Vera Ezebuenyi

• Managing changes expertly by gathering requirements, adjusting plans, monitoring completion and building strong and lasting relationship
• Handled over 10 project planning work to lay strong foundation for success, including preparing contracts, schedules, and deliverables information
• Directing project resources to accomplish project tasks and maintain control over projects
• Monitoring activities and implemented corrective actions to achieve KPIs and developing methods to analyze project management and project delivery risks
• Assigning qualified team members and allocated labor to foster project success
• Assisting in planning and implementation of projects
• Obtaining and analyzed basic reporting metrics
• Keeping team members on track with regular in-person or remote meetings
• Leveraging project management software to provide continuous updates and accountability
• Monitoring work and addressed deficiencies to resolve problems and maintain project progress
• Mentoring and coached project management resources and others to increase understanding of methodology, tools and capabilities

Roles:

• Project Planning:
• Developed comprehensive project plan, including timelines, resource allocation, and deliverables for data capturing and physical numbering initiative
• Team Management; Recruited, train, and lead team of over 20 field workers responsible for capturing data, conducting biometric verification, and assigning physical numbers to businesses
• Coordinate and supervise field operations, ensuring that team follows established procedures, meets project objectives, and adheres to data quality standards
• Data Collection and Entry; Oversaw accurate and efficient capturing and entering of data related to businesses, including relevant biometric information and physical numbering
• Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures to ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of captured data and physical numbering assignments.
• Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety
• Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives
• Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects
• Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance
• Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance

• Volunteer Assistance Offered (During COVID-19), Facilitator for Vulnerable Group project during construction of 20 units Lockup Shops, borehole, stanchion tank, 4 VIP Toilets, Reticulation, Electrical works and fencing to completion and hand over for period of 6 weeks amidst COVID -19 from 30th March to 13th May 2020, with adherence to all COVID - 19 protocols
• Project Facilitator overseeing construction project for vulnerable group, roles involved various responsibilities related to managing project and ensuring its successful completion
• Roles and tasks that was responsible for:
• Project Planning and Coordination:
• Developed detailed project plan, including timelines, resources, and deliverables
• Scheduled detailed project plan, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, taking into account six-week timeframe and COVID-19 protocols
• Coordinated with architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution
• Monitor progress, track milestones, and adjust plan as needed
• Budgeting and Cost Management:
• Prepare and manage project budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions
• Monitor expenses, control costs, and negotiate contracts with vendors
• Implemented cost-saving measures without compromising quality and safety
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation:
• Identified potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies, conducted regular site inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards and addressed any safety concerns promptly, including adherence to COVID-19 protocols
• Stakeholder Management: Maintained regular communication with project stakeholders, such as Chidindu vulnerable group, community representatives, and government officials
• Addressed any concerns or requests from stakeholders, provided progress updates and address any questions or issues raised
• Procurement and Material Management: Identified and sourced necessary construction materials, equipment, and supplies, managed procurement processes, including vendor selection and negotiation and ensured timely delivery of materials to construction site
• Quality Control: Developed and implemented quality control measures to ensure compliance with construction standards and specifications, conducted regular inspections to verify quality of workmanship and materials and addressed any non-compliance issues and ensure corrective actions are taken
• Construction Supervision: Monitored construction progress, ensuring compliance with specifications, quality standard, and local building codes, coordinated with contractors and site supervisors to address any issues or delays
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintained accurate project documentation, including contracts, permits, and approvals, prepared regular progress reports, documenting milestones achieved and any challenges faced
• Ensured all project records are properly organized and maintained for future reference
• COVID-19 Protocol, Health and Safety Compliance: Ensured that all construction activities adhere to necessary health and safety regulations, with specific attention to COVID-19 protocols
• This includes monitoring hygiene practices, social distancing, and use of PPE on-site, implemented and enforced strict adherence to COVID-19 protocols as per local regulations and guidelines
• Provided necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) to workers and ensure its proper usage
• Implemented social distancing measures, regular sanitization, and health screenings at construction site.