Claude Bernadin is a civil and urban engineer with extensive international experience, gained primarily in sub-Saharan Africa. An expert at managing and coordinating urban development projects, he has worked on initiatives that span road infrastructure, drainage systems (gutters, collectors, culverts, bridges), drinking water supply facilities (elevated, ground-level, or semi-underground reservoirs), public and commercial facilities, as well as local urban water and sanitation-related services.

Over the course of his career, Claude Bernadin has held technical assistance, project management, and construction supervision positions of increasing responsibility, ultimately taking on the role of team leader on large-scale projects. In this team leader role, he has overseen the implementation of urban development projects and programs as part of both full and partial project management assignments (feasibility studies, preliminary and detailed designs, environmental and social impact assessments, national implementation, construction supervision), and has also provided project management support to clients.

Claude Bernadin has an in-depth knowledge of the challenges associated with accessing essential urban services in sub-Saharan African countries. He has extensive experience of working on urban development and transport projects in a range of regulatory settings and in line with donor requirements, which includes working on technical studies, project management, and public procurement. He has effectively supported ministries (urban development, water, energy, sanitation), local authorities and other development stakeholders, integrating approaches that enhance local financial governance, build capacity, and promote sustainability in facility management and maintenance.

As an experienced engineer, Claude combines technical expertise with comprehensive professional skills to successfully lead projects while collaborating effectively with all stakeholders. He joined the Global Development team in 2025 where he is actively contributing to the Group’s multidisciplinary projects across the African continent.