Project Engineer / Office Engineer

OVID HOLDING

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Permanent

Published 4 days ago · Expires 1 month from now

Job description

Position Overview / Scope of RoleThe Project Engineer / Office Engineer supports the effective execution and monitoring of construction projects by overseeing assigned project activities, collecting progress data from sites, and ensuring proper follow-up and tracking of project tasks.The role acts as a coordination point between site teams and the head office, providing accurate and timely project information to support planning, reporting, and decision-making. Under the guidance of senior engineers and project managers, the Project / Office Engineer contributes to maintaining schedule control, documentation accuracy, and execution discipline across projects.This position is suitable for early-career engineers who have a solid technical foundation, strong follow-up skills, and a high level of attention to detail.Top Roles and ResponsibilitiesProject Oversight & CoordinationSupport oversight of assigned construction projects through regular coordination with site engineers.Assist in monitoring site activities to ensure alignment with approved drawings, schedules, and work plans.Coordinate technical and execution-related information between site teams and the office.Progress Data Collection & ReportingCollect daily, weekly, and monthly progress data from construction sites.Assist in verifying progress against schedules, BOQs, and approved plans.Prepare progress summaries, reports, and basic dashboards for review by senior staff.Maintain accurate and up-to-date project progress records.Follow-up, Tracking & ControlFollow up on planned activities to ensure timely execution.Track milestones, deliverables, and pending actions.Report delays, deviations, or issues to the Project Manager in a timely manner.Maintain action and issue tracking logs.Planning & Documentation SupportSupport planning teams by providing updated progress information.Assist in updating work programs, look-ahead schedules, and reports.Ensure proper filing and organization of project documents, drawings, and correspondence.Technical & Quantity SupportAssist in reviewing drawings and specifications for coordination purposes.Support quantity tracking, measurement preparation, and progress certification activities.Coordinate with site engineers and quantity surveyors on progress-related data.Interface & CommunicationServe as a communication link between site teams and the project office.Ensure information shared with management is accurate and timely.Support preparation of materials for project meetings and reviews.OthersPerform other related duties as assigned by the Project Manager or Construction Mana