TAOFEEK OLAWALE LAWAL

(QUANTITY SURVEYOR)

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SUMMARY Seasoned Quantity Surveyor with over 16 years commercial management experience acquired working on multi-value projects including aviation, rail, road, high-rise buildings and utilities. My valuable experience has been gained in a demanding and challenging work environment where I developed the enthusiasm for hard work, self-motivation, working under pressure and to tight deadlines. I am Seeking to bring a comprehensive skill set to contribute to the success of construction projects through effective cost control and financial management. SKILLS • Cost Estimation

• Quantity Surveying

• Budget Management

• Contract Administration

• Financial Reporting

• Risk Management

• Communication Skills.

• Time Management

• Attention to Detail

• Problem-Solving

• Negotiation Skills

• Cost Control Strategies

• Contract Negotiation

• Knowledge of FIDIC Contracts

• Up-to-Date Industry Knowledge

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EXPERIENCE Quantity Surveyor, October/2020 – December/2023 Construction Development Company W.L.L (CDC QATAR) Project Name: Construction of Cargo Bridging Facility and AVI - HIAEP 0063 Value: USD 130 Million

Client: MATAR

Duration: Nov 2021 – Dec 2023.

Project Description: These facilities cover material handling system, animal holding and handling, Government Agency stakeholders' offices, short term warehousing space, office space, customer service offices, ablution and prayer are utility services, roads, fencing, existing site survey and required service relocations and other common infrastructure as in accompanying. Project Name: Construction of St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat: Hotel and Residences Oman Value: USD 220 Million

Client: Alfardan Hotels & Resorts LLC

Duration: Oct 2020 – Dec 2021.

Project Description: The Works comprise of the construction, completion, and rectification of defects of the proposed 5-Star Beach Hotel and Branded Residences (1B+G+4F & 5F) at Al Mouj, Muscat, Oman

Project Name: Construction of Five Star Hotel Apartments and Residences at Marsa Arabia Qatar

Value: USD 410 Million

Client: Marsa Arabia Resort

Duration: Oct 2020 – April 2021.

Project Description: Located on the Marsa Arabia Island at The Pearl Qatar's Porto Arabia, Marsa Arabia Resort. The Project is a 5-star Hotel & Residence with resort amenities on a total built-up area of 157,000 m2, offering views of the crystal-blue Persian Gulf, the Porto Arabia Residences and the Porto Arabia gateway.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead in the preparation of variation orders and Claims.

• Liaise with the client, client representatives and other 3rd parties on commercial issues.

• Take the lead role in the procurement and management of sub-contractor packages.

• Preparation of BOQ by taking off from the contract documents (design drawings, specifications etc.) and estimating the expected total cost of the project.

• Review and certify the subcontractor invoices by verifying the quantities from the project site to confirm that work has been done as agreed in the contract.

• Preparation of interim payment applications, liaise with the subcontractors and consultant to ensure all supporting documents are provided and securing client’s approval.

• Monitor the subcontractor Works and activities performed on the project site to maximize efficiencies, and avoid delaying the work.

• Evaluating and assessing the received proposal from different vendors, preparing the reports/comparison, and recommending the vendors based on assessment.

• Reviewing and approving subcontractor’s work estimates, change order requests and invoices for accuracy.

• Monitoring actual vs contractual quantities by visiting the project site and properly coordinating with the Project team to verify the quantities according to the actual site progress.

• Conducted accurate cost estimations for multiple high-value construction projects, ensuring adherence to allocated budgets and financial efficiency. Quantity Surveyor /Cost Control Engineer, April/2010 - October/2020 Societe d' Enterprise & De Gestion W.L.L (SEG QATAR) Project Name: Construction of Boulevard Mall Al Kheesa Value: USD 200 Million

Client: Barwa Bank Qatar

Duration: Aug 2014 – October 2020.

Project Description: Construction of Boulevard Mall (QR 730Million). The Mall's total built-up area is 182,000 square meters and includes a hypermarket, cinema and family entertainment center.

Project Name: Audit Bureau Twin Tower at West Bay (3B + G+ 31 & 3B+G+30) Value: USD 180 Million

Client: State Audit Bureau (Qatar Government)

Duration: Feb, 2012 to Nov, 2016.

Project Description: This project consists of two towers to be constructed on a site of 8,132 square meters in the West Bay area of Doha. Tower A is a 31 storey office structure with a total built up area of 57,772 square meters. Tower B is a 30 storey residential structure with a total built up area of 32,923 square meters. Parking for the towers is accommodated in the four level basements beneath Tower A, and three level basements beneath Tower B Project Name: Ras Laffan Emergency and Safety College-EPIC (Oil & Gas-Buildings &Infra) Value: USD 466 Million

Client: Qatar Petroleum (QP)

Duration: Oct, 2010 to July, 2014.

Project Description: EPIC of Ras Laffan Safety and Emergency College. The college covers 1million square meter and able to stipulate 35 training Props including emergency at a Petrochemical factory, a shipping incident and car crash, with capacity of 250 students and 150 staffs.

Project Name: Ras Laffan Nakilat Ship Repair Yard, Qatar. (Oil & Gas-Building & Infra) Value: USD 233 Million

Client: Qatar Petroleum

Duration: April 2010 - Sept, 2010

Project Description: This facility was designed for the repair of very large LNG carriers and a very wide range of other vessels as well as conversion of Tankers to floating Production. The 43 Hectares of ship Repair Yard built on Reclaimed land includes facilities for fabrication of structures for offshore oil and Gas industries. The project consist of both Internal and External works, Underground Utilities (HV&LV, Portable water Line, Sewage systems, fire Fighting system) Foundations, Fence, Roads(Concrete and Asphalt Pavement works) Lighting poles foundations, Protection slabs and Gates. etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for controlling and monitoring project total expenditures to ensure that all project expenditures are captured, properly recorded and kept within the project budget.

• Managed the accumulation of historical cost data, construction procedures and methods in order to maintain current estimating standards and data bases.

• Conducted detailed analysis of materials, labor costs and other associated expenses to ensure accuracy of project costs.

• Establish and implement the Cost Break down Structure to ensure utmost clarity in project cost control at any stage of the project.

• Prepare and discuss the budgeted, planned, actual costs of project activities on monthly basis with the related Project Leads to ensure execution of the project within the budgeted cost.

• Manages material take-offs on the most complex projects, drawings, and plans.

• Supervise the preparation of estimates in accordance with the approved procedure for all phases of the works from the agreed engineering deliverables to the appropriate level of accuracy.

• Review material requisition cost code, rate, and amount against budget.

• Preparation of change orders / claims, and follows up

• Review and Process Vendor/Subcontractor’s payment against cost code, budget, EV etc.

• Review of Tender Documents and Send Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Subcontractor’s Works and liaise for timely submission.

• Reconciliation of work and payment in accordance with the contract terms and conditions

• Projection of Cash flow and development of policies and procedures. Site Engineer, July/2009 - January/2010

China Civil Engineering Construction Cooperation (CCECC) Project Name: Construction of Blue and Red Line Rail Transit Project (Highway and Metro Project)

Value: USD 250 Million

Client: Lagos State Government, Nigeria

Project Description : The Blue and Red line will run 27KM and 32KM respectively, In conjunction with 10- lanes carriageway of 46km Lagos-Badagry Expressway which connecting most densely travelled corridors in Lagos Main land. Key Responsibilities:

• Provide on-site supervision and management, ensuring that construction projects align with design specifications and quality standards.

• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and contractors to facilitate effective communication and coordination among various stakeholders.

• Manage and monitor the construction schedule, ensuring timely completion of project milestones and adherence to deadlines.

Site Engineer, March/2008 - April/2009

Federal Ministry of Works and Transportation

Project Name: Construction of Sokoto–Zamfara Expressway, Ten Lanes Asphalt Road

(136km).

Value: USD 200 Million (Infrastructure Work, Roads) Client: Sokoto State Government, Nigeria

Project Description: The scope of the Project includes Design and Construction of flexible

(Asphalt) Pavement, Bridges, Underground Utilities and Surface Drainage system. Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the practical implementation of design specifications for flexible (asphalt) pavement, bridges, underground utilities, and the surface drainage system, ensuring alignment with project requirements.

• Manage on-site construction activities, including coordination with various teams, contractors, and suppliers, to ensure the timely and accurate execution of the project elements.

• Implement and monitor quality control measures throughout the construction process, ensuring that the project meet the required standards and specifications. Project Engineer, December/2007 - March/2008

Digital Edge Consulting Limited Ibadan, Nigeria

Project Name: Re- Construction of Lagos-Ibadan Expressway (120km) Value: USD 0.30 Million

Client: Federal Ministry of Work, Nigeria

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines and resource allocation, and coordinate with various teams to ensure the smooth execution of the project.

• Supervise the implementation of design specifications, ensuring that construction activities align with approved plans for structures, utilities, and other project elements.

• Manage day-to-day construction activities, collaborating with contractors, subcontractors, and on-site personnel to guarantee adherence to project schedules and quality standards. EDUCATION AND

TRAINING

University of Ibadan, Oyo-State, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (B.Sc )

CERTIFICATIONS Project Management Professional (PMP) Role of Procurement in EPC Construction Projects

SOFTWARE SKILL • Excellent use of Microsoft Office Packages (Word, Excel, Power Point )

• AutoCAD

• Proficient Use of ERP Software (ePROMIS)

• Bluebeam

• Planswift

TRAINING Project Management Professional (PMP)

MMTI Doha Qatar

Cost Control Professional (CCP)

MMTI Doha Qatar

PERSONAL

INFORMATION

Nationality: Nigerian

Visa Status: Transferable (NOC)

Driving License: Qatar

Notice Period: Immediately Available

Languages: English & Working Arabic

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