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Abayomi Fidelis ONI

213 Kainji Close Egbin Power Estate Ijede Lagos

Summary

Super user of SAP/ECC/P47 for material management (MM) and planning, Earned Value Management system practitioner with a cutting-edge ability to handle flag ship projects within the oil and gas sector while bringing professionalism to bare. A super user of micro soft excel, Microsoft office, power point and MS team. A very focused and multitasking individual with an open-minded approach to project delivery. Acquired the necessary skills via on-the-job training at different level of project management. Motivated Estimator with 12 years of experience in estimation field. Well-versed in obtaining bids from suppliers and negotiating prices. Proficient in MS Office and cost estimation software. Skilled Estimator with proficiency in budget development, reporting and estimation. Outstanding experience in cost control. Highly skilled with estimating software and risk management package. Professional Estimator with strong problem-solving and communication abilities. Proficient in material cost estimate software and Microsoft Office. Talented in computing cost estimates for materials, labor, equipment and production activities for small- and large-scale projects.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Cost Estimator

EGbin Power Plant, (Subsidiary Of Sahara Power Group)
Ikorodu, Lagos, Lagos Sate
2022.08 - Current
  • Providing cost control and cost management services.
  • Preparation of cost estimates at various level of project.
  • Engage in post project contract cost management support to aid management in making informed decisions at various value assurance gates, minimize successful contractual claims, achieve value for money.
  • Contribute to company’s good corporate image, meet projects objectives and ultimately contribute to achievement of Cost Leadership in the management of PD CAPEX projects and budget.
  • Calculating and booking of the Value of Work Done (VOWD), inclusive of the accruals among other cost deliverables for earned value management (EVM).
  • Calculating the estimate to complete (ETC) cost of the Capital Projects and forecasting the estimate at completion (EAC).
  • Prepare the capital Project delivery risk register.

Senior Cost Engineer (contract)

HI&HA Shallow Water Offshore (SWO) Projects Of Shell Petroleum Development Company.
Port-Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria.
2019.05 - 2022.06

Headline size of circa $6 billion.

  • Support the development of the cost management model for the HI DUAL FEED project. This model is tailored towards performance measurement, cost tracking, monitoring, and forecasting from the defined to execute phase of the project.
  • Preparation of the project monthly report, Business one pager and Progress monitoring to ensure KPIs measurement on the FEED project are met for OPEX cost.
  • Calculating and booking of the Value of Work Done (VOWD), inclusive of the accruals among other cost deliverables.
  • Ensuring that vendors claims and invoicing, satisfactorily adhere to the agreed procedure and company’s policy.
  • Participate in the project performance defense/ budget alignment with other JV partners at the Gas Subcom level.

Senior Cost Engineer (Contract)

Forcados Yokri Integrated Project (FYIP Offshore), Shell Petroleum Development Company.
Port-Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria.
2014.05 - 2019.05

Execute phase with Group Investment Proposal (GIP) size of $3.1 billion.

  • Monitored and Controlled cost deliverables to ensure that the targeted key performance indicators (KPIs) are met.
  • Performed Cost Estimating (Type 4) during the execution phase to manage site instructions and requisitions.
  • Supported the development of the cost framework that led to the delivery of the 3 wells hook up/line bulking at the FYIP Offshore Project.
  • Participated in the Cost, Schedule, and Risk Analysis (CSRA) workshop, which gave more clarity to the true position of the estimate at completion (EAC) of the FYIP offshore well hook-up/Line Bulking project.
  • Contributed to safe working at sites through HSE engagement and interventions.

Cost Engineer (Contract)

AGS1 (Otumara/Saghara Project), Shell Petroleum Development Company.
Port-Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria.
2011.12 - 2014.05

Execute phase with a headline size of circa $600m.

  • Focused on the issues/actions on the variation register and ensuring that action owners are responsive by closing out on their actions. Eyeballing the cost impacts of the top ten risks in line with their mitigations on the project.
  • Championed the claims and invoice reconciliation exercise that led to circa $2m over payment recovery for the project in 2017.
  • Championing the booking of Value of Work Done (VOWD) on SAP, creating of purchase requests (PRs), work orders and service entries upon the receipt of work completion certificate (WCC).
  • Measuring the cost estimate to complete (ETC) the AGS1 project and forecasting.
  • Participated in the weekly Project Controls compliance review team meeting to identify possible project control gaps and application of best practices.
  • Participated in the project peer review, to reassure the health of the Otumara/Saghara project KPIs for SPDC.

Cost Controller (Full Time)

OBOB Train 6 NLG Gas Project, Saipem Contracting Nigerian Limited.
Port-Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria.
2010.08 - 2011.12


  • Trained on SAP and Primavera 6 for effective project management.
  • Designing various cost breakdown structures and updating the cost control register (CCR).
  • Claims and interest calculations, Risk and opportunity management.
  • Ensured effective working of Cost Control System, sound assessment and reporting of cost Project Status Report (PSR) for pre and post execution phase.

Senior Executive Assistant

Zenith Bank Plc.
Maitama Abuja,
2007.08 - 2010.08
  • Generating and getting management approvals for credit & Risk facilities on behalf of clients.
  • Generating contingent liabilities.
  • Taking management on appointment to close business with high-net-worth individuals and cooperate organizations.

Education

MBA - Energy And Sustainability.

University of Cumbria (In View)
United Kingdom
Current

MBA - Management And Development

Catholic University of Sacred Heart Milan
Italy

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Ahmadu Bello University Zaria
Nigeria

Skills

  • Ul>

    Proficiency in cost estimation methodologies, including bottom-up estimating, analog estimating, and parametric estimating.

  • P>Ability to analyze project costs, identify cost drivers, and provide accurate cost forecasts.

  • P>Experience in monitoring project costs, tracking expenses, and implementing cost control measures to ensure projects remain within budget.

  • P>Strong financial analysis skills to assess project feasibility, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and evaluate financial risks and opportunities.

  • P>Ability to develop project budgets, create financial forecasts, and track budget variances. Experience in preparing cost reports. Understanding of project management principles and methodologies.

    • P>Ability to work collaboratively with project teams, monitor project schedules, and align cost management with project objectives.

    • P>Knowledge of risk management principles and techniques. Ability to assess and mitigate financial risks associated with cost estimation and project execution.

    • P>Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

    Additional Information

    • Awards and Commendations Recognition and commendation from the project portfolio manager for a major cost recovery on the Otumara/Saghara project. Commendation for developing the cost control register (CCR) for cost tracking project in 2013. Credit/Risk officer of the year award for booking a credit and risk facility of over $4m and generating a branch income of circa $120,000.

    Timeline

    Lead Cost Estimator

    EGbin Power Plant, (Subsidiary Of Sahara Power Group)
    2022.08 - Current

    Senior Cost Engineer (contract)

    HI&HA Shallow Water Offshore (SWO) Projects Of Shell Petroleum Development Company.
    2019.05 - 2022.06

    Senior Cost Engineer (Contract)

    Forcados Yokri Integrated Project (FYIP Offshore), Shell Petroleum Development Company.
    2014.05 - 2019.05

    Cost Engineer (Contract)

    AGS1 (Otumara/Saghara Project), Shell Petroleum Development Company.
    2011.12 - 2014.05

    Cost Controller (Full Time)

    OBOB Train 6 NLG Gas Project, Saipem Contracting Nigerian Limited.
    2010.08 - 2011.12

    Senior Executive Assistant

    Zenith Bank Plc.
    2007.08 - 2010.08

    MBA - Energy And Sustainability.

    University of Cumbria (In View)

    MBA - Management And Development

    Catholic University of Sacred Heart Milan

    Bachelor of Science - Economics

    Ahmadu Bello University Zaria
    Abayomi Fidelis ONI