Construction Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional. About the CompanyOVID Construction Plc, established in 2013, is a Design and Build (DB) company with G -1 building construction license. It is legally registered and operates in Ethiopia, Djibouti, and Kenya having over 7,000 permanent and temporary employees including highly experienced staff from different areas of specialization. The founder has brought in vast industrial experience and knowledge and values a cost-effective yet efficient approach to construction.OVID Construction has introduced several advanced building technology systems, which makes the company different and unique from other construction companies. Our company is the pioneer in introducing Ready-Mix concrete, Magnesium board/panel technology, Light Gauge Steel, K Span, and Kum Kang building system to Ethiopia and maybe East Africa.This guarantees customer satisfaction and trust by providing high-quality products, high service that is useful, safe, and reliable. Duties & Responsibilities Project Planning & CoordinationReview project drawings and technical specificationsParticipate in project planning meetingsDevelop work schedules with project managerCoordinate with consultants, subcontractors, and suppliersSite SupervisionSupervise daily construction activitiesEnsure work follows approved drawings and standardsMonitor workmanship qualityProvide technical guidance to site engineers and foremenQuality ControlEnsure materials meet required standardsConduct inspections and testsImplement quality assurance proceduresPrepare quality reportsCost & Resource ManagementMonitor material usageControl labor productivityMinimize wastageAssist in cost estimation and budget controlHealth & Safety ComplianceEnsure safety rules are followed on siteConduct safety briefingsIdentify hazards and take corrective actionsPromote safe working environmentTechnical Problem SolvingIdentify construction challengesPropose technical solutionsModify methods when necessary (with approval)Handle unexpected site conditionsDocumentation & ReportingPrepare daily and weekly progress reportsMaintain site recordsReport delays or issues to managementDocument changes and variationsProcurement & Material CoordinationPrepare material requestsVerify delivered materialsCoordinate with procurement teamEnsure timely material availability