EDOM ABEBAYEHU
Pickering,ON
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor with 5 years of experience in civil engineering and hands-on expertise in customer service across retail and food sectors. Proven strengths in effective communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills developed through project coordination and client service in fast-paced environments. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness while ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction. Recognized for adaptability, teamwork, and a results-driven approach, consistently delivering quality outcomes under pressure.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supermarket Attendant
Bambis Supermarket
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Greeting and assisting customers, ensuring a positive shopping experience.
- Organizing shelves and maintaining product displays to company standards.
- Managed Stock levels, received shipments and verified product quality.
- Maintained store cleanliness and supported front-end operations as needed.
- Managed daily restocking of shelves, ensuring optimal product availability and presentation standards were met.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for guests through regular inspection and cleaning tasks.
- Provided excellent customer service to guests by promptly responding to inquiries and requests.
- Executed daily tasks such as restocking supplies, processing payments, and assisting customers with questions or concerns.
Waitress
Kaldis Coffee
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Provide excellent customer service in fast-paced coffee shop environment.
- Prepared and served beverages and pastries while maintaining presentation standards.
- Collaborate with team members to improve services efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Developed knowledge of menu offerings, enabling personalized recommendations to guests for improved sales.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Trained and mentored new staff on menu items and service standards to improve team performance.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment, enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
Junior Assistant Quantity Surveyor
United Consulting Engineers PLC
Muketuri, Ethiopia
10.2017 - 07.2021
- Prepared technical documents including quantity and payment certificates.
- Developed strong attention to detail and organizational skills applicable to all work environments.
- Supporting the Resident Engineer and Assistant Resident Engineer in every Aspects including (Preparation of Daily, Monthly, Annual and Final Reports)
- Checking Cross Section Templates and incorporating undercuts section whenever instructed by Material Engineer.
- Calculating quantities for earthwork such as Fill, Cut, Undercut and other as built measurements.
- Maintained organized project documentation and records, ensuring easy access and retrieval for team members.
- Enhanced office efficiency by organizing files, managing calendars, and coordinating meetings.
- Expedited daily operations through proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite tools.
- Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues in various tasks as needed.
- Prepared and proofread professional business correspondence and memos.
- Maintained physical filing system and retrieved documents on request.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
- Led cross-functional teams in negotiations with contractors to achieve favorable terms and pricing agreements.
- Managed contractor relationships by setting clear expectations, maintaining open communication channels, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Reviewed all consultant drawings and made recommendation to adjust site requirements.
- Used AutoCAD and Eagle Point to amend project design changes.
- Enhanced communication between project teams by implementing standardized reporting procedures for all parties involved.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers to optimize construction designs, minimizing material waste and reducing overall costs.
- Managed and coordinated cost, availability and timely delivery of materials and project schedules for suppliers.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry developments through ongoing professional development activities such as attending conferences or obtaining additional certifications relevant to the field of construction management.
- Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
- Monitored project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.
- Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
- Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates.
- Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
- Reviewed and approved invoices and payments, verifying accuracy of expenses.
- Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
Assistant Site Engineers
IFH (INTERNATIONAL FIRST HIGHWAY)
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
10.2017 - 07.2021
- Checking and Controlling all Construction items as per the contract and report to the engineer.
- Checking data from contractor.
- Working office engineering works.
- Working Collaborating with contractors and project teams to achieve goals efficiently.
- Conducted inspection, verified materials and maintained project records.
- Supervised site operations to ensure adherence to design Specification.
- Coordinated site activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and safety regulations.
- Assisted in the preparation of engineering designs and technical documentation for construction projects.
- Conducted regular site inspections, documenting findings to maintain quality assurance throughout construction phases.
- Implemented innovative construction techniques that improved workflow efficiency and reduced material waste on-site.
- Prepared accurate project documentation, enabling effective tracking of project milestones and progress updates.
- Supported quality control processes to ensure construction met design specifications and safety standards.
- Maintained site safety by enforcing strict adherence to regulations and conducting regular safety briefings for staff.
- Assisted in the completion of projects within budget and on schedule, leading to increased client satisfaction.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and site staff.
- Coordinated with contractors for timely delivery of materials, contributing to minimized delays in construction progress.
- Streamlined workflows by maintaining a clean and organized job site, reducing accidents and increasing productivity levels.
- Organized daily work schedules for subcontractors, facilitating efficient utilization of resources.
- Reviewed engineering drawings for accuracy and consistency before sharing them with field personnel to avoid misinterpretation and errors during execution stages.
- Collaborated with senior engineers on technical solutions, ensuring optimal design implementation.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential issues, resulting in proactive problem resolution.
- Undertook risk assessments prior to starting new phases of work which led to minimized incidents onsite.
- Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
- Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams.
- Interacted positively with engineers, clients and peers to develop productive long-term working relationships.
- Inspected, cleaned and maintained environmental test equipment, operated field sampling pumps and monitored sensitive instruments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Wolaita sodo university
Skills
- Prepare accurate quantity and interim payment certificate through detailed earthwork measurement and cross section reviews, ensuring on-time payment and quantities that matched actual site condition
- Prepared accurate, daily monthly and final project reports by collecting site data and verifying quantities, enabling effective project monitoring and informed engineering decision
- Calculated and documented earthwork quantities for variation orders, supporting accurate valuation, minimizing disputes and ensuring fair compensation
- Maintained contract compliance by monitoring site activities, reviewing contractor data, and supporting office engineering work, resulting in accurate reporting and improved team coordination
- Initiative and Self-motivation
- Safety awareness
- Complaint resolution
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Reliability and punctuality
- Team player attitude
- Strong work ethic
- Supply restocking
- Quality assurance
- Cleaning procedures
- Document management
- Mail handling
- Attention to detail
- Computer skills
- Office administration
- Administrative duties
- Project management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Project coordination
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Documentation and filing
Websites
Languages
Amharic
English
Certification
- Construction Sector Professional Development Center
- Inroads Software Training
- Food Handling Certification
Timeline
Supermarket Attendant
Bambis Supermarket
01.2024 - 04.2024
Waitress
Kaldis Coffee
10.2022 - 08.2023
Junior Assistant Quantity Surveyor
United Consulting Engineers PLC
10.2017 - 07.2021
Assistant Site Engineers
IFH (INTERNATIONAL FIRST HIGHWAY)
10.2017 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Wolaita sodo university