The Directorate General of Archaeology, under the Tourism, Archaeology and Museum Department, Government of the Punjab, has announced exciting career opportunities for qualified Pakistani nationals. These contractual positions are created under two major development projects: “Heritage Conservation and Urban Revitalization of the Walled City of Rawalpindi” and “Establishment of Program Management Unit (PMU) for Punjab Tourism Rehabilitation and Revamping Projects.” Candidates with relevant qualifications ranging from DAE diplomas and Bachelor’s degrees to Master’s degrees and professional certifications are encouraged to apply online before the deadline.
Job Overview
| Category | Details |
| Department | Directorate General of Archaeology (Tourism, Archaeology and Museum Department, Punjab) |
| Newspaper / Source | Daily Jang / Official Punjab Job Portal |
| Ad Posting Date | September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24-09-2026 |
| Job Location | Lahore / Rawalpindi / Punjab |
| Employment Type | Contractual (Project Based / PPS) |
| Application Mode | Online via Punjab Job Portal (www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk) |
Vacant Positions & Eligibility Criteria
ADP Project: “Heritage Conservation and Urban Revitalization of the Walled City of Rawalpindi”
1. Project Director (PD) (PPS-11)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: Master’s Degree (Civil Engineering / Urban Planning / Construction Management / Project Management / Architecture / Public Policy) with B.Sc. in Civil Engineering / Urban Planning.
- Experience: Minimum 10–12 years of relevant experience.
2. Deputy Project Director (DPD) (Heritage and Urban Development) (PPS-10)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: Bachelor’s / Master’s in Urban Planning / Civil Engineering / Architecture.
- Experience: Minimum 8–10 years for Master’s OR 15 years for Bachelor’s of relevant experience.
3. Senior Conservation Architecture (PPS-09)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: MSc / Bachelor’s of Architecture.
- Experience: Minimum 05–07 years of relevant experience.
4. Finance Manager (PPS-09)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: CA / ACCA / MBA Finance.
- Experience: Minimum 03–05 years of relevant experience.
5. Product Development Expert (PPS-09)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Product Design, Product Development, Industrial Design, or Business Administration.
- Experience: Minimum 03–05 years of relevant experience.
6. Social Mobilization Specialist (PPS-08)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sociology, Social Sciences, Mass Communications, or Development Studies.
- Experience: Minimum 05–07 years of relevant experience.
7. QA / QC Engineer (PPS-08)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: B.Sc. in Civil Engineering; Master’s degree preferably in Construction Management / Project Management.
- Experience: Minimum 05 years of relevant experience.
8. Senior Electric Engineer (PPS-08)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Experience: Minimum 05 years of relevant experience.
9. HSE Officer (PPS-08)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: B.Sc. Environmental Engineering / NEBOSH Certification.
- Experience: Minimum 05 years of relevant experience.
10. Graphic Designer (PPS-07)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: Bachelor’s in Graphic Design.
- Experience: Minimum 03–05 years of relevant experience.
11. Master Craftsman (PPS-07)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: Technical Diploma / Skilled Certification / DAE / Hunar.
- Experience: Minimum 05 years of relevant experience.
12. Quantity Surveyor (PPS-07)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: DAE Quantity Surveying / Civil.
- Experience: Minimum 05 years of relevant experience.
13. Research Analyst (PPS-07)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: Bachelor’s / BS Degree (minimum 16 years of education) in a relevant discipline from an HEC recognized university.
- Experience: Minimum 01 year of relevant experience.
ADP Project: “Establishment of Program Management Unit (PMU) for Punjab Tourism Rehabilitation and Revamping Projects”
14. Chief Development Officer (PPS-10)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Age Limit: Up to 65 years
- Qualification: Master’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or Project Management from an HEC recognized university. Registration with PCATP or PEC is required.
- Experience: Minimum 20 years of professional experience in planning and development projects, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates meeting the eligibility criteria must submit their applications online through the Punjab Job Portal at www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk.
- Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate online applications for each position.
- Ensure all personal details, qualifications, and experience details are accurately filled in before final submission.
- The deadline for online submission is 24-09-2026.
Terms and Conditions
- Submission: Applications are to be submitted (separate for each post) on the Punjab Job Portal (
www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk). - Nature of Post: These appointments are temporary in nature, non-transferable, non-pensionable, job/post specific, and conferring no right for regularization.
- Salary Structure: Offered salary against each post is on lump-sum basis (including all allowances) with annual increment 4% in Project Pay Scale (PPS).
- NOC Requirement: Prior NOC for government servants / semi-government servants is required to apply against these posts.
- Shortlisting: Incomplete applications will be rejected and only shortlisted candidates shall be intimated / called for interview.
- TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for interview.
- Deadline: Applications must be submitted by 24-09-2026 and any application received after the due date shall not be considered.
- Authority Rights: Competent Authority reserves the right to decrease the number of positions / posts or cancel recruitment of all or any post(s) / position(s) without assigning any reason.