Girum K. Gebremeskel

Cost Engineer/Measurement Engineer/Q.S.

Cost Engineer/Q.S with over 20 years of experience in highways, infrastructure projects, and buildings. Skilled in Quantity Surveying, Cost Engineering, and Project Management with expertise in payment certificate, cost estimate, claim resolution and design support. Adept in leading construction projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

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Work Experience
Resident Engineer/Assistant Resident Engineer
AMHACON ENGINEERNG CONSULTING PLC, / and RDDC Road Design & Development Consultants PLC- Ethiopia
Jul 2012 — Jan 2019
  • Supervised all construction project activities to ensure strict compliance with approved plans specifications quality standards and contractual obligations
  • Managed and administered civil works contracts including reviewing and approving working drawings specifications work schedules and measured works
  • Verified processed and evaluated contractors’ claims and payment certificates recommending payments based on verified progress
  • Prepared submitted and maintained progress reports summary reports and minutes of meetings to keep clients and stakeholders informed
  • Handled contractual correspondence and coordinated closely with stakeholders design teams and technical experts to resolve project issues and implement corrective measures efficiently
  • Monitored project timelines and ensured work progressed according to approved schedules to meet deadlines
  • Ensured all construction activities were executed in full compliance with contract terms industry standards and safety regulations
Measurement Engineer/Quantity Surveyor /CAD Technician/Designer
ICS ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL LTD, GAUFF INGENIEURE , IDCON INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANTS PLC. DIRIBA DEFERSHA GENERAL CONTRACTOR. ESHETU LEMMA GENEAL CONTACTOR. LEA INTERNATIONAL (IN ASSOCIATION WITH CORE CONSULTING ENGINEERS). MOUCHEL (IN ASSOCIATION WITH CWCE PLC)., AL -KHARAFI & SONS.
Dec 2007 — Jan 2022
  • Monitored quantities for all pay items including buildings structures drainage and pavement works across multiple road and infrastructure projects
  • Conducted site measurements and verified completed works to support accurate preparation and approval of contractors’ interim and final payment certificates
  • Prepared comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQs) including detailed listings of materials labor and resources to aid in budgeting cost estimation and financial tracking
  • Evaluated project specifications to estimate construction costs prepare cost breakdowns and support procurement and financial planning
  • Prepared Variation Orders and Price Escalation Certificates in alignment with contractual provisions and project progress
  • Supported the Claim/Contract Specialist in reviewing and managing contractual claims and documentation
  • Reviewed and modified design drawings to reflect actual site conditions produced and validated CAD drawings in support of design and construction supervision
  • Developed templates and procedures for checking contractors’ working drawings and verifying quantity claims against original design data
  • Worked on design updates using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Eagle Point Road design software
Project Manager
Vambeco Enterprises ltd - Uganda
Feb 2022 — Mar 2026
  • Oversee, manage and direct construction projects from beginning to end coordinating with subcontractors engineers and stakeholders
  • Prepare and review cost estimates bids and contracts
  • Communicate project updates to clients and other interested parties such as consultants
  • Lead project meetings and maintain accurate documentation including drawings change orders and project plans
  • Enforce employee safety procedures and environmental regulations
Skills
AutoCADCivil 3DEagle PointWordExcelPowerPoint
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
Jimma University-Ethiopia
Sep 2008 — Jun 2012
Advanced Diploma, Municipal Engineering
College of Urban Planning, Addis Ababa-Ethiopia
Sep 1993 — Jul 1996
Certifications
Construction Management - Field Operations and Admin Tools
University of Maryland, College Park, USA
Apr 2026
Project Delivery Methods & Contracts
University of Maryland, College Park, USA
Aug 2025
Construction Cost Estimating and Cost Control
Columbia University In the City of New York, USA
Sep 2025
Construction Scheduling
Columbia University In the City of New York, USA
Feb 2025
Languages
Amharic
Native
English
Advanced
French
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German
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