COLLINS ACHIGBE
Abuja,Nigeria
Summary
Dedicated and offering strong foundation in engineering principles, theories, specifications, and standards. I'm an adaptive, result-oriented engineer, adept at project managing/directing technical civil engineering projects and improving component designs to increase efficiency, with a proven track record of executing projects under budget and ahead of schedule.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Civil Engineer/Project Manager
MSHEL HOMES/MSHEL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LTD
Abuja, Nigeria
10.2023 - Current
- Supported on-time and under-budget project completion by proactively communicating challenges and updates.
- Coordinated contractors, subcontractors and labourers to deliver on projects.
- Audited and approved work of team members and oversaw corrections.
- Prevented project delays through carefully considered risk and feasibility assessments.
- Sourced and allocated cost-efficient resources to meet construction constraints.
- Visited sites to review work progress and drive process improvements.
- Monitored construction activities regularly, maintaining high-quality standards at all times.
- Inspected completed civil works and documented safety and compliance findings.
- Oversaw Quality Control (QC) for construction teams, delivering results in line with project specifications.
- Motivated site teams to achieve quality results against construction deadlines.
- Ensured health and safety regulations adherence during all projects.
- Provided expert consultation on civil engineering matters to clients.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and technologies, staying ahead in the competitive market.
Civil Engineer
Nigeria Airforce Housing and Construction Company
Abuja, Nigeria
05.2020 - 06.2023
- Carefully managed projects so that milestones were met during the agreed time and within budget confines
- Attended meetings to discuss projects with clients, contractors, asset owners, and stockholders
- Created detailed plans and frequently monitored progress to assure project goals meet specifications
- Ensured that building regulations were all met and provided technical solutions to construction challenges on site
- Directing construction activities, assigning tasks, and providing support for artisans and craftsmen, for project advancement
- Conducted a feasibility study that identified the most cost-effective material and construction method for a new roadway
QA/QC Piping Inspector
Onshore Construction Limited
Lagos
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Inspection of welded pipelines, ensuring proper orientation, pipe size, alignment, and coordinates at Dangote Fertilizer Plant
- Ensuring all quality-related materials are handled in line with relevant procedures with traceability reports
- Dimension confirmation of piping spools before and after welding, and preparing tentative reports for accountability and quality assurance
- Interpretation of piping, isometric, mechanical, and structural drawings, during inspection of completed pipelines and follow-up on hydro test and pneumatic test activities
Site Supervisor
GU Panner Construction Company
Lagos
06.2017 - 09.2018
- Compiled estimates of technical and material requirements for project development
- Assisted senior engineers with any and all tasks related to ensuring project success, and compiled and presented tentative progress reports of work activities to stakeholders
- Inspected all materials to ensure project specifications and quantities were properly met
Education
Bachelor of Engineering -
Cross River University of Technology
03.2012 - 04.2017
SSCE - undefined
Federal Government College
09.2002 - 07.2008
Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Effective Time Management
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Analytical Thinking Skills
- Principles and Practices of Engineering
- Creative Problem Solving
- Field Investigation Skills
- Project Management
- Dumpy Level Instrument
- Cost estimation
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Efficient communication
- Resource optimisation
Personal Information
Title: Civil Engineer
Custom
- Capt. Emayak Usoro, Nigeria Airforce, emayakusoro@gmail.com, +2348036263425
- Engr. David Oden, Niger Delta Development Commission, davidoden@gmail.com, +2348072948793
Certification
- Member Council for the Regulation of Engineering
- Member Nigerian Society of Engineers
Timeline
Civil Engineer/Project Manager
MSHEL HOMES/MSHEL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LTD
10.2023 - Current
Civil Engineer
Nigeria Airforce Housing and Construction Company
05.2020 - 06.2023
QA/QC Piping Inspector
Onshore Construction Limited
12.2019 - 04.2020
Site Supervisor
GU Panner Construction Company
06.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Engineering -
Cross River University of Technology
03.2012 - 04.2017
SSCE - undefined
Federal Government College
09.2002 - 07.2008
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