JAMES OLUWOLE
Management Consultant
Agbara,Ogun
Summary
Accomplished management professional and Electrical Engineer with over 35 years of experience in the Nigerian Navy managing operations, personnel, training, research, and development field. Possess a strong aptitude for innovative constructions, bringing valuable experience from sustainable housing systems development and logistics management background. Demonstrated ability to enhance personal and organizational excellence and transform difficult situations into the potential for advancement. Proven expertise in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and establishing quality standards spanning multiple projects and time frames from pre-construction to completion. Consistently exceed performance expectations through material and trade coordination, compliance control, and the establishment of partnerships with local officials, vendors, and subcontractors. Capable of leading teams to accomplish challenging goals focused on execution, efficiency, and achievement of outstanding results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Group Managing Director
Navy Holdings Limited
Abuja
01.2015
- Promoted productive partnership with United Nations Habitat and Shelter Afrique for a construction project to provide affordable housing facilities for Navy personnel and civilians under the mortgage financing scheme
- Established risk management strategies and evaluated all projects for effective planning and implementation.
Director of Research and Development
Naval Headquarters
Abuja
01.2014
- Facilitated the implementation of sustainable and innovative design for the affordable housing for barracks development and the Post Service Housing Scheme, which led to a significant reduction in the cost of production for the Nigerian Navy
- Utilized sustainable initiative through direct labour at the Nigerian Navy Barracks in managing a construction project of 100 units houses including Single Rooms, One Bedroom, 2 Bedrooms, and 3 bedrooms within 7 months
- Contributed to research & development efforts by developing a novel biological enzyme stabilizer to reduce the embodied carbon of the compressed earth block (CEB) and enhancing the green rating of the existing CEB houses
- Provided creative solutions that aided the Nigerian Navy in gaining access to the African Development Bank's (AfDB) Green Climate Fund (GCF) to finance its affordable housing project
- Worked with a team of researchers from the department of biochemistry at Federal University Oye-Ekiti on a preliminary assessment of alginate content and biochemical constituents in Nigerian coastal shoreline seaweeds.
Commander of Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) VICTORY
Nigerian Navy
01.2013
- Drove the 'Daily Patrol Is Control' strategy, which helped reduce the number of attacks and harassments against seafarers operating between Nigeria, Cameroon, and Equatorial Guinea
- Conducted efficient operations that led to recognition and commendation from the Cameroonian Government for securing the Nigerian-Cameroonian sea lane of communication and trade route.
Chairman & CEO
Ipile Earth Synergy Construction Ltd
Abuja
01.2018 - Current
- Strategically supervise the entire logistics for the construction work, such as housing units, and formulate appropriate strategies while maintaining company compliance
- Manage and direct all aspects of the construction company's operations, including daily commercial activities, and ensures that goals and objectives are met
- Lead construction marketing initiatives and oversee the company's sales promotion and sales-based transaction systems to monitor and execute contracts efficiently
- Foster client and colleague relationships, follow up on inbound leads, and target clients to maximize profits and drive sales.
Chief of Logistics
Naval Headquarters, Nigerian Navy
Abuja
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Led the command, control, and administration of the entire units under the logistic department of the Nigerian Navy
- Improved supply, due processes of procurement, and material redundancy through continuous input regarding currently in-use material to ensure a stable resource of available parts
- Planned and implemented improvements to internal and external logistics systems and processes.
Flag Officer Commanding
Headquarters, Eastern Naval Command
Essien Town, Calabar
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Commanded, controlled, and administered all units under command
- Monitored compliance and executed the Nigerian Navy headquarters' operational policies
- Maintained the conduct of patrols and operations in support of the Nigerian Navy's peacetime and wartime responsibilities
- Consistently ensured that anti-bunkering, anti-piracy, and anti-smuggling patrols were carried out within my command area.
Director of Naval Signals (DNS)
Naval Headquarters, Nigerian Navy
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Completely reformed and restored the Naval Communication Conference which was focused on influencing decisions that have greatly impacted naval ICT development
- Oversaw the design and implementation of the Nigerian Navy VHF/HF Network across the 3 naval commands, Eastern Naval Command - Central Naval Command - Western Naval Command.
Education
Advanced Communication Skill Programme - undefined
Lausanne, Switzerland Europe
Masters in International Relations and Strategic Studies - undefined
Lagos State University, Ojo
B.Sc. Electronics Electrical Engineering - undefined
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
Diploma in Telecom Engineering - undefined
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State
Skills
Construction Management
Project Management
Administrative Management
Engineering Management
Research & Development
Reporting and Doc
Operations Management
Quality Assurance
Training
Strategic Planning
Logistics Management
Communications
Solid, persuasive, and genuine communication, interpersonal, facilitation, and relationship-building skills
Excellent analytical and writing skills and an ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve objectives
Excellent understanding of Compressed Earth Brick (CEB)Technology for providing a social and economical housing system
Exceptional leadership quality and ability to handle pressure in a challenging environment
Consistently ensures adherence to the health, safety, and security standards and protocols
Possess excellent organisation and time management skills to perform multiple tasks and on tight timelines
Excellent at applying standard process information, innovative approaches, and procedures to resolve various issues
Proficient in utilising Information Technology in work performance, including Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
Higher Defence and Management Course - National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies, Jos
Careerachievements
- Championed construction of the affordable housing units for Nigerian Navy personnel, forming partnerships with Navy Holdings Limited, United Nations Habitat, and Shelter Afrique.
- Effectively in the company.
- Spearheaded the R&D innovation and stabilization of laterite soil with about 10% cement for producing low embodied carbon compressed earth bricks building material that is sustainable and adequate. And successfully and effectively managed and supervised the day-to-day logistics for the construction of 350 housing units of an affordable housing project at the Nigerian Navy Barracks, Kuje, and Calabar.
- Designed and masterminded the creation of a Nigerian Navy Cryptographic Messaging System to protect classified messages.
Leadershipandvolunteeringexperience
- Commanded Nigerian Navy Ship ARADU (the nation's Flagship)
- Commanded Nigeria Navy Ship NWAMBA
- Military Observer - United Nations Verification Mission in Angola
- Instructor, Communication School - Nigerian Navy Ship Quorra
- Directing Staff - The Armed Forces Command and Staff College Jaji, Kaduna
- Chairman and Member of Several Committees - Naval Headquarters and Tri-Service Levels
Membership
- Member Nigerian Society of Engineers (MNSE)
- Member of National Institute (mni) - Nigerian Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Nigeria
- Fellow Nigerian Institute of Shipping (FNIS)
- Fellow Occupational Safety and Health Association (FOSHA)
Awards
- UN Medal - The United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM II)
- Forces Service Star (FSS)
- Meritorious Service Star (MSS)
- Distinguished Service Star (DSS)
- Grand Service Star (GSS)
- Passed Staff Course Dagger (psc+)
- Command at Sea Badge
Timeline
Chairman & CEO
Ipile Earth Synergy Construction Ltd
01.2018 - Current
Chief of Logistics
Naval Headquarters, Nigerian Navy
01.2017 - 01.2018
Flag Officer Commanding
Headquarters, Eastern Naval Command
01.2016 - 01.2017
Group Managing Director
Navy Holdings Limited
01.2015
Director of Research and Development
Naval Headquarters
01.2014
Commander of Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) VICTORY
Nigerian Navy
01.2013
Director of Naval Signals (DNS)
Naval Headquarters, Nigerian Navy
01.2010 - 01.2013
Advanced Communication Skill Programme - undefined
Lausanne, Switzerland Europe
Masters in International Relations and Strategic Studies - undefined
Lagos State University, Ojo
B.Sc. Electronics Electrical Engineering - undefined
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
Diploma in Telecom Engineering - undefined
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State