Lomita Baheru Gebremichael
Senior Highway Engineener
Bergen, Norway,Bergen
Summary
Experienced Highway Engineer adept in highway design, construction, and maintenance. Proficient in project management, traffic engineering, and conducting feasibility studies. Track record of leading teams to deliver projects on time while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards. Known for implementing innovative solutions to optimize highway system management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Highway Engineer
Vestlands fylkeskommune
Bergen, Norway
09.2023 - Current
- Performed detailed analysis of traffic patterns and volume to determine the most cost-effective solutions for highway projects.
- Developed designs, specifications and plans for various road construction and rehabilitation projects.
- Conducted field inspections to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, laws and regulations.
- Provided technical assistance to project teams in the areas of design, construction, materials, methods and equipment.
- Coordinated with local government agencies on highway improvement projects.
- Researched new technologies for innovative applications in highway engineering.
- Reviewed contractor bids to ensure accuracy of pricing and adherence to specifications.
- Assisted in developing long-term transportation plans for major roadway corridors.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently while meeting tight deadlines.
- Conducted safety audits of existing roads and bridges to identify potential hazards or deficiencies.
- Prepared reports summarizing findings from investigations or studies related to highways systems.
- Analyzed survey data collected from field personnel using advanced software programs.
- Evaluated drainage structures such as culverts, ditches and pipes for proper functioning within a given system.
- Identified potential environmental impacts associated with proposed highway projects.
- Developed strategies for minimizing disruptions during construction activities.
- Assessed construction materials to comply with environmental standards.
- Directed surveying, staking and construction project layout processes.
- Reviewed development plans to determine potential traffic impact.
- Researched and analyzed environmental impact of transportation projects.
- Prepared technical drawings for projects.
- Interpreted construction prints, identified soil properties and conducted basic surveying for projects.
- Analyzed information on grade stakes and placed in correct location.
- Constructed V-shaped ditches with motorized grader as part of larger construction projects.
- Facilitated communication between contractors, consultants and clients concerning project timelines.
- Attended regular meetings with stakeholders involved in various highway initiatives.
- Monitored progress on assigned tasks throughout the duration of each project.
- Collaborated with other professionals in the development of traffic control plans.
- Inspected completed works prior to final acceptance by relevant authorities.
Highway Designer
Sweco Norge AS, Bergen.
Bergen, Norway
09.2015 - 09.2023
- Developed plans, specifications, and estimates for roadway projects.
- Monitored construction activities to ensure compliance with design plans and standards.
- Performed engineering calculations related to bridge structures, pavement design, and drainage systems.
- Analyzed traffic patterns to evaluate the effectiveness of existing roadways and intersections.
- Inspected bridges, culverts, retaining walls, signs, guardrails., to determine structural integrity or need for repair and replacement.
- Conducted field surveys using GPS equipment to assess topography for new highways or modifications of existing ones.
- Provided technical assistance to other departments when needed.
- Collaborated with state agencies regarding funding requirements for proposed highway projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia06-2009
Master of Science - Project Management And BIM (ONLINE)
Politecnico Milano
Milan, ItalySkills
- Project management abilities
- Quality Control Procedures
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Safety Procedures
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Environmental Compliance
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Interpersonal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- AutoCAD
- Civil 3D
- Novapoint
- Vehicle Tracking
- AutoTurn
- BIM Collab
- Navisworks
- Microsoft Office 365
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Norwegian
Proficient (C2)
C2
Amharic
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Senior Highway Engineer
Vestlands fylkeskommune
09.2023 - Current
Highway Designer
Sweco Norge AS, Bergen.
09.2015 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Addis Ababa University
Master of Science - Project Management And BIM (ONLINE)
Politecnico Milano
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