Washington Healthcare Plc — Hospital Construction Project

1.1 Job Title

Civil Engineer (Hospital Construction Project)

1.2 Employer

Washington Healthcare Plc

1.3 Project Location

Addis Ababa— Washington Healthcare Plc Hospital

1.4. Employment Type

Full-Time
Project-Based (with potential for future permanent employment based on performance)

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate all civil works on the hospital construction site.

• Ensure works comply with approved drawings, technical specifications, healthcare standards, and project timelines.

• Conduct daily site inspections, monitor workmanship, and ensure quality assurance/control.

• Interpret architectural and structural drawings accurately for site execution.

• Prepare and update construction progress reports.

• Identify and address design conflicts, propose site-based solutions to the Project Manager/Consultant.

• Ensure compliance with local building codes, health, and safety regulations.

• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams for timely delivery of materials and activities.

• Participate in progress meetings, client site visits, and inspections.

• Support in quantity surveying tasks: site measurements, work certifications, and material estimations.

• Assist in preparing method statements, risk assessments, and technical submissions.

• Ensure that hospital-specific requirements (e.g., infection control zones, medical gas pipelines, clean room standards) are considered during execution.

• Handle documentation: site diaries, material approvals, RFIs (Request for Information), NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports).

Job Requirements

1.6. Required Qualifications

 Education: Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.ExperienceMinimum 5–7 years’ relevant experience in civil engineering on large-scale building projects (hospital or healthcare facility experience is highly preferred).Technical SkillsProficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Project/Primavera, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Ability to interpret structural, architectural, and MEP drawings accurately.LanguageFluent in English (oral and written). 

1.7 Desired Competencies

• Strong understanding of healthcare facility construction requirements (infection control, operating theatres, fire ratings, hospital-grade finishes).

• Solid knowledge of Ethiopian Building Code Standards (EBCS) and international healthcare building codes.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make site-based technical decisions.

• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality workmanship.

• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Effective leadership skills and team coordination ability.

• Strong organizational, communication, and reporting skills.

• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance.

1.8 Special Requirements

• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, or night shifts if necessary to meet project deadlines.

• Ability to work on a fast-track construction schedule.

• Willingness to be stationed full-time at the hospital construction site.

• Immediate availability is preferred.

1.9 Application Requirements

        Applicants must submit:

• Updated CV/Resume

• Copy of academic degree and professional license

• Cover letter expressing interest and suitability

• portfolio of relevant hospital/healthcare or similar projects worked on (optional but preferred)

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted electronically only.Apply through THIS LINK