Oswald Okpala
Katampe, FCT Abuja.,Nigeria
Summary
Experienced professional with expertise in soil testing and geotechnical lab procedures, project management, and structural analysis. Proficient in computer-aided design (Civil 3D) and computer literacy, complemented by strong organizational skills. Adept at managing complex projects efficiently, aiming to leverage technical skills and project management experience to contribute to innovative civil engineering solutions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Graduate intern
Ministry of works and housing
Mabushi, FCT Abuja.
02.2026 - Current
Intern – Bridge Construction
Ministry of Works and Transport, Ebonyi State
Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Participated in the supervision and documentation of a 22-span overhead bridge and underpass construction project
- Gained hands-on experience in site coordination and structural layout interpretation
- Supported foundation works, including piling and substructure construction
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations on-site
- Assisted engineers in reviewing reinforcement detailing and concrete specifications
Intern – Quality Control Laboratory
Ministry of Works and Transport, Ebonyi State
Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Learned basic geotechnical lab procedures and reporting standard
- Conducted laboratory tests on soil, aggregates, and concrete to determine material properties
- Assisted in concrete testing including slump and compressive strength tests
- Operated and maintained laboratory testing equipment
- Reduced reporting errors by organizing lab data in structured Excel sheets
Intern – Bridge Construction
Ministry of Works and Transport, Ebonyi State
Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Supported the construction of a 12-span overhead bridge
- Observed site safety practices and contributed to daily reporting tasks
- Gained practical understanding of bridge components and load distribution systems
- Collaborated effectively with site engineers and construction teams
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) - Civil Engineering
Afe Babalola University
Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State 10.2020 - 06.2025
Skills
- Soil testing and geotechnical lab procedures
- Project Management
- Computer Literacy
- Organizational skills
- Structural Analysis
- Computer-aided Design (Civil 3D)
PROJECTS
Exploiting Alumina cement for assessing the Flexural strength of concrete at a high temperature
Languages
English
Fluent
Certification
Project Management Professional Certification
Health, Safety and Environment Management Certifiation
Human Resource Management Certification
Customer Service and Relationship Management Certification
Affiliations
- football
Timeline
Graduate intern
Ministry of works and housing
02.2026 - Current
Intern – Bridge Construction
Ministry of Works and Transport, Ebonyi State
03.2024 - 09.2024
Intern – Quality Control Laboratory
Ministry of Works and Transport, Ebonyi State
06.2023 - 09.2023
Intern – Bridge Construction
Ministry of Works and Transport, Ebonyi State
07.2022 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) - Civil Engineering
Afe Babalola University
10.2020 - 06.2025