Job Description & Role Mission
The Capital Development Authority (CDA), Islamabad’s apex civic administration authority, is inviting applications from qualified and dedicated Pakistani citizens for the recruitment of Assistant Directors (BS-17) across Environment, Engineering, and Urban Town Planning directorates.
These officers will be responsible for overseeing master plan compliance, public infrastructure delivery, environmental preservation of the Margalla Hills National Park, zoning verification, and civic facilitation services across the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT).
Recruitment is conducted through a competitive, transparent testing mechanism in compliance with Federal Government establishment quota guidelines (Punjab, Sindh Rural/Urban, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Ex-FATA, and AJK).
Key Responsibilities
- Lead zonal inspection squads to ensure compliance with CDA Building By-Laws, Master Plan Regulations, and environmental safeguards.
- Supervise urban development projects, road expansions, park maintenance, and civic services in designated Islamabad sectors.
- Process public citizen applications, land development verification dossiers, and civic NOC approvals in coordination with the One Window Directorate.
- Draft official departmental briefs, PC-1 project proposals, and regulatory compliance reports for the CDA Board and Ministry of Interior.
- Coordinate with environmental protection agencies to conduct air and water quality surveillance across the capital city.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Master’s degree or 16 years of education (BS / BSc Hons) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Urban Planning, or Public Administration from an HEC-recognized university.
- Age limit: 22 to 30 years (with standard 5-year federal general age relaxation applicable).
- Valid PEC registration for engineering applicants.
- Strong knowledge of government rules of business, procurement regulations (PPRA), and municipal administration.
- Excellent analytical writing and Urdu/English communication skills.
Required Skills & Competencies
Urban PlanningCivil EngineeringPPRA RulesGovernment AdministrationCDA By-LawsPublic Facilitation
Benefits & Compensation
Official BPS-17 Government pay scale with medical allowances and utility subsidies
Government accommodation eligibility in CDA officer residential sectors
Official transport allowance and free medical treatment at CDA Hospital, Islamabad
Benevolent Fund, General Provident Fund (GPF), and government pension entitlement
Prestigious career progression within Federal Civic Services
About Capital Development Authority (CDA)
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) was established in 1960 under the CDA Ordinance to oversee the planning, development, and municipal governance of Islamabad, the planned capital city of Pakistan. CDA manages sector zoning, civic amenities, green reserves, and major infrastructure across the federal capital.
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