Open To Work
Olorunsola Ogundipe
Egbeda ,Lagos Nigeria
Work Preference
Summary
Results-driven construction leader skilled in project management and strategic planning. Delivered complex developments while enhancing operational efficiency and fostering collaboration. Experienced in budgeting and risk management, driving teams to achieve outstanding results and maintain compliance with quality standards.
A registered COREN Civil Engineer with diverse experience in substructure, superstructure marine and civil works with well over 23 years experience worked with about 7 different organisations as a major player in delivering several Iconic projects.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Project and CEO
Global Solatop Nigeria Ltd
Egbeda, Nigeria
11.2014 - Current
- Managed design, state approval, and construction of mixed-use development with 39 offices/shops along Ashipa Road, Ayobo Lagos, including 2 suspended floors for Mr. Eshiorahme Kojak Kelobo.
- Construction Management, quality control and supervision of a 46 room 3 suspended floor Hotel for Mr OAIKHENA JEFF JAFARU at Rufus Banjo street, Egbeda, Alimosho Local govt. Aug. 2020-Dec 2022. (THE LORD'S HOTEL)
- Oversaw project management for construction of 6 flats at Prince Kolawole Street, Anjorin Alagbado Lagos for Mr. Ayo Adegbamigbe.
- Performed load testing on two piles at Kariko Towers to assess structural integrity, contributing to project safety and compliance.
- Oversaw financial planning and budgeting processes for sustainable growth.
- Implemented operational best practices to improve efficiency across departments.
- Analyzed industry trends to inform decision-making and strategic planning efforts.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.
PROJECT/Site Engineer
Axon Engineering
Lagos, Nigeria
11.2012 - 11.2014
- Managed project timelines and facilitated communication among team members.
- Conducted site inspections to evaluate construction progress and ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Led quality assurance and quality control processes to maintain construction standards.
- Developed and implemented an inspection test plan (ITP) to ensure project quality standards were met.
- Coordinated with contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
- Established clear guidelines for construction techniques to enhance project efficiency and safety.
- Collaborated with contractors to resolve technical issues during project execution.
- Implemented design modifications based on site conditions and client feedback.
- Reviewed technical documents such as drawings, specifications, schedules. for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained accurate records of daily job activities including labor hours worked and material used.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Resolved unexpected technical difficulties and communicated solutions with clients and representatives.
- Trained junior engineers on best practices and safety protocols in the field.
- Coordinated with architects and contractors to address and resolve project design and development challenges.
Project Engineer/Project Manager
BUSINESS CONTRACTING LIMITED (BCL)
Lagos , NIGERIA
05.2010 - 11.2012
- Managed project schedules and ensured timely completion of engineering tasks.
- Collaborated with teams to develop and implement project plans effectively.
- Oversaw procurement processes and coordinated material deliveries to job sites.
- Coordinated meetings with stakeholders including clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors and other parties involved in the project.
- Monitored work performance against established milestones ensuring adherence to approved schedules.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget constraints.
- Performed quality assurance checks on all deliverables prior to submission.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness prior to construction commencement.
- Assigned tasks to personnel based on their skill sets and monitored progress to ensure timely completion.
Engineering Consultant
Amaiden Energy Nigeria Limited
Lagos, Nigeria
04.2012 - 06.2012
- Establish structural Integrity check list for Amec office complex.
- Lead the engineering assesment of the structure.
- Supervise non destructive test on structural members of the building.
- Developed technical reports detailing project findings and recommendations for stakeholders.
PROJECT MANAGER
O-RAYS ENGINEERING LIMITED
12.2008 - 04.2010
- Delivered construction of multi storey buildings and estate infrastructure
- Coordinate subcontractors
- Project planning and implementation
- Analyzed data from various sources such as surveys, interviews, focus groups. to inform decision-making related to projects.
- Coordinated resources and schedules for multiple concurrent projects.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
Civil QC Engineer
Amaiden Energy Nigeria Limited
Lagos, NG
02.2008 - 06.2008
- Conducted inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures and protocols.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve product discrepancies.
Project Site Engineer/QC Engineer
TREVI FOUNDATIONS NIGERIA LIMITED (FOUNDATION SPECIALIST)
Lagos, Nigeria
06.2002 - 10.2007
- Coordinated site activities to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Assisted in managing site safety protocols for construction operations.
- Implement inspection test plan
- Conducted pile load test and non destructive test
- Supervise the installation of piles
- Quality control of test and driven piles.
- Review QA Plans in line with ISO 9002
- Develop check list prior to start up and mobilisationtos site
- Prepare mayerial schedule and determine reorder level.
- Supervise routine equipment and machine maintenance.
- Oversee site Materials inventory.
Quality Control Engineer
BERACAH ENGINEERING SERVICES
Lagos, NG
03.2001 - 05.2002
- Conducted inspections of raw materials for quality compliance.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Supervision of metal casting
NYSC TRAINEE
CHEVRON NIGERIA LIMITED
Lagos, NG
04.2000 - 02.2001
- Follow up on JV operational documentations
- Updating bi-monthly contracting review documents
- Coordinating weekly geophysical drilling reports
- Follow up on permits on permits with DPR
- Participate in joint air travel checks on route location of permit.
- Obtained permit to survey from DPR on EGP3/Escravos EGTL project and West africa gas pipeline (WAGP)
- Coordinated materials required for TECOM meetings and OPCOM meetings with Joint venture Partners.
Industrial attache
SHELL PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
Warri, Nigeria
05.1997 - 11.1997
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to departmental objectives.
- Participate in fire drills.
Education
Master of Project Mgt. - Project Management
University of Lagos
Lagos, NIGERIA 09.2008 - 09.2010
Effective Project Management (ICPM 01) - Project Management
Comprehensive Project Management Services Ltd
Lagos, Nigeria 12.2007 - 12.2007
B.Eng. - Civil Engineering
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Kwara State, NigeriaSkills
- Project Management
- Construction Management
- Civil Engineering
- Project Estimation
- Project scheduling
- Quality management
- Risk management
- Subcontracting
- Earthworks
- Concrete
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Performance assessment
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
- Visionary leadership
- Results orientation
- Problem solving
- Negotiation
- Conflict resolution
- Risk management
Other Names
OLORUNSOLA ABIODUN
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/02/74
- Gender: MALE
- Nationality: NIGERIAN
- Marital Status: MARRIED
Awards
- National youth service corps zonal merit award.
- 1992 prefect award (Asst. Labour Prefect) Ilorin Grammar School, Ilorin
- Letter of Recommendation from SAIPEM/ALSTOM QA/QC CONSORTIUM (OKPAI INDEPENDENT POWER PROJECT DELTA STATE NIGERIA)
Proficient In
OLORUNSOLA ABIODUN
Professional Association
OLORUNSOLA ABIODUN
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Head of Project and CEO
Global Solatop Nigeria Ltd
11.2014 - Current
PROJECT/Site Engineer
Axon Engineering
11.2012 - 11.2014
Engineering Consultant
Amaiden Energy Nigeria Limited
04.2012 - 06.2012
Project Engineer/Project Manager
BUSINESS CONTRACTING LIMITED (BCL)
05.2010 - 11.2012
PROJECT MANAGER
O-RAYS ENGINEERING LIMITED
12.2008 - 04.2010
Master of Project Mgt. - Project Management
University of Lagos
09.2008 - 09.2010
Civil QC Engineer
Amaiden Energy Nigeria Limited
02.2008 - 06.2008
Effective Project Management (ICPM 01) - Project Management
Comprehensive Project Management Services Ltd
12.2007 - 12.2007
Project Site Engineer/QC Engineer
TREVI FOUNDATIONS NIGERIA LIMITED (FOUNDATION SPECIALIST)
06.2002 - 10.2007
Quality Control Engineer
BERACAH ENGINEERING SERVICES
03.2001 - 05.2002
NYSC TRAINEE
CHEVRON NIGERIA LIMITED
04.2000 - 02.2001
Industrial attache
SHELL PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
05.1997 - 11.1997
B.Eng. - Civil Engineering
University of Ilorin