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Victor Ekpenyong
Civil Engineer
Lagos,LA
Summary
Qualified Civil Engineer with Number years of experience working in various capacities to complete construction engineering tasks. Expert in directing workflow of earth and concrete works, underground utility installations and green and brownfield project demolitions. Proven success in identifying and addressing challenges to complete projects on-time and under budget. Applies cost-saving strategies without sacrificing practicality and quality. Manages large projects and teams to meet milestones and exceed quality expectations. Experienced Civil Engineer with demonstrated record of achievement in senior management role. Successfully solved difficult problems that required adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Results-oriented Civil Engineer, highly skilled at design, drafting, cost estimation and presentations. Excellent public speaking and teamwork skills. High interest in municipal infrastructure. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Civil Engineer
Tactical Consult Ltd
Lagos , Lagos
04.2007 - Current
- Managed quality assurance and laboratory testing for concreting operations.
- Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing.
- Developed and implemented solutions to maintain and improve client infrastructure at existing sites.
- Monitored execution of contract work for compliance with design plans and specifications.
- Conferred with engineering staff and other personnel to identify and resolve problems with design or implementation.
- Performed maintenance tasks on urban systems, power plants and infrastructure.
- Studied traffic patterns and environmental conditions to determine optimal building and construction specifications.
- Computed resource quantities and requirements to give customers accurate price estimates.
- Acted as primary point of contact for commercial clients and vendors.
- Collaborated with civil technicians to gather project equipment and update maps, drawings, and blueprints.
- Developed blueprints and designs for existing structure remodeling projects.
- Performed routine training and attended special events to enhance job knowledge and skills.
- Managed and participated in on-site cutovers, testing and restoration of facilities.
- Analyzed data and used computer simulations to model and test design concepts.
- Produced precise technical specifications and data sheets.
- Estimated materials costs and sourcing requirements for project feasibility.
- Identified and resolved potential structural issues.
- Reviewed calculations and analytical data to maintain accuracy of technical reports.
- Reviewed and assisted in performing technical bid analysis.
- Facilitated construction by mapping out utility installations and establishing reference points, grades and elevations.
- Assisted in bidding process by providing for on-site inspections and preparing take-offs.
- Displayed strong communication and interpersonal skills while visiting clients, jobsites and consultant offices to support project and business development needs.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements for water quality protection.
- Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
- Tested soils and materials to determine foundation strength.
- Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
- Performed construction observation and took soil samples.
- Drafted and reviewed construction schedules, environmental impact studies and project designs.
- Acted as contact for client's communication with field personnel.
- Computed load and grade requirements, material stress factors and water flow rates to determine design specifications.
Site Supervisor
Interkel Nig. Ltd.
Lagos , Lagos
01.2005 - 04.2007
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Initiated onsite safety program and properly trained team members to decrease injuries.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
- Provided onsite training to help develop employee skills.
- Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Enhanced communication between construction management and personnel to facilitate smooth project completion.
- Assisted managers in interviewing and selecting new workers.
- Guided employees and contractors in task completion, offering assistance to meet tight deadlines.
- Liaised with subcontractors regarding work progress.
- Prioritized and delegated workload based on available materials.
- Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
- Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
- Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays, and causes.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
Education
Senior School Certificate Examination - General Education
Government Technical College
Abak 09.1988 - 07.1993
Advanced Diploma - Project Management
Project Management College
London, UK 09.2012 - 09.2013
National Diploma - Civil Engineering
Lagos State Polytechnic
Ikorodu, Lagos 05.2000 - 09.2003
Higher National Diploma - Civil Engineering
Lagos State Polytechnic
Ikorodu, Lagos 06.2003 - 09.2005
Skills
MATLAB knowledge
Construction management
2D and 3D modeling
Stress analysis tools
Proficiency in concrete construction
Permit applications and laws
Municipal design
AutoCAD proficiency
Structural analysis
Stormwater management
Estimation accuracy
Material cost projection
Commercial and residential planning
Cement and pavement
Microsoft Excel, Project and Visio
Superior time management
Design computations
Load requirement analysis
Civil engineering
Cost estimates
Public Relations
Project management experience
Geometric dimensioning
Public works
Land development
Electrical components competency
Reading spreadsheets
Drainage design
Construction site management
Infrastructure management
Building code compliance
Interpreting blueprints
Technical reports
Microsoft Office Suite
Project Management
Hazardous waste management
GEOPAK Civil Engineering Suite
Material handling system techniques
Oral presentations
Highly skilled in 3D and 2D
Design instruction creation
Site layout
Budgeting
Staff Management
Transportation design
Drafting
Accomplishments
- Forecasted project costs for houses, urbanization and condominiums for a residential project composed of Number houses.
- Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of Number staff members.
- Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
- Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
- Oversaw large-scale mixed-use, commercial, retail, industrial, institutional and residential development projects.
- Managed Number EIT I technicians and administrative staff on Number projects.
Software
Certification
Chartered professional Projects Manager
Interests
Interest in Siesmic analysis and design
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There’s no shortage of remarkable ideas, what’s missing is the will to execute them.
Seth Godin
Timeline
Member Nigeria Association of Technologists in Engineering
06-2022
Chartered professional Projects Manager
12-2021
NEBOSH
03-2018
Institute of Safety Professional of Nigeria
03-2015
Advanced Diploma - Project Management
Project Management College
09.2012 - 09.2013
Civil Engineer
Tactical Consult Ltd
04.2007 - Current
Site Supervisor
Interkel Nig. Ltd.
01.2005 - 04.2007
Higher National Diploma - Civil Engineering
Lagos State Polytechnic
06.2003 - 09.2005
National Diploma - Civil Engineering
Lagos State Polytechnic
05.2000 - 09.2003
Senior School Certificate Examination - General Education
Government Technical College
09.1988 - 07.1993