ATOLAGBE SHAKIRUDEEN OLABANJI

Mobile: 1-867-***-**** Email: adwpo7@r.postjobfree.com Address: Waterloo, ON LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shakirudeen-atolagbe/ PROFILE SUMMARY

Process-driven Civil Engineer and Construction Project Manager with proven experience in collaborating on various projects, including deliverables, designs, specifications, and development within the Construction sector. Liaises with relevant stakeholders while ensuring strict adherence to safety and regulatory compliance on and off-site. Successfully executes engineering objectives and project specifications; effectively conducts assessment, inspection, planning, and execution of ongoing projects to meet company standards and procedures. Delivers projects within strict deadlines and contributes to the organization’s successful day-to-day management, project audit, risk assessment, and general technical support. Experience in working with multi-disciplined teams and environments and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. CORE COMPETENCIES

• Project Management

• Civil Engineering

• Design and Specification

• Construction Management

• Finance and Cost Estimation

• Process Management

• Procurement Management

• Risk Management

• Building Information Modelling

• OSHA Compliance

• Quality Assurance and Control

• Stakeholders Management

• Inventory Management

• Scheduling and Monitoring

• Reporting and Documentation

SKILLS HIGHLIGHT

• Exhibited excellent communication skills (verbal and written), facilitation, and relationship-building skills.

• Possess strong leadership skills, superior analytical skills, team management, and interpersonal abilities.

• Strong ability to successfully organize, prioritize and manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.

• Supervises compliance with safety policies, procedures, and practices, including wearing protective clothing and gear.

• Determines needed resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) from start to finish with attention to budget.

• Advanced skills in MS Office packages (Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint), OrginLab, Midas Civil, AutoCAD, etc. WORK EXPERIENCE

Graduate Research Assistant – Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China September 2020 – Till Date

• Conducted research on using sustainable building materials in construction projects and on the operating maintenance of tracks.

• Investigated track irregularities using fractal analysis and innovative engineering techniques to ensure the structure’s stability and safety.

• Collaborated with a team of engineering students on various research engineering projects, developing new methodologies within the engineering space.

Production Practice June 2019 – October 2019

The First Engineering Co. Ltd of China Tiesiju Civil Engineering Group, Zhangjiajie, China; National engineering laboratory for high-speed railway construction, CSU, China; China No. 5 Engineering Construction Company, 3rd Bureau, Changsha, China

• Expertly carried out the geomatic survey of the Maiden Highspeed Railway lines and prepared technical reports.

• Conducted a series of Laboratory tests on Railway tracks and accurately analyzed the track structure data.

• Analysed, designed, and drafted structural drawings, site supervision, and other administrative works as instructed. Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) – Julius Berger Nigeria P.L.C May 2018 – August 2018

• Assisted the other engineers to maintain and correct structural design and construction issues.

• Applied knowledge of process control, resource control, and engineering processes while working.

• Implemented changes and improvements on the production line for cost savings, efficiency, and service. Students Work Experience Program – Faculty of Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University April 2016 – December 2016

• Gained relevant experience on safety rules at the site and ensured that personal protective equipment was always worn.

• Worked with other interns to gain experience in Carpentry, Electrical works, and Mechanical Fabrication.

• Assisted in preparing and reviewing reports and studies to identify and recommend engineering solutions. Vice Principal – Integrity Academy, Suleja Niger State. January 2014 – November 2014

• Oversaw all aspects of daily school operations in the absence of the principal when on official duties.

• Established quality classroom instruction and assessed student achievement using various teaching methods and tools.

• Assisted in maintaining a safe school environment by conducting all safety drills and completing safety reports. Classroom Teacher – Excellent Foundation Nur/Pri School, Suleja Niger State. April 2012 – December 2013

• Adapted and reassessed lesson plans to meet specific student needs and followed newly implemented guidelines.

• Organised classroom presentations on Mathematics, Basic Science, and Physics; and worked with individual students to ensure they achieved their maximum potential.

• Worked with the senior staff to develop new innovative classroom strategies to sustain interest and student retention. OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Warehouse Operative – ZhongTong Express, China Sept 2021 – Present Purchasing Officer – ElshaksLogistics, Nigeria January 2021 – Present COMMUNITY SERVICE

Co-Founder/Project Lead: AL – Zillah Foundation, Nigeria May 2014 – Present Tutor, Faculty of Engineering – Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria September 2016 – May 2018 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Post Graduate Cert Construction Management – Conestoga College, Waterloo, ON, Canada September 2023 – In View Master of Science in Civil Engineering – Central South University Changsha, China. September 2020 – July 2023

Major: Railway Engineering (Track Structure) and carried out research focused on the operating maintenance of tracks. Investigation of track irregularities with fractal analysis method. Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering – Central South University Changsha, China. September 2018 – July 2020

Thesis: Track-bridge interaction and noise control to achieve the calculation model and method of longitudinal force in CWR design, the calculation of allowable temperature rises and temperature drops, and the calculation of pier and abutment.

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering – Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria November 2014 – February 2021

Excelled and secured a scholarship to complete studies at Central South University under the platform of a student exchange cooperation program tagged ‘3+2 ABU-CSU-CCECC Exchange program’. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION/CERTIFICATION/TRAINING

• Certificate of Completion in Construction Management Specialization – Coursera January 2023

• Certificate of Completion in Project Management Foundation – LinkedIn Learning August 2022

• Course Certificate in Foundation of Project Management – Coursera July 2022

• Certificate Program in Contract Management – Governance Global Practice, The World Bank January 2022

• Certificate of Achievement in Soft-Skills Training – Jobberman August 2020

• Certificate of Completion in Advanced Search Engine Optimization – SimpliLearn December 2021

• Certificate of Achievement in Digital Marketing – FutureLearn November 2019 AWARDS AND ACHIVEMENTS

• Honorary Certificate (Soft Skills Training: A Significant Tool for Future Achievement in Higher Education rated Excellent by the School of Civil Engineering Central South University) – Oct. 2022.

• Honorary Certificate (Practice on CSU-CCECC-ABU Cooperation Mode Paper rated Excellent in the higher Education paper invitational competition by the School of Civil Engineering Central South University – June 2021.

• MSc Civil Engineering - China Scholarship Council (CSC) Fully Funded – September 2020.

• 3+2 ABU-CSU-CCECC Exchange Program Fully Funded Scholarship – Sept 2018.

• Solved and published a past questions guide tagged “Model for Distinction” for different levels (200L and 300L). PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION

Graduate Member – Nigeria Society of Engineers

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