Quality Control Assurance
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Addis Ababa, Arada Sub-city
Wereda 5, Ethiopia
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Father Name: Negussie Gossaye
Mother Name: Amelmal Legesse
Gender: Female
Marital Status: Single
Birth Date: 02/17/1980
Nationality: Ethiopian
Passport No: EP8167516
Expiration Date: 07/03/2028
KEY SKILLS
• Contract Negotiation
• Risk Mitigation
• Project Coordination
• Quality Assurance
• Regulatory Compliance
• Vendor Management
• Site Supervision
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Cost Control
• Contract Drafting
• Process Improvement
• Budget Management
• Safety Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Construction Oversight
• Team Leadership
• Timeline Management
• Documentation Control
• Report Preparation
• Project Management Tools
• MS Office
CAREER PROFILE
Seasoned Professional with 17 years of experience in Contract Administration, Quality Control, and Site Engineering across large-scale construction projects. Demonstrates expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing complex contracts, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Proven success in implementing effective quality control processes, conducting site inspections, and resolving project-related issues. Known for maintaining strong relationships with contractors, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure project success. Highly organized, results-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.
CORE PROFICIENCIES
• Contract Management & Negotiation: Expert in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, ensuring they align with legal standards, regulatory requirements, and project objectives to minimize risks and optimize outcomes.
• Quality Assurance & Control: Proven ability to implement and maintain rigorous quality control systems, ensuring that construction projects meet all relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.
• Project Management & Execution: Skilled in managing large-scale construction projects from planning through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and in line with budgetary constraints.
• Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Thorough understanding of regulatory frameworks, consistently ensuring project compliance with local and international standards while identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Stakeholder Management & Communication: Adept at fostering positive relationships with contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams through clear communication, ensuring alignment and collaboration across all project phases.
• Construction Safety & Oversight: Deep knowledge of construction safety protocols, with a focus on monitoring site activities to ensure safety standards are adhered to, reducing accidents and delays.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR Apr 2021 – Present
Yema Architecture Plc
• Managed contracts for over 7 large-scale construction projects valued at over $20 million, ensuring all contractual obligations were met and exceeded.
• Negotiated contract terms with vendors and stakeholders, resulting in enhanced service delivery across multiple projects.
• Developed and implemented contract management strategies that optimized relationships with vendors, reducing procurement timelines by 25% and improving overall project efficiency.
• Provided detailed contract reports and presentations to senior management and stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making and ensuring transparency across all project phases.
• One new large project is scheduled to start in November 2024, increasing the total number of projects to eight.
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Contract Manager Regional Engineer Quality Control Manager REGIONAL ENGINEER Apr 2020 – Apr 2021
Tetra Tech Inc. USAID
• Supervised the construction and technical support of six primary healthcare (PHC) and water, sanitation, and health (T-Wash) infrastructure projects across Ethiopia, ensuring adherence to USAID specifications and national safety standards.
• Conducted over 50 on-site inspections, identifying and resolving engineering and compliance issues, leading to a 15% reduction in rework and delays across all projects.
• Coordinated with contractors, government agencies, and project teams to clarify design specifications and technical documentation, improving construction accuracy and minimizing errors by 20%.
• Led the implementation of quality assurance programs that increased compliance with EBCS standards by 30%, ensuring all projects met international quality benchmarks.
• Managed progress tracking and reporting for all projects, presenting weekly updates to USAID stakeholders, resulting in a 98% approval rating for transparency and project oversight.
QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER May 2016 – Apr 2020
Universal Construction Pvt. Ltd
• Led quality control efforts for the National Blood Bank project in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, ensuring compliance with international standards and significantly reducing project rework by 25%. The project, funded by USAID, was completed in February 2019.
• Supervised quality control for the Minaye Corporate Office (3B+G+19), serving as the Site Engineer. Ensured that all project processes adhered to standards, with a focus on efficiency and safety protocols.
• Led quality control efforts for the Adama General Hospital and Lemi Health Centre projects, serving as the Office Engineer. Ensured that project specifications were met and managed the quality of construction processes, materials, and installations.
• Developed and implemented a comprehensive quality assurance program that improved project efficiency by 20% and reduced inspection time by 15%.
• Conducted over 100 inspections, ensuring that construction processes, materials, and installations adhered to project specifications, resulting in a 98% compliance rate with regulatory standards.
• Collaborated closely with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to identify and resolve quality-related issues, reducing project delays by 35% and ensuring the timely delivery of key milestones. OFFICE ENGINEER Jun 2014 – May 2016
Abeje Ashagrie Building Contractor
• Led documentation and site operations for the Saudi Star Rice Processing Factory Erection Project in Bishoftu, improving workflow efficiency by 20% through effective coordination between site and office teams.
• Prepared and validated payment certificates totaling over $3 million for the Raya Brewery Factory Erection Project in Michew, ensuring timely disbursements and compliance with contract terms.
• Managed the development and submission of tender documents for the Abeje Ashagrie Real Estate Apartment Building Construction in Addis Ababa, securing contracts worth over $5 million and achieving a 90% success rate in bid acceptance.
• Performed cost estimates and quantity surveying for the Raya Brewery Factory Erection Project, helping reduce cost overruns by 10% through accurate budgeting and material forecasting.
• Prepared and reviewed bid documents for the Saudi Star Rice Processing Factory Erection Project, resulting in a 15% improvement in bid acceptance by adhering to client specifications and maintaining quality standards.
• Drafted and reviewed subcontractor contracts for the Abeje Ashagrie Real Estate Apartment Project, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and project timelines, contributing to a 95% on-time completion rate. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION & SITE SUPERVISION May 2008 – June 2014 Zeleke Belay Architect
• Supervised the execution of site activities across multiple projects, ensuring that construction adhered to design specifications and timelines, achieving 100% on-time project delivery.
• Led the preparation and review of bid documents for seven new construction projects, resulting in a 90% success rate in securing contracts valued at over $30 million.
• Implemented streamlined contract processing procedures that reduced administrative turnaround times by 25%, leading to faster project kick-offs and smoother workflows.
• Conducted over 80 site inspections to monitor construction quality and compliance, identifying and resolving issues that resulted in a 30% reduction in rework costs.
• Facilitated project financial management by preparing and processing payments for contractors, improving cash flow management and reducing payment delays by 20%.
PROJECTS
Consultant (Contract Administration) Feb 2022 – Aug 2023 Raxio Data Centre Project Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Project Value: $3.5 million
• Managed contract administration for Ethiopia’s first Tier III Data Centre project, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, resulting in the project’s successful and timely completion. Consultant (Contract Administration) Mar 2022 – Feb 2024 Eyerusalem Wonde Real Estate Project Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Project Value: $9.6 million
• Led contract negotiations and management for a high-rise apartment complex, coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring the project remained on schedule and within budget.
Consultant (Contract Administration) May 2023 – Present Cooperative Bank of Oromia Office Complex Harar, Ethiopia Project Value: $6.1 million
• Administered contracts for the construction of a multi-floor office complex, optimizing vendor relationships and implementing risk mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum. Quality Control Manager Feb 2017 – May 2019
National Blood Bank Project Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Project Value: $4.8 million
• Directed quality control for the largest blood bank project in Ethiopia, ensuring compliance with USAID and Ministry of Health standards, and achieving a 98% compliance rate with regulatory requirements. Contract Administrator & Site Supervisor Jun 2008 – Jun 2013 Hawassa University Projects Hawassa, Ethiopia
Project Value: $60 million
• Administered contracts and supervised construction for various university infrastructure projects, including auditoriums, dormitories, and library buildings, delivering the projects within timelines and budgets. Contract Administrator Apr 2010 – Sep 2013
Horra Food Complex Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Project Value: $3.3 million
• Led contract administration for a large-scale food processing factory, ensuring all phases of construction adhered to contract terms and that the project was completed within budget and on schedule. EDUCATION
Master of Science in Civil Engineering (Construction Technology and Management) Feb 2013 – Jun 2017 Addis Ababa Science and Technology University CGPA 3.45/4.0 Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Technology and Management Feb 2009 – Jan 2013 Addis Ababa University CGPA 3.16/4.0
Advanced Diploma in Building Engineering Feb 2003 – Aug 2007 Addis Ababa University CGPA 3.36/4.0
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member, Ethiopian Construction Technology & Management Professionals’ Association (ECoTMPA) TRAININGS & CERTIFICATIONS
MS Project Construction Solutions Plc 2007
AI Career Essentials ALX Online 2024
Data Analysis Coursera Online 2024
LANGUAGES
English: Intermediate
Amharic: Fluent
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