Civil Engineer (Telecom Infrastructure)

Passion Technologies One Member PLC is a leading Ethiopian multi-sector enterprise with a strong reputation in telecommunications infrastructure development, technology services, and logistics. As a key partner for major industry leaders such as Safaricom Ethiopia and Huawei Technologies, we contribute significantly to Ethiopia's digital transformation and infrastructure modernization. As part of our strategic expansion, we are seeking a highly skilled, self-motivated Civil Engineer to join our dynamic Telecommunications Infrastructure Division.Job Overview

• Job Title: Civil Engineer (Telecom Infrastructure)
• Company: Passion Technologies One Member PLC
• Reports To: Telecom Operations Director
• Duty Station: Addis Ababa (Head Office) with extensive travel to project sites (including Tigray Region and remote nationwide locations)
• Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Supervises: On-site civil construction teams and subcontractors

The Civil Engineer will lead the planning, design supervision, and execution of civil works for telecom infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will ensure that all civil engineering activities—specifically telecom tower erection (30m–80m), foundation construction, and greenfield/rooftop site developments—are completed safely, efficiently, and in strict compliance with technical specifications, quality standards, and project timelines.Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Technical Execution

• Review and interpret project engineering drawings, structural designs, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs).
• Perform site surveys to assess ground conditions and validate requirements for new tower sites.
• Ensure accurate setting out and execution of tower foundations, anchor points, and site layouts.
• Collaborate with the Technical Engineering Unit to resolve on-site design challenges.
• Assist the OSP Department on civil works related to trenching and duct installation for fiber networks.

1. Site Supervision & Quality Assurance

• Supervise daily on-site civil activities, including excavation, trenching, rebar installation, and concrete works.
• Implement strict quality control measures for concrete, masonry, and structural steel erection.
• Inspect incoming site materials to confirm compliance with technical standards.
• Conduct regular progress and final quality inspections, promptly correcting any non-compliance.
• Manage and oversee the performance and workflow of civil works subcontractors and vendors.\

1. Health, Safety, Environment, & Quality (HSEQ)

• Enforce 100% compliance with HSEQ policies, including mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage.
• Ensure all construction conforms to Ethiopian building codes and client-specific safety standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and regular safety briefings with field teams and subcontractors.
• Promptly report all incidents, accidents, or near-misses to management and HSEQ leads.

1. Coordination & Reporting

• Maintain clear communication with client representatives (Safaricom, Huawei), internal project managers, and logistics teams.
• Track project schedules and deliver accurate daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports to the Telecom Operations Director.