Toluwanimi Obashoto
Lagos, Nigeria
Summary
Professional in the built environment industry with experience in construction management. Proficient in interior and exterior design, with strong organizational and communication skills. Experienced in leading project teams and coordinating tasks to ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards. And most importantly, meeting clients' expectations.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Project Supervisor
Prestigious Homes Limited
Lekki, Lagos
2025.11 - 2026.06
- Oversaw all day-to-day site operations of a 24-flat residential project, interior and exterior.
- Handled complex project challenges to keep work on track and within designated timelines.
- Maintained a clean, organised job site which increased worker productivity and morale.
- Coordinated logistics, ensuring smooth operations on site.
- Supervised work of contractors and subcontractors to achieve targets against deadlines.
- Established a positive working environment, encouraging team collaboration.
- Facilitated regular site meetings for streamlined communication among staff and contractors.
- Enforced quality procedures for all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities.
- Implemented strict health and safety regulations for continued compliance with site requirements.
- Reviewed plans and specifications during pre-construction phase to identify potential risks and technical constraints.
- Reported on progress, problems and information requirements.
Program Manager
MentalSpace Foundation Africa
Lagos, Nigeria
2022.10 - 2025.11
- Launched the foundation with the team leaders and stakeholders.
- Organized a major virtual event with an impressive turnout by supervising the social media team during campaigns to improve online presence and awareness.
- Facilitated communication by encouraging interactions between members through WhatsApp groups, Zoom meetings, and outings.
- Scheduled meetings with stakeholders and ensured the cooperation of stakeholders.
- Planned projects and events by creating annual calendars and monitoring their execution.
Teaching Assistant
First Kaz Private Schools
Ikorodu, Lagos
2021.12 - 2022.11
- Initiated after-school lessons that improved students’ performances three months after implementation.
- Collaborated with teachers to create a learning environment that catered to the needs of struggling students.
- Supervised classes of high school students; ensured students adhered to protocols during examinations.
- Developed curriculums and lesson plans with the head of the department within 7-14 days of resumption.
Landscape Design Trainee
PlusArchitect Maolas Consult
Ikorodu, Lagos
2021.09 - 2021.11
- Assisted the team director from concept to execution.
- Responsible for the completion of cad drawings.
- Ensured the delivery of projects on or before the deadline.
- Regular site visits and follow-ups on completed projects.
Education
Botany -
Lagos State University
Ojo, LagosEnvironmental Design -
University of Lagos
Akoka, LagosInterior Decoration -
Inter-Bau Foundation for Women and Youth
Lagos 2025.08 - 2026.02
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Health, Safety and Education
- Entrepreneurship
- Project Management
- Gender Diversity and Inclusion
- Work-Life Balance
- Self Defence
- Planning and design
- Progress reporting
- MS Office proficient
- Interior and exterior construction
- Quality assurance and control
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Site inspection proficiency
- Construction software utilisation
Certification
- Inter-Bau Foundation Construction Soft Skills Training
- NABTEB Interior Decoration
- Timber and Caliber project management, HR, Digital marketing
- Jobberman Softskills Training
- LUDI gender inclusive planning and design
- Udemy AutoCAD for Landscape Design
- Lagos State Government Agency for Mass Education Event Decoration
- Dammiehan Event Planning
Languages
English
Fluent
Yoruba
Native
Pidgin English
Fluent
Timeline
Project Supervisor
Prestigious Homes Limited
2025.11 - 2026.06
Interior Decoration -
Inter-Bau Foundation for Women and Youth
2025.08 - 2026.02
Program Manager
MentalSpace Foundation Africa
2022.10 - 2025.11
Teaching Assistant
First Kaz Private Schools
2021.12 - 2022.11
Landscape Design Trainee
PlusArchitect Maolas Consult
2021.09 - 2021.11
Botany -
Lagos State University
Environmental Design -
University of Lagos