I'm looking for a remote role where I can apply my analytical thinking, project coordination, research, and problem-solving skills while continuing to learn new technologies, including AI. I enjoy working independently, improving processes, organizing information, and supporting projects that create real value.
Abel Merhawi
@abelmerhawi
Civil Engineer specializing in construction compliance, permitting, and on-site project supervision.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results-oriented Civil Engineer with over six years of experience in construction monitoring, regulatory compliance, and project supervision. I bring a hands-on site engineering mindset alongside strong regulatory oversight, contract administration, and infrastructure development—especially in complex, multi-stakeholder public and private environments across Addis Ababa.
In my current role with the Addis Ababa City Administration Environmental Protection Authority, I’ve managed the full permitting process for 37 new gas station constructions and overseen renovation and compliance for 76 existing fuel stations. I conduct regulatory inspections and compliance assessments for up to 160 fuel stations at peak, develop engineering take-off sheets and Bills of Quantities for institutional projects valued at 100,000,000 ETB, and support compliance certification through rigorous safety, environmental, and quality assurance practices.
I also focus on delivering practical, buildable outcomes: I conceptualized office, structural furniture, and spatial layouts for a 1,100 m² institutional facility with around 30 offices and other amenities, and I manage contractor performance while validating progress payment applications through joint physical measurements. I’ve represented the institution on technical building handover and multidisciplinary committees, contributed to quarry green rehabilitation planning and restoration initiatives, and strengthen my impact through targeted training on fuel station regulation, fuel quality standards, occupational safety, and effective performance management.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Construction Compliance Specialist
Addis Ababa City Environmental Protection Authority
Mar 2020 - Present (6 years 3 months)
Managed the full permitting process for 37 new gas station constructions across Addis Ababa and oversaw renovations and compliance for 76 existing fuel stations within station perimeters. Conducted regulatory inspections for up to 160 fuel stations (two cycles annually), developed BOQs for ETB 100,000,000 valued institutional projects, and monitored contractor performance and progress payments for
Site Engineer (Interior Fit-Out)
Miseso Interior Design
Mar 2026 - May 2026 (2 months)
Supervised day-to-day interior construction and finishing works for the CAC International Bank interior project, ensuring execution matched approved drawings, specifications, and design standards. Coordinated with interior designers, architects, and suppliers to resolve site design issues and communicate layout/material adjustments and progress to stakeholders.
Sales District Officer
Black Future Financial Solution S.C.
Feb 2022 - Sep 2022 (7 months)
Set monthly, quarterly, and annual sales quotas and developed localized sales strategies to increase market penetration within the district. Recruited, trained, mentored, and led field/distributor sales representatives, monitoring primary and secondary sales to maintain motivation and improve underperforming territories.
Site Data Encoder
Yotek Construction PLC
Sep 2019 - Mar 2020 (6 months)
Collected, encoded, and reported daily construction progress data for the Addis Ababa University forum project. Performed physical measurements of completed interior and exterior finishing works to support auditing and approval of progress payment vouchers for subcontractors.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Adama Science and Technology University (ASTU)
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering
2013 - 2018
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (2013–2018). Final-year project covered structural and geotechnical analysis of a G+Basement+8 building.
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