Chief Surveyor

• Listing summary: Bachelor’s degree in Surveying or Geomatics Engineering and possess 8–10 years of construction surveying experience, including 3–5 years in a supervisory capacity. The position demands strong technical skills with total station, GNSS/GPS, and survey software, as well as leadership abilities to manage staff, equipment, and quality assurance processes. This contract role involves travel to multiple project sites such as Bahir Dar, Jima, Hawassa, Benishangul, Bure, and Bonga, with the primary base at MIDROC’s Mekanisa head office.

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

• Accuracy of project survey control and setting-out.
• Timely completion of survey work and as-built documentation.
• Reduction in survey-related errors and rework.
• Equipment readiness and calibration compliance.
• Quality of survey records and team performance.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities:

Task Breakdown:

• Lead surveying operations and ensure reliable survey control, setting-out, verification, as-built documentation, equipment management, and technical quality across assigned projects.
• Plan and supervise surveying work and establish consistent survey procedures and quality checks.
• Establish and verify primary and secondary control points, benchmarks, coordinates, and elevations.
• Oversee setting-out of building grids, foundations, structural elements, roads, drainage, and other works.
• Review survey calculations, field data, as-built records, and critical dimensional checks.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve survey discrepancies.
• Manage survey staff, equipment, calibration, records, and technical capacity development.

What We’re Looking For

Experience:

Years of Experience: Typically 8–10 years of construction surveying experience

Relevant Experience: 3–5 years in a senior or supervisory role.

Skills:

Technical Skills:

• Advanced surveying and construction control.
• Leadership and survey quality assurance.
• Total station, GNSS/GPS, digital levels, and survey software.
• Drawing interpretation and technical problem-solving.
• Planning, reporting, communication, and safety awareness.

Education & Certifications

Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Surveying Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a relevant discipline; professional registration where applicable is an advantage.

Additional Information

• Salary: We offer a competitive salary as per company salary scale.
• Benefits: Benefits and other conditions as per company HR policies and applicable law.
• Work Location: This position is based at assigned project sites, with travel to project sites as required. (Bahir Dar, Jima, Hawasa, Benishangul, Bure, Bonga)
• Contract Type: This is a Contract position.

Application Instructions

How to Apply: 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

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications via Telegram at 0911207433 or in person.

In-Person Application Location: MIDROC Construction Head Office, Mekanisa

Date of Registration: before November 02, 2026.

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

Vacancy Number: MCE/FORM/5/348

Important Application Notice:

• if you submit your CV Via Telegram, please ensure that it is successfully uploaded and confirm by calling the phone number provided
• Applicants must clearly indicate “Job Position” , S.N of the position, and their preferred duty station in the subject line of their application.
• Applicants are advised to carefully review the requirements and responsibilities of each position before applying.

Bachelor’s degree in Surveying Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a relevant discipline; professional registration where applicable is an advantage.

Additional Information

• Salary: We offer a competitive salary as per company salary scale.
• Benefits: Benefits and other conditions as per company HR policies and applicable law.
• Work Location: This position is based at assigned project sites, with travel to project sites as required. (Bahir Dar, Jima, Hawasa, Benishangul, Bure, Bonga)
• Contract Type: This is a Contract position.

Application Instructions