KINGSLEY KARIKA
Ughelli
Summary
Experienced construction tradesman with over 8 years in bricklaying, masonry, concrete work, formwork, and carpentry across diverse projects. Delivered projects ahead of schedule while adhering to quality and safety standards. Committed to teamwork, with a strong focus on detail and successful management of tight deadlines. Aiming to leverage site expertise in the Canadian construction sector.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter / Formwork Worker
Omar's Royal Company Nigeria Ltd
Ughelli
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Built and installed timber formwork for concrete slabs, drainage structures, and other cast-in-place elements, ensuring accurate dimensions and secure assembly.
- Measured, cut, and assembled timber components to meet required formwork dimensions, levels, alignment, and structural specifications.
- Supported construction of 21 km concrete road as part of 36-member team, focusing on formwork installation and material preparation to ensure project progress.
- Completed road construction tasks one week ahead of schedule by coordinating tasks and optimising material use.
- Coordinated receipt and storage of incoming site materials and deliveries, ensuring availability for ongoing construction activities.
Bricklayer / Mason / Concrete Worker
Custodian Energy and Logistics Ltd
Port Harcourt
05.2017 - 11.2022
- Executed bricklaying, masonry, concrete placement, plastering, rendering, and foundation work across multiple active project sites, ensuring project timelines and quality standards were met.
- Supported concrete, blockwork, plastering, and formwork activities for 58-room, two-storey hotel construction project, contributing to completion of major construction milestones.
- Completed assigned construction tasks up to 12 days ahead of schedule while maintaining required workmanship standards.
Education
NVQ Level 1 - Bricklaying/Masonry
Trade Test Certificate Health and Safety Training
Ughelli Delta Nigeria 01-2024
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) -
Iguediaken Grammar School
Benin City, Nigeria01-2010
Skills
- Carpentry & Timber Formwork
- Masonry & Concrete Work
- Bricklaying & Block Laying
- Concrete Placement
- Foundation Construction
- Road Construction
- Structural Construction
- Construction Tools & Equipment
- Safety Awareness
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Task Prioritisation
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Physical stamina
Languages
English
Certification
- [Area of certification] certified Bricklayer / Mason / Concrete / Carpenter / Formwork Worker
Accomplishments
- Completed major construction projects involving blockwork, masonry, concrete work, plastering, carpentry, and formwork.
- Contributed to the construction of residential buildings, including a two-storey hotel project with 58 rooms.
- Worked with construction teams to complete projects ahead of schedule.
- Helped construct approximately 21 km of concrete road as part of a construction team.
- Reduced material wastage by using construction materials carefully and efficiently.
- Built strong practical experience in masonry, bricklaying, concrete work, carpentry, and formwork over many years.
- Maintained attention to safety and quality standards while working on construction projects.
Hobbies and interests
- Music
- Reading
- Watching Football
Timeline
Carpenter / Formwork Worker
Omar's Royal Company Nigeria Ltd
01.2023 - 12.2025
Bricklayer / Mason / Concrete Worker
Custodian Energy and Logistics Ltd
05.2017 - 11.2022
NVQ Level 1 - Bricklaying/Masonry
Trade Test Certificate Health and Safety Training
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) -
Iguediaken Grammar School