Abraham Ekefre MNIQS, RQS
Uyo
Summary
Results-driven Principal Quantity Surveyor with extensive expertise in Quantity Surveying, construction cost management, and procurement. Delivered successful outcomes in cost estimation, BOQ preparation, and tender documentation through comprehensive project financial management and procurement strategies. Committed to contributing technical skills and insights to enhance project delivery in building and infrastructure sectors.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Quantity Surveyor
Akwa Ibom State Public Service / Ministry of Health
Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
2001.06 - Current
- Developed comprehensive preliminary cost estimates, project budgets and cost plans to guide financial decision-making.
- Compiled detailed Bills of Quantities for building, renovation, civil engineering and infrastructure projects, ensuring accurate cost forecasting.
- Prepare and assess interim valuations and final accounts.
- Evaluate variations, additional works and contractors' claims.
- Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.
- Prepare tender documentation and participate in tender evaluation processes.
- Conducted site measurements and inspections to verify executed works.
- Review contractors' payment applications and supporting documentation.
- Prepare project cost reports and financial assessments.
- Support the successful financial and commercial management of construction projects.
- Provide professional advice on construction costs, materials and alternative construction solutions.
- Carry out detailed quantity take-offs and measurement from architectural, structural and engineering drawings.
- Undertake detailed construction rate analysis and pricing.
- Provide procurement and contract administration support.
- Liaise with architects, engineers, contractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
- Supervise and coordinate junior Quantity Surveying personnel.
- Monitored project costs against budgets, providing actionable recommendations for effective cost control and financial performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Quantity Surveying
University of Uyo
Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria2013-01
Advanced Certificate - Procurement Management
University of Benin
NigeriaSkills
- Cost Estimation & Budgeting
- BOQ preparation
- Quantity Take-off & Measurement
- Detailed Rate Analysis
- Interim & Final Valuation
- Tender analysis
- Variations & Contractors' Claims
- Cost Control & Monitoring
- Procurement & Contract Administration
- Site Measurement & Inspection
- Construction Cost Management
- Project Financial Reporting
- Construction Materials & Cost Assessment
- Public Sector Procurement
- Construction Project Support
- Technical Documentation
- Team Supervision & Coordination
Accomplishments
- Progressed to the position of Principal Quantity Surveyor through extensive professional experience and demonstrated technical competence.
- Successfully contributed Quantity Surveying and cost management services to major building, healthcare, and public-sector projects.
- Provided Quantity Surveying support on the Construction of Ibom International Hospital, a major healthcare development with an allocated project value of approximately ₦100 billion.
- Contributed to the Revitalization of General Hospital, Ukanafun, successfully supporting the delivery of healthcare infrastructure improvements.
- Contributed to the Revitalization of the Civil Service Staff Clinic, currently an ongoing project.
- Provided Quantity Surveying services for the International Christian Worship Centre, a project valued at approximately ₦32.3 billion, which has been completed.
- Prepared and reviewed Bills of Quantities, cost estimates, valuations, tender documents, and other Quantity Surveying documentation for construction projects.
- Contributed to effective project cost control, procurement and financial management.
- Supervised and supported junior Quantity Surveying personnel and coordinated QS activities where assigned.
- Strengthened professional competence through an Advanced Certificate in Procurement Management.
- Achieved professional registration with the Quantity Surveyors Registration Board of Nigeria (QSRBN).
Custom
Quantity Surveyors Registration Board of Nigeria (QSRBN), 5630, Fully Registered Quantity Surveyor
Timeline
Principal Quantity Surveyor
Akwa Ibom State Public Service / Ministry of Health
2001.06 - Current
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Quantity Surveying
University of Uyo
Advanced Certificate - Procurement Management
University of Benin