Emeka Azuh
Project Manager
Abuja
Summary
A dynamic and consistent professional with over 10 years of combined experience in managing large/
complex projects. While working as part of diverse international project teams, has shown valuable skills in
the strategic restructuring, presentation, and implementation of company operational procedures and
construction processes which has aided the achievement of a significantly resourceful output. Seeking to
advance my career by growing with a structured organization.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
7Fifteen Capital Limited
Abuja
12.2021 - Current
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Reviewed and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Lead Project Manager
Africa Plus Dolphin Works
Abuja
08.2018 - 11.2021
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Achieved completion and handover of the Windsworth hostel project by record delivery time of 8
months and within planned financial budget. - Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, codes, and company standards by liaising with all
relevant government authorities to obtain applicable permits, approvals, certificates, etc. - Following variations and material price increases due to economic inflation, successfully managed the
documentation, coordination, and negotiation of an estimated one million dollars in favour of Africa
Plus Dolphin Works. - Conduct due diligence before engaging and maintaining a database of existing and prospective
subcontractors and vendors - Develop LPOs for various vendor products while managing the procurement process from placing the
order to final delivery to the site. - Developed and maintained an effective system of project operations through developing strategic
processes, functional cost monitoring, and reporting, resulting in a 30% boost in operations output - Successfully achieved set budgets by preparing and tracking project costs via developing and
implementing effective project cost control and reporting systems. - Successfully prepared and coordinated project documentation to ensure adequate project record is
maintained for archiving and ease in reference for future projects as lessons learned. - Managed communication with the indigenous community and facilitated functional inclusion of indigenes on the construction team to enhance socio-economic benefits while achieving successful
project delivery. - Oversee all administrative capacities including site operations and staff performance review/ KPI on
site. - Using Fidic contract as a reference, managed the project contract administration throughout the
project life ensuring consistent conformance to project contract requirements. - Coordinated handover process from completion of snags to preparation and issuance of relevant
handover documentation such as operations and maintenance manual, As-Built designs, handover
forms, completion certificate, etc.
Construction Project Manager
Belac Engineering Limited
Abuja
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage.
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Managed project procurement and resource schedule as a tool to monitor construction budget
implementation. - Coordinated activities and work scope inter-phase with various project contractors.
- Managed/ supervised site daily construction activities, resources, logistics, cost, etc in line with user
requirements and industry standards. - Develop LPOs for various vendor products while managing the procurement process from placing the
order to final delivery to the site. - Successfully achieved set budgets by preparing and tracking project costs via developing and
implementing effective project cost control and reporting systems. - Successfully prepared and coordinated project documentation to ensure adequate project record is
maintained for archiving and ease in reference for future projects as lessons learned. - Produced shop drawings and design proposals for client and/ or consultants' review/ approval in line
with project brief/ charter. - Prepared construction bills for client-requested project variations and additional works as part of an
effort to manage change order processes.
Assistant Construction Manager
Laurus Development Partner
Abuja
01.2014 - 10.2016
- Collaborated with construction administration consultants to schedule field observations.
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
- Developed asset management register as tool to manage routine maintenance schedule for building
equipment and logging of equipment life span notification period. - Developed and managed budget plan for successful monitoring of project cost expenditure which led
to the achievement target budget. - Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, codes, and company standards by liaising with all
relevant government authorities to obtain applicable permits, approvals, certificates, etc. - Using Fidic contract as a reference, successfully managed the project contract administration
throughout the project life, ensuring consistent conformance to project contract requirements. - Attained seamless communication and minimized interface discrepancy through coordinating
construction activities with centre managers and ensuring organized/ documented handover at
project completion. - Prepared and managed project documentation to ensure relevant project record was maintained for
archiving and ease in reference for the preparation of lessons learned. - Developed project document templates as a resourceful system for effective project management.
− Established and managed change order process and was part of the client's team for the negotiation
of variation offset leading to successful project delivery within budget. - Developed project-specific documents and relevant policies as applicable to the International Finance
Cooperation and the World Bank Group standards for project investment. - Coordinated successful handover process including identification and completion of snags works to
preparation and issuance of relevant handover documentation such as operations and maintenance
manual, As-Built designs, handover forms, practical completion certificate, etc
Assistant Project Manager and Planning Lead
Construction Kaiser Limited
Abuja
08.2013 - 12.2013
- Developed and maintained project documentation for reliable records.Launched a review of company policies, operational guidelines, and project templates with the
business strategy team in achieving a 20% improvement in project output. - Led the project planning department, in developing an effective monitoring and reporting structure
which resulted in the successful delivery of various projects across the Abuja business unit. - As planning lead, successfully trained relevant staff on the necessary use of construction planning
software e.g. Microsoft project for the execution of an efficient project. - Attained proficient relations by effectively coordinating site personnel, subcontractors, client, etc.
- Achieved successful project delivery by preparing project monitoring/ tracking tools.
- Managed reporting process for project activities/ progress and documentation of project records.
- Achieved project budget realization by developing and monitoring weekly cost projections.
- Generated weekly and monthly status reports for helpful progress tracking.
Assistant Project Manager
Courtney Michael Partnership (A C&M Contracts (Southern) Limited UK Company)
Lagos
09.2012 - 07.2013
- Planned, monitored and analyzed project costs to meet financial goals.
- Coordinated and supervised project site, and construction team.
- Achieved accurate schedule management by coordinating and liaising with Shell Petroleum's planning
personnel assigned to the project. - Managed and maintained relevant project communication processes.
- Achieved successful project delivery by preparing and monitoring project tracking tools.
Project Engineer/ Planning Engineer
Construction Kaiser Limited
Lagos
04.2010 - 08.2012
- As a project engineer, led the successful supervision of site construction and daily resource
management - Prepared project-specific communications plan to ensure effective project communication.
- Developed and distributed project reports as part of relevant documentation.
- Worked closely with the client in ensuring that the project was executed within the specified timeline.
- Developed and monitored contractor's project program using approved software planning tools.
- Worked with the project engineer and commercial department in coordinating activities of
subcontractors. - Developed method statements, HSE, and QAQC plans for project tender packages.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Building
University of Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria 02.2004 - 11.2008
Skills
Project planning and resource management
undefinedTimeline
Project Manager
7Fifteen Capital Limited
12.2021 - Current
Lead Project Manager
Africa Plus Dolphin Works
08.2018 - 11.2021
Construction Project Manager
Belac Engineering Limited
01.2017 - 08.2018
Assistant Construction Manager
Laurus Development Partner
01.2014 - 10.2016
Assistant Project Manager and Planning Lead
Construction Kaiser Limited
08.2013 - 12.2013
Assistant Project Manager
Courtney Michael Partnership (A C&M Contracts (Southern) Limited UK Company)
09.2012 - 07.2013
Project Engineer/ Planning Engineer
Construction Kaiser Limited
04.2010 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Building
University of Lagos
02.2004 - 11.2008
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