About Us

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.

This guiding philosophy embodies Elmi Construction’s mission to transform visions into lasting reality through seamless design-build solutions. We exceed client expectations with exceptional quality, unwavering dedication, and a collaborative spirit.

Our History

For Elmi Construction, the ‘journey of a thousand miles began with a single step’ in Eritrea in 1937. Originally known as Elmi Construction, the company started its journey by producing and supplying construction materials, laying the foundation for its future success. 

The establishment of a crushing plant by 1945 in Asmara marked a pivotal moment, enabling Elmi Construction to supply aggregates crucial for road and building construction. This laid the groundwork for the company’s involvement in Asmara’s road network construction and rehabilitation throughout the 1950s.

As the years passed, Elmi Construction expanded its horizons, venturing into building construction projects and civil works activities across Ethiopia by the mid-1960s. However, challenges arose in 1980, when most of the company’s assets were nationalised by the Dergue regime. Undeterred, Luigi Elmi, the company’s founder, displayed resilience and determination, relaunching the business in 1983 under a new name.

Today, with over 80 years of solid experience, Elmi Olindo Contractors PLC stands tall as a GRADE 1 GENERAL CONTRACTOR, firmly established as one of the leading construction firms in Ethiopia. As we continue to build the future, we honour our past, remembering that every milestone achieved results from that single, courageous step forward.

Our Vision

We envision a future where the built environment fosters innovation, sustainability, and well-being. We aim to be the leading force in shaping a more vibrant and sustainable world by harnessing the power of design and construction.

Our Mission

We transform visions into lasting reality through seamless design-build solutions. We exceed client expectations with exceptional quality, unwavering dedication, and a collaborative spirit.

Sustainability

At Elmi Construction, we are committed to building a more sustainable future. We believe that construction has a significant impact on the environment, and we are dedicated to minimising our footprint while creating high-quality structures.