EVANS E. KING MBA, PMP®, PMI-RMP®

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Career Summary

Experienced project and engineering management professional with a strong track record in the Oil & Gas, Power, Infrastructure and Manufacturing industries. Proven expertise in overseeing multiple concurrent projects from FEED and detailed design through procurement, construction, operation and maintenance. Recognized for optimizing project costs, risk management, and safety standards to improve project margins. Notable achievements include:

•Leadership of international teams in the delivery of Fossil Fuel, and Renewable Power Projects, as well as Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), Liquified Natural Gas (LNG), and Gas-to-Liquids (GTL) Projects.

•Effective Operation and Maintenance Management, including on-site construction management and engineering team leadership.

•Dedicated to staff mentoring and development, ensuring teams are equipped to excel.

•Proven P&L responsibility, successful client and governmental liaison for projects and permitting, contracts management, and EPC contractor management.

•Commitment to quality management and the enforcement of site HSE policies, maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Professional Experience

Ciuci Consulting, Lagos, Nigeria Apr. 2022 - Present

(Provider of strategic solutions for government organisations, non-governmental organisations, and leading business enterprises in Africa)

Technical Adviser (Consultant)

Provide technical, professional, expert, and advisory support by conducting asset due diligence, managing, and reviewing operations plan, handling project monitoring, evaluation and providing reporting services in relation to Sahara Power Plants in Afam (360MW Power Plant utilizing GE Gas Turbine), Omoku (150MW Power Plant utilizing GE Gas Turbines) and Trans-Amadi (100MW Power Plant utilizing GE and Solar Mars Gas Turbines) in Rivers State, Nigeria.

Carry out monthly and quarterly monitoring and inspection of the three power plants – 360MW Afam, 150MW Omoku and 100MW Trans-Amadi Power Plants and provide technical reports on their operational performances, improvement initiatives, technical projects, health & safety issues as regards the power plants, operation teams, and environmental issues.

Lagos Deep Offshore Logistics Base (LADOL), Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria Jan. 2018 – Feb. 2020

(An industrial Free Zone privately owned logistics and engineering facility located on an island in the Port of Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria providing logistics, engineering, and other support services to offshore oil & gas exploration and production companies operating in and around West Africa).

Power Plant Technical Adviser (Consultant)

Provided technical advice on project development and construction of an offshore 48MW power plant utilizing dual-fuel, reciprocating MAN-ES 6L51/60DF Engines.

Set up a project team for project development, conceptual & detailed design, planning and construction of the power plant.

Secured civil works and EPC contractors for the project including preparation and signing of contract agreements, off-take, power, and liquified natural gas (LNG) purchase agreements.

Successfully carried out factory acceptance tests on the MAN-ES 6L51/60DF Engines in Augsburg, Germany, shipment, and transportation of the Engines to site.

Global Edge Consulting Limited, Lagos, Nigeria. Apr. 2014 – Present

(An international recruitment firm specializing in the recruitment of technical and project personnel for the oil and gas industry).

Independent Project and Engineering Management Trainer (Consultant)

Provide trainings on Project Management courses [Waterfall, Scrum, Agile, PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 Methodologies] leading to PMP and other Project Management Certifications.

Provide trainings on Project Management Planning Tools [Microsoft Project 2023, Primavera P6, Microsoft Visio, and Trello].

Provide trainings Engineering and Maintenance Management Systems [Preventive, Predictive, & Condition-Based Maintenance Practices, Reliability-Centred Maintenance (RCM), and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)].

Blackrose Group, Abuja, Nigeria. Feb. 2020 - Present

(An African development and investment management firm, partnering with reputable investors to develop, invest in, and operate assets in low carbon energy transition, food security, sustainable industry, and infrastructure sectors).

Project & HSE Director

Direct all phases of gas-to-liquids projects including project development, conceptual design, FEED, project planning, and construction to handing over for operation.

Draft and negotiate framework/preliminary agreements with host – Federal and State Governments and other authorities.

Draft and negotiate land use/land lease agreements with host community and governments at various levels.

Negotiate and draft natural gas offtake agreements (GSA) with gas suppliers.

Negotiate and draft product (methanol) supply agreements (PSA) with international commodity traders and other industrial users of the methanol commodity.

Manage permitting and licensing.

Accountable for health, safety, and environmental issues as regard the gas-to-liquids projects and operations.

Accomplishments:

Successfully completed environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA), land and topology surveys for the project site within stipulated timeframe and according to international standards.

Successfully assigned project managers and completed conceptual and detailed design stages with selection of contractors for civils and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) within stipulated timeframe.

Successfully carried out HAZID and HAZOP studies for the project with a risk register developed.

Industrial Energy Operations Limited, Lagos, Nigeria. Jan. 2017 to Jan. 2020

(An independent energy solutions provider set up to meet operating challenges across the power industry in Nigeria).

Senior Vice President – Projects & Operations

Managed all capital projects within budgetary constraints, timeline, and scope, while delivering the company's strategic objectives and goals.

Had an overall responsibility and accountability for the operation and maintenance of all existing and new power and gas plants within the company's portfolio, it included monitoring of operations for efficiency and safety, ensuring all applicable regulatory requirements were followed, oversaw technical staff hiring process, training, mentoring, and coaching.

Managed profit & loss, cash flow and budget setting for all operating plants.

Provided leadership and the development of a team of project development, project managers, and technical staff, establishing strategy and best practice. Ensured work was fairly distributed throughout the team, and sourced skills to fill gaps.

Ensured effective communication both internally and externally. Developed and maintained excellent relationship with clients, and engaging in pre- and post-commissioning activities.

Liaised with the client and assessed data to ensure quality requirements were addressed, reported progress, and challenges whilst proposing corrective actions and comprehensively reports to discuss any deviations to the original plan and budget.

Ensured contractors and sub-contractors delivered according to scope of work and ensured that costs were controlled against budget and forecast.

Ensured the business complied with Health, Safety, Environment & Quality regulations, and policies and, where possible exceeded industry standards.

Interfaced with government officials and regulatory agencies for permits, concessional agreements, licensing, etc.

Coordinated the department’s personnel professional trainings and development.

Had overall responsibility for project development and construction of the following plants:

40 million standards cubic metres (SCUM) per annum natural gas compression (CNG) plant in Lagos, Nigeria.

200 t/d Liquefaction (LNG) and Compression (CNG) Natural Gas Plant in Ajaokuta, Kogi State of Nigeria.

25 MW Solar Power Renewable Energy Plant in Gusau, Zamfara State, Nigeria.

100 MW Solar Power Renewable Energy Plant in Agbaja, Kogi State, Nigeria.

Accomplishments:

Successfully managed the construction and operation of a 24 MW natural gas-fired power plant utilising compressed natural gas (CNG) as source of primary fuel. Delivered the project within stipulated timeframe, scope, & budget, and meeting stakeholders’ expectations. Also, successfully managed the construction of a 200/250 Barg standard cubic metres (SCUM) CNG downloading station at the client's site.

Secured an off-Grid Electricity Generation Licence from the Nigerian Regulatory Commission (NERC) for the operation and maintenance of the 24 MW gas-fired power plant.

Secured approval from the Nigerian Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) for the construction of the Natural Gas Compression (CNG) Downloading Station and the Natural Gas Compression (CNG) Plants in Ibeju-Lekki and Ikorodu areas of Lagos State, Nigeria respectively.

Successfully carried out an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) on the 24 MW gas-fired power plant as well as on the Natural Gas Compression (CNG) Plant.

Successfully set up an operation and maintenance (O&M) team for the operation and maintenance of the 24 MW gas-fired Power.

Carried out and concluded on pre-feasibility study for the proposed Agbaja 100MWp Solar Power Plant site, established a project SPV, acquired a project site measuring 210ha in Agbaja under a 99-year lease, entered an MOU with Kogi State Government, initiated confirmatory feasibility studies to affirm our pre-feasibility study, engaged Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) regarding an evacuation study, shortlisted equipment suppliers, project consultants, and contractors, and identify equity and debt financing partners for the project.

Aeon Industrial Power Limited Nigeria. Mar. 2015 – Dec. 2016

(An indigenous and independent power producer specializing in gas and diesel engine-based power plants for energy efficiency and renewable power generation).

Chief Operating Officer

Developed, executed, and managed the energy business plan with emphasis on operational and sales performance of new and existing power plants while working with top management team.

Developed, established, and directed execution of operating policies and procedures to support overall company policies and objectives.

Managed budget planning, revenue, expense controls, facilities, technology systems, and other operational planning.

Managed profitability and day-to-day operations and management of site and project managers.

Established and monitored performance reporting systems, tracked performance against goals, ensured site and project managers provided quality regular reports, and provided updates to top management team.

Regularly evaluated operating procedures and created centralized best practices within different sites to ensure uniform performance throughout the business.

Hired, trained, motivated, directed, coached, evaluated, and retained high performers within the business.

Accomplishments:

Successfully managed the acquisition of an existing 9MW thermal power plant in Lagos, Nigeria and setting up operating procedures and energy & fuel conservation strategies for improved profitability of the power plant from less than 20% to more than 45% in gross margin with three additional power off-takers within a period of eight months after the acquisition.

Elyterol Limited, Lagos, Nigeria Mar. 2014 – Feb. 2015

(An energy solutions company providing engineering, procurement, construction and general contracting services to oil & gas, and power companies utilizing fossil and renewable fuel sources)

Engineering & Project Director

Had an overall responsibility for all capital projects and delivery of the company’s strategic objectives and goals.

Directed the business project portfolio providing strategic direction for investment decisions.

Directed all project feasibility studies, investment appraisal, risk identification & management, project selection & development, and setting up of business case for the projects.

Supervised the overhaul and upgrade of SGT5-2000E V94.2 Siemens Gas Turbines (3 x 414MW) at the Geregu Open Cycle Gas Turbine (OCGT) Power Plant, Ajaokuta, Kogi State, Nigeria. Upgrade from 414MW to 435MW.

Carried out developmental work in the revamp of 3MW Bakolori Hydropower Plant in Zamfara State, Nigeria.

Ensured trainings and development of project managers and engineering personnel in the organisation was a priority.

Accomplishments:

Successfully set up and directed the engineering and project team/department as a startup company.

Successfully carried out feasibility studies, environmental and social impact assessments, and project development for a 40 MW coal-fired power plant in North-west Nigeria.

Led a team of project development managers – both locally and international, and an EPC contractor in setting up technical & commercial details and scope of work for the coal-fired power plant.

Supervised and successfully completed the overhaul and upgrade of SGT5-2000E V94.2 Siemens Gas Turbines at the Geregu Power Plant, Ajaokuta, Kogi State, Nigeria.

Secured approval and concessional agreements with state and federal governments’ authorities and agencies for the coal-fired power plant.

ContourGlobal, Lagos, Nigeria Mar. 2010 – Feb. 2014

(138 conventional and innovative power plants. 6,311 Megawatts overall generation with operations in 20 countries all over the world and employing over 1,489 highly skilled professionals).

Senior Project & Operations Manager

Managed power and energy projects within budgetary constraints, timeline, and scope, and delivering the company's strategic objectives and goals for the Sub-Saharan Africa region.

Managed the operation and maintenance of all new power plants within the company's portfolio in Nigeria. It included monitoring of operations for efficiency and safety, ensuring all applicable regulatory requirements were strictly followed, oversaw technical staff hire, training, mentoring, and coaching.

Managed profit & loss, cash flow and annual budget setting for all operating plants in Nigeria.

Managed projects’ feasibility studies, investment appraisal, risk identification & management, project selection & development, and setting up of business case for all projects in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Provided technical support for the development of power projects in other part of Africa.

Accomplishments:

Managed the construction of three Combined Heat and Power Plants (CHPs) in Nigeria at three different locations with total installed capacity of 22.0 MW while projects ran concurrently. Delivered the projects within budgetary constraints, timeline, & scope while meeting stakeholders' expectations.

Successfully managed the business development, construction, and operation of 750 MW Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) power plant in Nigeria. Delivering the project within budget and scope. Deviation in project timeline was well managed with effective action plans put in place to bring project back on agreed timeline.

Provided technical and operational support in the operation and maintenance of 100 MW KivuWatt power plant in Rwanda and 520 MW Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Plant in Dakar, Senegal.

Managed the project design phase, EPC contractor selection and construction quality, EPC contract compliance, and adherence to the HSE policy including site safe working procedures and local regulations.

Successfully managed all health, safety, and environmental KPIs and issues during the construction and operation phases of the power generation plants in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Successfully set up and managed the operations and maintenance team, development of standard operating and emergency shutdown procedures and maintenance schedules for the three operational power plants in Nigeria, in Lomé, Togo and Dakar, Senegal.

Managed the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Nigerian client, Gas Supply, and Purchase Agreement (GSPA) with natural gas supplier and securing off-grid electricity power generation licence for the power plants.

Set up and managed monthly P&L, cash flow and annual budget setting for the three operational power plants in Nigeria.

National Highways, Manchester, England, United Kingdom Sept. 2008 – Feb. 2010

(Formerly the Highways Agency and later Highways England, is a government-owned company charged with operating, maintaining, and improving motorways and major A roads in England).

Project Manager

Managed capital and road maintenance projects in the Northwest of England.

Developed and maintained strong collaborative relationships with the Programme Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Board, and other key internal and external stakeholders, to ensure full mutual understanding of the projects’ strategic and delivery objectives, to report on and review project performance, and to agree solutions that resolve complex issues.

Complied with National Highways Portfolio, Programme and Project Management System (P3MS), Clarifying roles and responsibilities within the project delivery team, creating high quality baseline management products, producing timely and accurate reports, and creating and maintaining specified records.

Designed, and implemented project plans, to ensure that all activities are appropriately organised to deliver project objectives, are appropriately resourced to deliver the required outcomes, and comply with P3MS and locally defined procedures.

Oversaw feasibility, design, and assessment work for proposed projects, to inform the development of business cases and investment proposals. (applicable to pre-construction).

Contributed to the development of robust business cases, to clarify business benefits, quantify resource requirements and identify project inter-dependencies.

Accomplishments:

Successfully managed the project development process leading to the award of £85.5 million major maintenance project involving on-line strengthening and maintenance of M53 Bidston Moss Viaduct located between Mersey Travel and the Wirral Council in the Northwest of the United Kingdom to an EPC contractor.

Cadbury Mar. 2003 – Aug. 2008

(Cadbury, formerly Cadbury’s and Cadbury Schweppes, is a British multinational confectionery company owned by Mondelez International since 2010).

Engineering Project Manager

Managed capital engineering and site maintenance projects within the budgetary constraints, scope, timeline, and meeting stakeholders’ expectations.

Ensured assigned projects comply with the company’s HSEQ regulations and policies during execution.

Overall responsibility for training and development of project’s personnel in the organisation.

Accomplishments:

Successfully managed the construction and commissioning of £15 million power plant in Cadbury Nigeria comprising 1 x 3.970MW Wartsila Multi-Fuel 9L32GD Generator and 2 x 10 Tons/hr. Steam Boilers and balance of plant.

Successfully managed the construction and commissioning of £12.6 million combined heat and power (CHP) plant project in Cadbury Adams, Alexandria, Egypt with installation and commissioning of 2 x 5.75MW Solar dual-fuel Turbines, 2 x 17.5 tons/hr. Waste Heat Recovery Boilers (WHRBs), 1 x 400 kVA, Black Start Generator, 2 x Natural Gas Compressors and New Vacuum 11kV Switchgears.

Competencies & Skills

Excellent Communication (Oral & Written) skills, Interpersonal & Leadership skills, Team & Time Management skills, Negotiation & Delegation skills, Personal Organisation, Risk & Contract Management skills, Cost Control and Scheduling, Quality Management, Critical thinking & Complex Problem Solving skills, Judgement & Decision Making skills, Competency in Engineering, Project & Construction Management, Feasibility Study & Conceptual Design, and Front End Engineering Design (FEED), Competency in Microsoft Office & Project applications, Competency in Primavera 6 Project Management Enterprise applications. Health, Safety, and Environment management.

Education

MBA (Finance & Investment Specialization)

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Kaduna, Nigeria.

Masters-level PGD. Engineering Project Management

University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom.

BSc. Mechanical Engineering

University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos, Nigeria.

09/2020

09/2009

08/1991

Professional Membership & Certifications

Corporate Member Project Management Institute (PMI), USA.

Corporate Member Association for Project Management (APM), UK.

Corporate Member International Association of Project Managers (IAPM), EU, Germany.

Corporate Member International Academy of Project Management (IAPM), USA.

Member Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), UK.

Member Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Nigeria.

Registered Engineer with Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), Nigeria.

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), USA. Sept. 2008.

Certified Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP), USA. July 2015.

Certified Disciplined AgileScrum Master (DASM) Certification.

Certified PRINCE2 Project Management Professional.

NEBOSH Certificate in International Health & Safety Management, UK. Feb. 2013 NEBOSH National Certificate in Environmental Management, UK. Dec. 2013.

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