Head of Office Engineering

Job Description

Vacancy Number: MCE/FORM/5/348

Company Snapshot

MIDROC Construction Ethiopia PLC, established in 1996 and a subsidiary of MIDROC Investment Group, is a leading civil engineering company based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The company has played a significant role in the country’s infrastructure development, with a diverse portfolio that includes the construction of luxurious five-star hotels, referral hospitals, high-rise buildings, international conference halls, industrial facilities, roads, airport infrastructures, and stadiums. MIDROC Construction is dedicated to delivering high-quality projects that adhere to international standards, contributing to Ethiopia’s urbanization and overall development.

The Opportunity

Role Overview:  

Key Impact:

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely completion and quality of technical reviews and submissions.

• Reduction in design-related rework and unresolved technical issues.

• Compliance with drawing and document-control procedures.

• Timely delivery of as-built and handover documentation.

• Performance and development of the office engineering team.

• Effectiveness of coordination with site and project functions.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline; a master’s degree is an advantage. 

Experience:

• Typically 10 or more years of relevant construction/engineering experience

• 4–5 years in a technical leadership role

Salary: We offer a competitive salary As per company salary scale.

Benefits: As per company HR policies and applicable law.

Work Location: This position is based at Bahir Dar and other projects out of Addis Ababa

Contract Type: This position is Contract, subject to the approved employment agreement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Task Breakdown: 

• Lead office engineering functions and establish technical review, coordination, and document-control procedures.

• Coordinate design development, drawing reviews, technical submittals, and interfaces among disciplines.

• Oversee quantity take-offs, technical evaluations, change documentation, and as-built deliverables.

• Coordinate resolution of design conflicts, requests for information, and technical issues affecting construction.

• Ensure site teams use approved drawings and current specifications and that revisions are controlled.

• Provide technical support to planning, procurement, construction, quality, and commercial teams.

• Manage office engineering staff, workload, performance, and technical capability development.

Collaboration & Reporting:

• Department: Office Engineering / Technical Department

• Reports To: Head of PMO / Project Director / designated senior management

Skills & Competencies:

Technical Skills:

• Engineering coordination and technical leadership.

• Drawing, specification, and design review.

• Construction methods, quantities, and change control.

• Document management and applicable engineering software.

Soft Skills:

• Decision-making, communication, and stakeholder coordination.

• Team leadership, coaching, and accountability.

How To Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications via Telegram at  0911207433 or in person at the MIDROC Construction Head Office, Mekanisa Abo church next to Queens Supermarket Ethic Agriceft Building Ground Floor Human Resource Administration

Additional Materials: Interested applicants should submit the following documents:

• Updated curriculum vitae (CV).

• Cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.

• Scanned/Copies of relevant educational certificates and professional qualifications.

• Evidence of relevant work experience and professional certifications, where applicable.

• Names and contact details of three professional referees

Important Application Notice:

• Applicants are advised to carefully review the requirements and responsibilities of each position before applying.

• Please indicate “Job Positions” in the subject line of the application.

Please note, Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.