Construction Site Engineer – Client-Side Supervision

• Listing summary: The successful candidate should possess a Bachelor of Science (BSc) Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology and Management (CoTM), Structural Engineering, or a closely related engineering field from a recognized university. The candidate should have 3–5 years of relevant, hands-on professional experience in building construction, site engineering, or construction supervision. Strong technical, analytical, coordination, and problem-solving skills are also required.

WE ARE HIRING

Construction Site Engineer – Client-Side Supervision

Company: BRANU PHARMA
Work Location: Kilinto Special Economic Zone, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Full Time | On-Site
Experience Required: 3–5 Years
Salary: Competitive and Negotiable
Number of Positions: 1

About BRANU PHARMA

BRANU PHARMA is an Ethiopian-American-owned medical consumables manufacturing company establishing a modern production facility at the Kilinto Special Economic Zone in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

The company is committed to manufacturing high-quality, reliable, and affordable medical consumables to serve Ethiopia’s growing healthcare sector, reduce dependence on imports, and strengthen local manufacturing capabilities.

With a focus on quality, innovation, and international manufacturing standards, BRANU PHARMA aims to become a competitive player in Ethiopia’s medical manufacturing industry, with long-term ambitions to expand into regional and international export markets.

As we move forward with the construction of our manufacturing plant and associated infrastructure, we are seeking a technically competent, proactive, and hands-on Construction Site Engineer to supervise daily construction activities and represent the company's interests throughout the project.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer to gain valuable industrial construction experience and take meaningful responsibility in the development of a manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Supervision and Quality Control

• Supervise daily construction activities to ensure work complies with approved engineering drawings, technical specifications, and applicable Ethiopian construction standards.

• Monitor excavation, foundations, reinforced concrete works, structural steel installation, roofing, and related building activities.

• Verify construction dimensions, levels, alignment, reinforcement placement, formwork, concrete quality, and workmanship.

• Identify construction defects, technical discrepancies, and non-compliant work, and coordinate corrective action with the contractor and consultant.

• Monitor compliance with site safety requirements.

Technical Review and Engineering Coordination

• Read, interpret, and cross-check architectural, structural, civil, and relevant MEP drawings.

• Identify potential conflicts between design drawings and actual site conditions before execution.

• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other project stakeholders to resolve technical issues.

• Review construction methodologies and material specifications and escalate issues requiring approval by the responsible design or supervising engineer.

• Support coordination of civil works with future pharmaceutical production equipment, utilities, and facility requirements.

Project Progress and Cost Monitoring

• Monitor construction progress against approved schedules and project milestones.

• Track daily manpower, equipment, materials, and completed work.

• Verify executed work quantities against approved drawings, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and contractor progress reports.

• Assist in reviewing contractor payment requests, additional work, and proposed variations.

• Identify delays, material wastage, and unnecessary costs and recommend practical solutions.

Steel Structure Construction – Added Advantage

• Assist in supervising structural steel erection, connections, alignment, roof installation, and associated civil works.

• Understand steel fabrication and erection drawings, anchor bolts, base plates, and structural connections.

• Coordinate steel structure installation with foundation works and building requirements.

• Monitor workmanship and compliance with approved specifications and applicable safety procedures.

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare accurate daily site reports and weekly progress summaries for management.

• Maintain photographic records, inspection documentation, and records of construction issues.

• Report critical technical concerns, schedule delays, quality deficiencies, and potential cost overruns promptly.

• Follow up on corrective actions until completion.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications

Education

• BSc Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology and Management (CoTM), Structural Engineering, or a closely related engineering field from a recognized university.

Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant, hands-on experience in building construction, site engineering, or construction supervision.

• Demonstrated experience supervising actual construction activities, not solely office-based design or documentation.

• Practical understanding of structural works, building materials, construction methods, and site quality control.

Technical Skills

• Strong ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.

• Good working knowledge of reinforced concrete construction, foundations, and structural systems.

• Familiarity with BOQs, quantity verification, and construction measurement.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel.

• Ability to identify construction defects and recommend technically sound corrective actions.

• Good understanding of Ethiopian building construction practices, applicable standards, and site safety procedures.

• Strong communication and technical reporting skills.

Preferred Qualifications – Added Advantages

• Practical experience in steel structure construction, including industrial buildings, warehouses, or factory buildings.

• Experience supervising industrial or manufacturing facility construction.

• Familiarity with steel erection, bolted and welded connections, anchor bolts, and roofing systems.

• Experience working with international contractors, suppliers, or engineering consultants.

• Exposure to pharmaceutical or other regulated industrial facility construction.

• Familiarity with MS Project or other construction scheduling software.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who:

• Is genuinely hands-on and comfortable spending most of the working day at the construction site.

• Takes ownership of assigned responsibilities and follows issues through to resolution.

• Is detail-oriented and capable of identifying mistakes before they become costly.

• Can confidently communicate technical concerns to contractors and consultants.

• Is honest, accountable, organized, and committed to protecting the company's interests.

• Can work independently while maintaining clear communication with management.

• Is proactive in solving problems rather than simply reporting them.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and demonstrated practical experience.

• Opportunity to participate in the construction of a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.

• Direct exposure to industrial construction, structural engineering, and manufacturing infrastructure.

• A professional working environment with meaningful responsibility and opportunities for development.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit:

Updated CV highlighting relevant construction projects and specific responsibilities.

Copies of educational credentials and relevant experience certificates.

A brief description of at least two construction projects personally supervised, including project type, structural system, and responsibilities.

Application Email: branupharmaplc@gmail.com

Email Subject: Construction Site Engineer – BRANU PHARMA
Application Deadline: November 01, 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

BRANU PHARMA – Behind Every Cure.

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Technical Review and Engineering Coordination

• Read, interpret, and cross-check architectural, structural, civil, and relevant MEP drawings.
• Identify potential conflicts between design drawings and actual site conditions before execution.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other project stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
• Review construction methodologies and material specifications and escalate issues requiring approval by the responsible design or supervising engineer.
• Support coordination of civil works with future pharmaceutical production equipment, utilities, and facility requirements.

Project Progress and Cost Monitoring

• Monitor construction progress against approved schedules and project milestones.
• Track daily manpower, equipment, materials, and completed work.
• Verify executed work quantities against approved drawings, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and contractor progress reports.
• Assist in reviewing contractor payment requests, additional work, and proposed variations.
• Identify delays, material wastage, and unnecessary costs and recommend practical solutions.

Steel Structure Construction – Added Advantage

• Assist in supervising structural steel erection, connections, alignment, roof installation, and associated civil works.
• Understand steel fabrication and erection drawings, anchor bolts, base plates, and structural connections.
• Coordinate steel structure installation with foundation works and building requirements.
• Monitor workmanship and compliance with approved specifications and applicable safety procedures.

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare accurate daily site reports and weekly progress summaries for management.
• Maintain photographic records, inspection documentation, and records of construction issues.
• Report critical technical concerns, schedule delays, quality deficiencies, and potential cost overruns promptly.
• Follow up on corrective actions until completion.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications

Education

• BSc Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology and Management (CoTM), Structural Engineering, or a closely related engineering field from a recognized university.

Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant, hands-on experience in building construction, site engineering, or construction supervision.
• Demonstrated experience supervising actual construction activities, not solely office-based design or documentation.
• Practical understanding of structural works, building materials, construction methods, and site quality control.

Technical Skills

• Strong ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Good working knowledge of reinforced concrete construction, foundations, and structural systems.
• Familiarity with BOQs, quantity verification, and construction measurement.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to identify construction defects and recommend technically sound corrective actions.
• Good understanding of Ethiopian building construction practices, applicable standards, and site safety procedures.
• Strong communication and technical reporting skills.

Preferred Qualifications – Added Advantages

• Practical experience in steel structure construction, including industrial buildings, warehouses, or factory buildings.
• Experience supervising industrial or manufacturing facility construction.
• Familiarity with steel erection, bolted and welded connections, anchor bolts, and roofing systems.
• Experience working with international contractors, suppliers, or engineering consultants.
• Exposure to pharmaceutical or other regulated industrial facility construction.
• Familiarity with MS Project or other construction scheduling software.

Personal Attributes We are looking for someone who:

• Is genuinely hands-on and comfortable spending most of the working day at the construction site.
• Takes ownership of assigned responsibilities and follows issues through to resolution.
• Is detail-oriented and capable of identifying mistakes before they become costly.
• Can confidently communicate technical concerns to contractors and consultants.
• Is honest, accountable, organized, and committed to protecting the company's interests.
• Can work independently while maintaining clear communication with management.
• Is proactive in solving problems rather than simply reporting them.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and demonstrated practical experience.
• Opportunity to participate in the construction of a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
• Direct exposure to industrial construction, structural engineering, and manufacturing infrastructure.
• A professional working environment with meaningful responsibility and opportunities for development.