Amanuel Anshebo
Melbourne
Summary
Civil Engineer with over 11 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects across Ethiopia. Proven expertise in highway design, project management, and construction supervision. Adept at using advanced tools like AutoCAD Civil 3D to drive quality control, risk management, and innovative, sustainable solutions. A collaborative leader focused on stakeholder engagement and achieving project success. Recently based in Australia, bringing strong transferable skills in safety, quality control, and process efficiency from local operational roles.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Highway Design Engineer
Legend Engineering Plc.
Addis Ababa
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Simada-Gindewoin Design Project: Route Selection and Geometric Design Packages.
- Oversaw traffic data collection, meteorological data collection and elicitation of weather patterns, high-watermarks (Rivers) and project area farming practices which i used as a benchmark for further analysis.
- Identified multiple route options, considering client requirements and community feedback.
- Conducted on-site topographic surveying, feature surveying, cadastral surveying and modelling of existing ground .
- Completed the geometric design for horizontal and vertical alignment, from preliminary concepts to final design along with the required design quantities.
- Executed design layout, including corridor daylight limits, to assess existence of obstructions with in the corridor boundary.
- Submitted design options for road sections with Escarpment terrains requiring design departure.
Office Engineer Head
Beaeka General Business Plc. / China Construction Construction Company
Hawassa
07.2016 - 10.2019
- Managed multiple subcontractor packages, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery that significantly enhanced client satisfaction.
- Conducted continuous contract reviews, cost estimation, and the development of master work programs, aligning project objectives with all stakeholders.
- Tasked with cost control, progress evaluation, variation and claim management and design review.
- Proactively identified and managed project risks and opportunities, enabling timely interventions that delivered significant value.
- Implemented robust risk assessment and configuration management protocols, ensuring compliance with safety (OHS) and environmental standards.
- Drove project performance reporting, including cost analysis, schedule variance, and progress updates; consistently achieved a positive benefit-cost ratio (BCR) of 46%.
- Fostered strong partnerships with stakeholders through regular communication, ensuring alignment and enhancing overall team cohesion.
Draft Person
Akir Construction Plc.
Gonder
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Prepared detailed shop drawings, quantity surveys, and monthly schedules for the Debark-Buhait Road Project and Bale Airport Upgrading Project.
- Conducted quantity surveys to accurately estimate design and as-built quantities of earthwork and structuresalong with detailed material breakdown requirements.
- Developed and submitted realignment proposals for high-risk sections of the road corridor, enhancing project safety and stability.
- Provided ongoing support to engineers and head office personnel through the preparation of various reports and documentations.
Project Engineer
Tekleberhan Ambaye Construction Plc.
Yayo
10.2012 - 06.2014
- Managed project schedules and coordinated resources for construction activities.
- Collaborated with design team and engineers to ensure design compliance.
- Oversaw site safety practices and conducted regular inspections.
- Played a key role in the $200M Yayo Fertilizer Factory Project, leading the execution of primary earthworks packages, including 1.6 million m³ of cut-to-spoil and 1.4 million m³ of embankment filling, completing them ahead of schedule.
- Developed and submitted realignment proposals for high-risk road sections, enhancing overall project safety and long-term stability.
- Supervised subcontractors and on-site labor, ensuring strict adherence to design specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements.
- Tailored the on-site team structure and RACI matrix, which was approved by the PMO and added to the organisational process assets.
- Maintained a sharp focus on social and environmental management and health & safety protocols, given the sensitive nature of the project.
Education
Agile Project Management Foundation -
APMG International
MelbourneCertified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) -
Project Management Institute (PMI)
MelbourneBSc - Civil Engineering
Jimma University - Institute of Technology
JimmaSkills
- Project Management
- Technical Design
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Highway Geometric Design
- AutoCAD
- Civil 3D
- Contract & Risk Management
- Pavement & Earthworks Design
- ArcGIS
- MS Project
- Budget & Quality Control (QA/QC)
- Hydraulic & Culvert Design
- Subassembly Composer
- Team Leadership & Site Management
- Construction Estimation & Drafting
- MS Office Suite
Education Certifications
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Institute (PMI), Melbourne, Victoria, 08/01/24, 08/31/27
- Agile Project Management Foundation, APMG International, Melbourne, Victoria, 09/01/24, 09/30/27
- BSc in Civil Engineering, Jimma University - Institute of Technology, Jimma, Ethiopia, 10/01/07, 06/30/12
Licenses
Australian Driver Licence (Class C)
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Amharic (Native)
References
Available upon request.
Professional Development
- RIIWHS302E: Implement traffic management plans, Origin Institute, 04/01/24
- White Card: Construction Safety, WorkSafe Victoria, 05/01/23
- Advance Business Management (ABM): Sales quotes, invoicing, and product management
- Freelance Civil 3D Trainer
Other Experiences
Warehouse Operative
Waproo Pty Ltd | Melbourne, Australia | Jul 2024 – Present
Process Worker
Davis Bakery | Melbourne, Australia | Jan 2024 – Jun 2024
Mail Sorter
Australian Post | Melbourne, Australia | Nov 2023 – Dec 2023 (Seasonal)
Timeline
Highway Design Engineer
Legend Engineering Plc.
12.2021 - 04.2023
Office Engineer Head
Beaeka General Business Plc. / China Construction Construction Company
07.2016 - 10.2019
Draft Person
Akir Construction Plc.
08.2014 - 06.2016
Project Engineer
Tekleberhan Ambaye Construction Plc.
10.2012 - 06.2014
Agile Project Management Foundation -
APMG International
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) -
Project Management Institute (PMI)
BSc - Civil Engineering
Jimma University - Institute of Technology