Konjit Dugasa

About

Experienced E.I.T. in civil engineering with expertise in pre-construction review and design. Competent in creating technical documentation and ensuring regulatory compliance. Effective at leading teams, managing projects, and addressing on-site challenges.

Education & Certifications

• MBA, Unity University, 2021
• BS, Civil Engineering, Addis Ababa University, 2015
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT), State of Maryland

Software Certifications

AUTOCAD, Procore Construction Management, MS PROJECT, EXCEL, SAP, ETABS

Professional Experience

Innovative Technology Design & Construction (ITDC), Reston, Virginia

Construction Project Coordinator, Oct 2023 – Present

• Documentation Preparation: Complete all required documentation and outline construction procedures.
• Task Supervision: Oversee task performance as defined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
• Estimates and Planning: Generate ROM estimates detailing cost, time, and materials for tasks.
• Quality Control Plans: Formulate and enforce a quality control plan for ongoing project monitoring.
• Contractor Coordination: Coordinate with other contractors to prevent scheduling conflicts.
• Progress Meetings: Host regular update meetings with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
• Completion Reports: Produce detailed completion reports at the end of each project.
• Bid Document Preparation: Assemble comprehensive bid documents for project bids.
• Code Compliance: Ensure that all project activities adhere to relevant building codes.

Brainup Consulting PLC, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Civil Engineer II, Sep 2018 – Aug 2023

• Pre-Construction Review: Analyze design plans and perform geometrical redesigns as necessary.
• Project Documentation: Assist in preparing technical reports and permit applications, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Field Assessments: Conduct site visits to collect data and monitor compliance with plans.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with utilities and contractors to manage pre-construction and construction phases.
• Design Collaboration: Work with multidisciplinary teams to integrate various engineering inputs into project designs.
• Contract Interpretation: Communicate project progress and contractual details to all relevant parties.

OIULISC Government Project Office, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Junior Civil Engineer, Aug 2015 – Aug 2018

• Design Review Assistance: Support senior engineers in assessing design documents for project feasibility.
• Site Monitoring: Perform regular site visits to oversee construction progress and compliance.
• Stakeholder Communication: Update stakeholders on project status and resolve challenges.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all project elements adhere to building codes and environmental regulations.
• Record Keeping: Maintain meticulous records of all project-related documents.
• Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on project status, challenges, and forthcoming actions.

Professional Associations

Member, Ethiopian Association of Civil Engineers (EACE)