About the role
The Tourism, Archaeology and Museums Department, Government of the Punjab, invites qualified, experienced and dedicated candidates with Punjab domicile to join the department under the development scheme titled “Establishment of Strategic Management Unit (SMU)”. These appointments are on a contract and project-pay-scale basis.
The project-based posts run up to 31 December 2027 and may be extended for a further year on a contract basis. Appointments are temporary, non-transferable, job-specific and non-pensionable, and do not confer a right to regularization. Extensions up to the project period require approval from the competent authority. If the project period is reduced or enhanced, appointment orders may be amended accordingly with that approval.
Posts and vacancies
There is one vacancy for each of the following eight posts. Monthly remuneration is in Pakistani rupees.
| Post | Vacancies | Scale | Monthly remuneration | Age limit |
|---|
| Team Lead | 1 | PPS-12 | PKR 950,000 | 50–60 years |
| Lead Project Management | 1 | PPS-11 | PKR 850,000 | 40–50 years |
| Lead Finance & Investment | 1 | PPS-11 | PKR 796,066 | 40–50 years |
| Senior Civil Engineer | 1 | PPS-9 | PKR 437,500 | 35–45 years |
| Legal / Regulatory Specialist | 1 | PPS-9 | PKR 437,500 | 35–45 years |
| PPP Expert | 1 | PPS-9 | PKR 400,000 | 25–38 years |
| Procurement Expert | 1 | PPS-9 | PKR 400,000 | 25–38 years |
| Contract Management Expert | 1 | PPS-9 | PKR 400,000 | 25–38 years |
Eligibility
Applicants must have Punjab domicile. General age relaxation applies under Notification No. SORI(S&GAD)9-36/81 dated 8 August 2016. Only practical experience gained after the prescribed qualification will be considered.
Team Lead
Applicants must hold a master's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or Urban Planning from an HEC-recognized university, or a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture or Urban Planning from an HEC-recognized university.
A minimum of 12 years of relevant professional experience is required with a 20-year master's degree, or 20 years with a bachelor's degree. Experience must relate to heritage conservation, infrastructure development, urban planning or development, or major public-sector development projects, with demonstrated experience in project leadership, technical coordination, planning and implementation. Experience in public-sector development planning and project appraisal is preferred.
Lead Project Management
Applicants must hold an MS or master's degree representing 18 years of education in Management, Business Administration, Development Studies, Tourism Management, Heritage Management or a related discipline from an HEC-recognized university.
At least 15 years of post-qualification experience is required in project development, project management, feasibility studies and implementation of public-sector development projects. This includes multidisciplinary project management and coordination with government departments, consultants, development partners and private-sector stakeholders. Experience in tourism, archaeology, heritage conservation, infrastructure or destination development is preferred. Experience with ADB, World Bank or other donor-funded projects is an added advantage.
Lead Finance & Investment
Applicants must hold an MS or master's degree representing 18 years of education in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration or a relevant field from an HEC-recognized university. CA, ACCA, CFA, ACMA or CPA qualifications are preferred.
At least 14 years of post-qualification experience is required in financial management, budgeting, financial modelling, feasibility studies, project finance and transaction advisory in the public sector. Experience in public-sector development projects is preferred.
Senior Civil Engineer
Applicants must hold a B.Sc. or BS in Civil Engineering from an HEC-recognized university and be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council. An MS or M.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline is preferred.
At least eight years of relevant professional experience is required in infrastructure or development projects, technical review, engineering supervision, construction management, project implementation, quality assurance and technical coordination. Experience in large-scale public-sector infrastructure, heritage or tourism-related projects is preferred.
Legal / Regulatory Specialist
Applicants must hold an LLB, LLM, or a qualification in Contract Management or a related discipline from an HEC-recognized university.
At least seven years of relevant professional experience is required in institutional development, regulatory frameworks, policy formulation, governance, legal or regulatory review, institutional arrangements and coordination with public-sector organizations. Experience in development projects, PPP frameworks or government institutions is preferred. LLB holders must have seven years of High Court experience; LLM holders must have five years of High Court experience.
PPP Expert
Applicants must have at least 16 years of education in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration, Public Policy, Project Management or a relevant field from an HEC-recognized university. CA, ACCA, CFA, ACMA or CPA qualifications are preferred.
At least seven years of post-qualification experience is required in public-private partnerships, project development, financial modelling, feasibility studies, transaction advisory, procurement, contract management or related fields. Experience handling PPP projects or working with public-sector organizations is preferred.
Procurement Expert
Applicants must have at least 16 years of education in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Law or another relevant discipline from an HEC-recognized university.
At least seven years of post-qualification experience is required in procurement planning and public-sector procurement. Experience with PPRA rules, ADP/PSDP, donor-funded procurement and e-procurement is preferred.
Contract Management Expert
Applicants must have at least 16 years of education in Law, Contract Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Civil Engineering or a relevant discipline from an HEC-recognized university.
At least seven years of post-qualification experience is required in contract drafting, contract administration, performance monitoring, variations, claims, dispute coordination and contract close-out. Experience with public-sector development contracts, PPRA rules and standard engineering or service contracts is preferred.
How to apply
All candidates must apply online through the Punjab Jobs Online Portal at https://jobs.punjab.gov.pk by 20 November 2026. Hard-copy applications will not be accepted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a test or interview. No travelling or daily allowance will be admissible during the recruitment process. The department reserves the right to cancel recruitment at any stage without assigning a reason.
The departmental contact office is:
Section Officer (Admin)
Tourism, Archaeology and Museums Department
Government of the Punjab
8th Floor, Tower-2, New Civil Secretariat
Lahore
Important dates
- Application deadline: 20 November 2026.
- Project-based appointment period: up to 31 December 2027, with a possible further one-year extension on a contract basis.
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