DANAYT TADESSE HAILESELLASSIE
Addis Ababa
Summary
Dynamic procurement and contract administration leader with extensive experience at Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation. Proven track record in optimizing budgets and enhancing stakeholder coordination. Adept at negotiation and claims resolution, fostering collaboration, and driving project success through innovative solutions and strong interpersonal skills. Committed to excellence and gender equality in all endeavors.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Procurement Department Head
Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECWC)
Addis Ababa
11.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement procurement strategic that align with project and the cooperation goals
- Collaborate with project teams to develop procurement plans that meet project requirements
- Prepare cash flow & Budget also forecast for procurement activity
- Manage end-to-end procurement processes for engineering and construction projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies
- Review and administer contracts, focusing on adherence to PPA and other contractual frameworks
- Lead negotiations with suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors to secure cost-effective agreements
- Oversee transparent tendering and bid evaluation processes, ensuring value for money
- Collaborate with project teams to align procurement and contract administration with project schedules
Contract Administration Head
Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECWC)
Addis Ababa
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Lead the contract administration team in reviewing, drafting, and managing contracts
- Review and administer contracts, ensuring adherence to PPA and other contractual frameworks
- Ensure all contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Monitor contract performance, deliverables, and obligations to avoid disputes
- Maintain an organized contract database and track key dates (renewals, payments, variations, claims, etc.)
- Assess and mitigate contract risks, handling claims and dispute resolutions efficiently
- Provide contract interpretation guidance to stakeholders and support decision-making
- Ensure timely preparation, approval, and execution of contract amendments, extensions, and closeouts
- Track and manage contract budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities
- Conduct periodic contract audits to ensure compliance and mitigate risks
- Train and mentor team members on contract administration best practices and regulatory updates
Project Coordinator
NABO Engineering
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and schedules in coordination with project managers and stakeholders
- Track project progress, ensuring milestones and deadlines are met
- Identify potential delays and collaborate with the team to implement corrective actions
- Prepare status reports, dashboards, and presentations for management and stakeholders
- Facilitate clear communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and expectations
- Assist in managing project resources, ensuring equipment, materials, and personnel are allocated efficiently
- Monitor inventory and coordinate logistics for timely delivery of materials
- Assist in tracking project expenses and budgets to ensure cost control
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising project quality and efficiency
- Identify inefficiencies in workflows and suggest process improvements
- Address inquiries and concerns from stakeholders promptly and professionally
Site Base Office Engineer
Mafer PLC
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Provide engineering support to on-site teams, ensuring alignment with project plans and specifications
- Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and design documents
- Coordinate with design teams, contractors, and site engineers to resolve technical issues
- Conduct site inspections and verify that work is executed according to approved designs
- Maintain and update project records, including daily progress reports, material logs, and technical submittals
- Prepare site reports, as-built drawings, and documentation for project handover
- Identify and report non-conformances, proposing corrective actions as needed
- Track and coordinate the delivery and utilization of construction materials and equipment
- Verify material compliance with project specifications before site use
- Assist in procurement planning to prevent delays due to material shortages
Civil Engineer IV
Defense Construction Enterprise
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Lead the design, analysis, and planning of civil engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents
- Conduct feasibility studies, site assessments, and risk evaluations for proposed projects
- Supervise and coordinate on-site construction activities to ensure compliance with design plans and specifications
- Ensure material testing and compliance with industry standards
- Prepare cost estimates, project budgets, and resource allocation plans
- Prepare Annual, Quarter and Monthly Progress Reports, Preparing work schedule and payments for sub-contractor
Quantity Surveyor
Ultimate Plan Plc Consulting Architects & Engineers
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Bid Evaluation and Bid Document Preparation
- Preparing Specification and Engineering estimation
- Quantity surveying different new projects
- Undertaking cost analysis for repair and maintenance project works
- Prepare Work Breakdown
- Preparing all payments (including the sub-contractor payments)
Construction Site Supervisor
ESMAD General Trading Consulting Architects & Engineers
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Control the quality of the work on site and check if it is done by the specification and drawings
- Preparing all payments including the sub-contractor payments
- Preparing work schedule
Engineering Service Team Leader
Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECWC)
Addis Ababa
- Lead, mentor, and develop the engineering services team to ensure high performance and technical excellence
- Oversee workload distribution, ensuring efficient resource allocation across engineering tasks and projects
- Foster collaboration between engineering disciplines, project teams, and other departments to achieve project goals
- Supervise the planning, design, and execution of engineering services for construction and infrastructure projects
- Ensure compliance with engineering standards, codes, and best practices in all project activities
- Oversee engineering budgets, optimizing resources while maintaining quality and compliance
- Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and contract teams to align engineering activities with project timelines and budgets
- Monitor engineering deliverables, ensuring they meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements
- Address technical challenges, troubleshooting design and construction issues as they arise
- Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential engineering failures or project delays
- Enforce strict adherence to safety regulations, ensuring all engineering work meets health and environmental standards
- Act as the primary liaison between the engineering team, contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies
Education
Masters of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Construction Technology and Management)
Addis Ababa Science and Technology University
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia06.2016
Bachelor of Science Degree - Construction Technology and Management
Tech-Zone Engineering and Business College
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia09.2010
Skills
- Engineering, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management
- Contract Administration
- Planning
- Vendor & Supplier Management
- Cost Control & Budgeting
- Claims and Dispute Resolution
- Tendering & Bid Evaluation
- Stakeholder Coordination
- Good computer proficiency
- Firm belief in gender equality
- Team player
- Flexible
- Quick learning ability
- Communication
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Courage
- Accountability
- Respect
- Excellence
- Planning and organizing
- Initiating action
- Innovation
- Stress tolerance
Certification
- PMP (Project Management Institute), 11/24
- PMI Authorized PMP Exam Prep, 11/24
- Construction Project Management Evaluation, Ethiopian Construction Project Management Institute, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 10/15, 13/15
References
- Eng. Ashenafi Hassen, DCEO, Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECWC), +2519-44-32-79-93
- Eng. Behailu Hunde, Engineering Service Department Head, (ECWC), +2519-43-52-26-93
- Mr. Massimo Maroli, G.M, +2519-11-20-32-56
Timeline
Engineering Procurement Department Head
Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECWC)
11.2024 - Current
Contract Administration Head
Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECWC)
02.2024 - 12.2024
Project Coordinator
NABO Engineering
01.2015 - 12.2018
Site Base Office Engineer
Mafer PLC
01.2013 - 12.2015
Civil Engineer IV
Defense Construction Enterprise
01.2012 - 12.2013
Quantity Surveyor
Ultimate Plan Plc Consulting Architects & Engineers
01.2011 - 12.2012
Construction Site Supervisor
ESMAD General Trading Consulting Architects & Engineers
01.2010 - 12.2011
Engineering Service Team Leader
Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECWC)
Masters of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Construction Technology and Management)
Addis Ababa Science and Technology University
Bachelor of Science Degree - Construction Technology and Management
Tech-Zone Engineering and Business College
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