Chisom NJOKU
Engineering
3 Atiba Close, Ikeja
Summary
Proficient Project Engineer with over 20 years of experience in managing projects to completion; consistently delivering plans and strategies that meet business goals and produce actionable results. Skilled in overseeing technical staff and checking that projects are completed on schedule, within budget and according to specifications.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Project Engineer
Salvic Petroleum Resources Limited
Lagos
04.2021 - Current
- Delivered regular compliance reports to drive process improvement and corrective measures.
- Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Monitored metrics during project execution to maintain compliance with planned costs.
- Liaised with company executives and project managers to acquire resources to move projects forward.
- Recommended process improvements to reduce unnecessary waste.
Engineer
CAN Project Options and Services Limited
Lagos
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Technical support to a Pipeline Leak Detection System (LDS) project in the area of project documentation, renewable (solar) energy design review and project planning
- Identification and establishment of the Critical Equipment Register for the LDS project
- Development and desktop review of routing plan and maps for the Iho-Dimeze Solar Street Lighting project; and subsequently coordinating its installation and deployment by Dec. 2021.
- Illustrated potential obstacles when conducting site assessments for planned projects.
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
Project Manager
Neconde Energy Limited
Lagos
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Sourced and negotiated with a well test equipment supplier to provide his equipment and personnel for our Egwa Field Reentry project
- The well test equipment was deployed as a mini early production facility (mini EPF) following technical/risk assessments to verify its fitness-for-use and in accordance with our internal procedures and HSE policies to assure integrity
- Ensured that critical equipment and activities are identified.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Maintained relationships with material vendors to lower costs and diversify capabilities.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Facilitated communication between internal personnel, contractors and vendors for project cohesion.
Project Engineer (Consultant)
Salvic Petroleum Resources Limited, Heritage Energy Operational Services Ltd
Lagos
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Assist the Integrity Team Leader in data gathering, developing asset register database and results trending of inspection data
- Provide data-driven technical advice to the inspection team ensuring threats are evaluated, procedures are followed and work is completed in accordance with company’s technical procedures
- Act as a focal point for corrosion management, equipment usage and production data integration; and ensure that relevant reports and data are reviewed and communicated accordingly.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Consultant
CAN Project Options and Services Limited
Lagos
04.2015 - 05.2017
- Recovered 100% of a Lagos-based EPC company’s Retention claims and negotiated the payment of its contract claims of more than $3m for services provided to an IOC
- Increased the procurement turnaround time in a valves procurement/logistics company by 30% by providing training to its personnel on valves, documentation and procurement lifecycle
- Helped a church to identify its critical revenue loss area through a cash tracking tool developed in-house that helped to slash costs by more than 15%
- This tool was later customized to become a simple accounting package to monitor and track income and expenses according to the rules set by the church.
- Aligned closely with business owners and employees to gather information and gain operational insight.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
Project Engineer
Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited
Lagos
06.2008 - 03.2015
- Offshore Programs Group (OPG)
- For Slot Addition projects; addressed platform integrity issues by:
- Ensuring the proper design and installation of new well slots on cantilevered beams
- Fabrication and installation of new boat landings and zodiac ladders
- Inspection, maintenance/repair of lifting hoists
- Using the window of the downtime for installation to inspect, replace, repair or grease equipment to have it remain fit-for-use
- For Gas Lift projects;
- Planned, implemented and managed pressure systems integrity programs
- Involved in design and constructability reviews to ensure equipment is fit for purpose and meet the specifications and HSE standards
- For Pigging Facilities Upgrade projects:
- Ensured that receivers and launchers are designed and installed in line with specifications
- Led a program-wide projects’ work order/contract closure effort for the settlement of commitment to contractors’ retention amounts worth $6m
- Conducted a post-completion reconciliation and disposal/transfer of excess materials of eight (8) Gaslift projects and reduced the procurement cycle for benefiting projects and saved about $3m
- Completed the execution of three (3) Gaslift projects at a cost of about $11m and added combined production uplift greater than 21 kbod
- Mentored four (4) young engineers.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
Project Engineer
Baywood Dextron Ventures, Chevron Nigeria Limited
Lagos
12.2006 - 05.2008
- Tank Replacement & Upgrade (TRU) Project (Project cost: $10m)
- Reduced the invoicing turnaround time by over 80% through developing and implementing a WBS-based project performance measurement and invoicing system after review with Chevron’s representative
- Managed the construction of a base (temporary) construction camp and materials lay-down area at work site to enable the commencement of the tank replacement/refurbishing works.
- Liaised with company executives and project managers to acquire resources to move project forward.
- Planned and managed engineering projects and continuous improvement programs to reduce labor and costs.
- Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Performed constructability reviews of construction bid documents for coordination purposes.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
Project Controls Manager
Baywood Dextron Ventures, Chevron Nigeria Limited
Lagos
06.2006 - 12.2006
- Facilitated and coordinated the resolution of issues with various contractors in a bid to progress the job
- Verified request for variations, proposed negotiation strategies and meetings, prepared recommendation for management approval and finalized issues as appropriate
- Created, reviewed with client’s representatives and obtained client’s approval for TRU project’s 3000- line baseline schedule in Primavera P3 format
- Supervised and trained a 4-member project controls team.
- Implemented quality control standards for consistent approach and results.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Produced regular project update reports for senior business leadership.
- Consulted with clients to define objectives and develop scopes.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
Project Engineer & Alternate Project Manager
Oil & Gas Limited
Harcourt
11.2005 - 06.2006
- SPDC’s Bonny Terminal Integrated Project (BTIP) valued at over $12 million
- Directed and led a 50-man workforce working on the project
- Established a sub-contract with an earth moving company to handle the pre-loading of a storage tank base and saved about $300,000 for my company
- Supervised the completion of the workers’ accommodation buildings and materials lay-down area
- Planned and coordinated the transfer of bulk steel from FOT Onne to work site (Shell Bonny Terminal)
- Worked out a project execution strategy that decreased waste by 10% and achieved in an overall savings of more than $100,000 per year.
- Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field or changing conditions.
Chief Operating Officer
Giantech Limited
Harcourt
04.2003 - 12.2004
- Managed 6 employees to generate annual sales of about $48,000.00 in its first year
- Started the computer training center where more than 60 persons were trained in its startup year
- Planned and supervised the company’s marketing program that resulted in more than 300 enquiries on company’s services.
- Refined organizational structure to consolidate, streamline and delineate necessary functions.
- Developed quarterly business plans to evaluate cost projections.
- Developed and implemented recommendations for service improvement.
Design & Applications Engineer
Intech Process Automation Nig. Ltd
Harcourt
06.2000 - 03.2003
- Developed an Excel based PLC programming tool that cut down development time by more than 60%
- Researched, created and implemented programming objects that shortened program length by more than 150% to produce faster PLC programs without compromising functionality
- Taught three courses on PLC Systems Fundamentals, PLC Maintenance/Troubleshooting and Wonderware HMI/Operator Interface Development at Intech Training Centre.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
- Supported engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes.
Electrical/Electronic Engineer
ETCO Nigeria Limited
Harcourt
01.1996 - 06.2000
- Managed and trained the 4-member staff of the drafting section in the transition from paper-based drafting to an electronic digital platform
- Conducted in-house training of office staff on Microsoft Office software suite
- Supervised the commissioning of Rodieem Investment Port Harcourt high-rise buildings and housing estate facility – electrical and mechanical works.
Systems Engineer & Computer Consultant
WHO/UNDP/World Bank Onchocerciasis, University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital
Enugu
10.1995 - 12.1995
- Managed the project’s 5-system computer center, 2 printers and photocopier
- Trained 10 doctors on use of computers for medical research using EpiInfo software.
- Checked for accuracy and functionality during implementation of new systems.
Systems Support Engineer & Training Coordinator
Laro Computers Limited
Enugu
04.1993 - 10.1995
- Managed the engineering department with responsibility for PC assembly, configuration and maintenance
- Established the Laro Computer Training Centre Enugu; training 36 people in the first year
- Recruited and trained the 2-pioneer staff of the computer training center.
- Efficiently resolved myriad of technical issues concerning software installation and network connectivity.
- Tracked problematic system errors by implementing various user support tracking metrics.
- Offered technical guidance and advised users of alternative approaches when troubleshooting.
- Configured hardware, devices and software to set up work stations for employees and clients.
- Collaborated with vendors to locate replacement components and resolve advanced problems.
- Performed root cause analysis and general troubleshooting.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Power Systems Engineering
FEDERAL UNIVERSITY oF TECHNOLOGY
Owerri, IM 07.1986 - 07.1991
Skills
Project estimation
undefinedAccomplishments
- Design and construction of a microprocessor-based controller for Direct Current (D.C) motors
- Final year project (500L) Federal University of Technology Owerri, Nigeria
- Team member for installation, maintenance and pressure testing of Oil-Well Testing Equipment and Data logging & analysis of production test data for Geoservices Nigeria Limited
- Team leader LARO Computer Ltd
- Work involved client’s computer maintenance and servicing, hardware and software installation, PC Assembly and Configuration
- Pioneered and established a Computer Education and Training Centre for LARO Computers Limited with responsibility for training curriculum development, teaching and instruction of students & teaching staff
- Engineering support and team leader of the installation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, computer systems and peripherals for UNDP/WHO/World Bank-Assisted Onchocerciasis Project
- Training co-ordination for UNDP/WHO/World Bank-Assisted Onchocerciasis Project computer instruction courses with bias for medical statistics and Epidemiological Information Systems
- Team member for the design of electrical and instrumentation panels at ETCO Nigeria Ltd
- Work involved technical support, design review, and modeling
- User support and training on Microsoft Excel, Word, VBA and AutoCAD at ETCO Nigeria Ltd
- Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited QIT Warehouse (Eket, Akwa Ibom State) electrical and mechanical engineering works – power, lighting, HVAC, Firefighting and plumbing
- NLNG Bonny Camp buildings – electrical/mechanical engineering works drawings
- Site supervision and commissioning
- Rodieem Investment Port Harcourt high-rise buildings and housing estate facility – electrical and mechanical engineering (including plumbing) drawings
- Site supervision and commissioning
- Obigbo Node Gas Gathering Project (SPDC/DKES) – drafting of electrical, mechanical and HVAC drawings
- Team member for Chevron Angola CABINDA Gas Gathering Project – Control System Upgrade
- Responsible for operator interfaces graphics development using Wonderware In touch HMI and logic development using RSLogix for Allen Bradley PLC -5/80
- Technical support, design and implementation of payroll and project costing software using Microsoft Excel at ETCO Nigeria Ltd
- Upgrade and commissioning of Total FinaElf OML 100 oilfield’s DCS on four offshore platforms
- The work involved remarking an existing DOS-based graphics using Intellution HMI, re-writing the application logic program to replace processor and to add new I/O, and integration of DCS system to Elf Petroleum Nigeria Limited LAN and WAN
- Responsible for HMI design, system tags database administration and OPC Server configuration
- Team member for Upgrade of SPDC-E Computer Assisted Operations (CAO) Data Scanning System and ROC OPC server Installation project: INTECH team replaced the Unix-based SOFS/RTAP data acquisition software with a Windows NT Server-based ROC OPC server for oil & gas telemetry-based SCADA system.The installation and integration consist of ROC OPC server 50 – 20 ROC License, Matrikon OPC server for Modbus PLC, Matrikon OPC Data Manager, Compaq Proliant ML530, Compaq Armada, Digi Etherlite Terminal server EL-160, Rack & UPS
- Maintenance support lead for TotalFinaElf OML100 DCS and implementation of wells status/historical data reporting solutions using Crystal Reports and iFix software
- Responsibilities also include training
- Instructor/Course Facilitator on Allen Bradley PLC Systems Fundamentals/Maintenance & Trouble shooting Course for Chevron Nigeria Limited at INTECH Training Centre
- The training was conducted for 2 sessions of 6 days each with 4 students per session
- Instructor/Course Facilitator on Wonderware Intouch HMI/Operator Interface System Development for Chevron Nigeria Limited at INTECH Training center
- The training was conducted for 4 sessions of 5 days each with 5 students per session
- Team member for the Control System Design of an Akyl Benzene Plant deployed in Iran using Fieldbus Foundation devices and methodology at SMAR headquarters Brazil
- I was an on-the-job project training leading SMAR certification
- Instructor/Course Facilitator on Wonderware Intouch HMI/Operator Interface System Development for Chevron Nigeria Limited at INTECH Training Centre
- The training was conducted for 3 sessions of 5 days each with 4 students per session
- Support lead for TotalFinaElf OML58 DCS/PLC maintenance
- Design and Implementation of monthly work progress/invoicing format for Baywood Dextron Ventures (BDV) using Microsoft Excel software in line with approved project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Development of approved project baseline schedule using Primavera Project Planner (P3) for BDV’s Tank Replacement and Upgrade (TRU) contract for Chevron Nigeria Limited
- Directed and managed a 50-man workforce working on the project on DEC Oil and Gas BTIP Project and established a sub-contract with an earth moving company to handle the pre-loading of a storage tank base and saved about $300,000 for my company
- Supervised the completion of the BTIP’s workers’ accommodation buildings and materials lay-down area at work site
- Led an OPG program-wide projects’ work order/contract closure effort for the settlement of commitment to contractors’ retention amounts worth $6m
- Conducted a post-completion reconciliation and disposal/transfer of excess materials of eight (8) Gaslift projects and reduced the procurement cycle for benefiting projects and saved about $3m
- Completed the execution of three (3) Gaslift projects at a cost of about $11m and added combined production uplift greater than 21 kbod
- Spearheaded the successful re-entry into Egwa field of OML42 with a scaled down mini-EPF facility after a lull of 13years due to community disturbance of 2006 through successfully interfacing with community, security, vendors, engineering, technical, facilities and operations team.
Certification
PEBRA (Project Economics & Business Risk Assessment) Overview
Affiliations
Fellow, Institute of Professional Managers and Administrators of Nigeria – IPMA NO /FE/1041 2017
Registered Engineer, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) – R40860 2017
Member, Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) - Member # 92537796 Nigeria Section 2018
Member, Project Management Institute (PMI) - Member ID 2606120 2018
Timeline
Project Engineer
Salvic Petroleum Resources Limited
04.2021 - Current
Engineer
CAN Project Options and Services Limited
02.2020 - 03.2021
Project Manager
Neconde Energy Limited
02.2019 - 01.2020
Project Engineer (Consultant)
Salvic Petroleum Resources Limited, Heritage Energy Operational Services Ltd
06.2017 - 01.2019
Consultant
CAN Project Options and Services Limited
04.2015 - 05.2017
Project Engineer
Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited
06.2008 - 03.2015
Project Engineer
Baywood Dextron Ventures, Chevron Nigeria Limited
12.2006 - 05.2008
Project Controls Manager
Baywood Dextron Ventures, Chevron Nigeria Limited
06.2006 - 12.2006
Project Engineer & Alternate Project Manager
Oil & Gas Limited
11.2005 - 06.2006
Chief Operating Officer
Giantech Limited
04.2003 - 12.2004
Design & Applications Engineer
Intech Process Automation Nig. Ltd
06.2000 - 03.2003
Electrical/Electronic Engineer
ETCO Nigeria Limited
01.1996 - 06.2000
Systems Engineer & Computer Consultant
WHO/UNDP/World Bank Onchocerciasis, University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital
10.1995 - 12.1995
Systems Support Engineer & Training Coordinator
Laro Computers Limited
04.1993 - 10.1995
Bachelor of Engineering - Power Systems Engineering
FEDERAL UNIVERSITY oF TECHNOLOGY
07.1986 - 07.1991
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