Quantity Surveyor Project Manager
Resume:
FRANCIS ODURO
P.O Box ST ***, Kumasi, Ghana
*******.*****@*****.***
PROFILE
Result-driven Quantity Surveyor and Project Manager with over 15 years of expertise in high-value infrastructure and building projects throughout Ghana. Demonstrated success in managing construction costs, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring project delivery within budget. Specialized in road construction, water supply infrastructure, and community development projects with a proven track record of delivering projects on schedule KEY SKIILS AND COMPETENCES
Expert in detailed measurement, cost estimation, and quantity surveying for large- scale infrastructure projects including roads, water systems, and community facilities.
Consistently delivers projects within estimated costs through thorough planning, accurate forecasting, and active cost management techniques.
Developing comprehensive bills of quantities, payment certificates, and technical reports with exceptional accuracy and detail.
Proficient in contract interpretation, variation management, and final account preparation for both government and private sector projects.
Effectively supervises construction teams, coordinating workflows and ensuring adherence to project schedules.
Quickly identifying and resolving complex site challenges to prevent costly delays and maintain project momentum.
EDUCATION
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, (BSc) Building Technology 2003 - 2007
Opoku Ware School, SSSCE
2000 - 2002
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior Quantity Surveyor and Site Engineer
JOSHOB Construction Company Ltd
October 2019 - Present
Key Responsibilities:
Perform detailed measurement of excavation volumes, pipe installations, and backfilling operations
Manage construction of valve chambers and water storage facilities
Direct site operations and produce comprehensive progress reports Quantity Surveyor and Site Manager
Myturn Company Limited
May 2016 - August 2018
Project: Upgrading of Kade Town Roads
Key Responsibilities:
Managed complete reconstruction of 5km urban road network from earthworks to final layer
Supervised installation of culverts and associated drainage systems
Directed construction of U-drains, cover slabs, speed humps, and kerbs Quantity Surveyor
Yamabeks Construction Works Limited
February 2013 - May 2016
Project: Construction of Tarkwa, Bogoso, and Ayamfuri Roads Key Responsibilities:
Led quantity surveying operations for 94km major road reconstruction
Managed measurement and quality control for drainage structures
Supervised construction of box culverts, pipe culverts, and multiple drainage systems
Oversaw installation of road safety features including speed humps and barriers Quantity Surveyor
Tahal Consulting Engineers Limited
August 2012 - February 2013
Project: Kumawu, Konongo, and Kwahu Tafo Water Supply Key Responsibilities:
Performed measurements for excavation and installation of HDPE and steel water pipelines
Conducted quantity surveying for water storage and treatment facilities
Managed documentation for valve chambers, water reservoirs, and elevated water tanks
Supervised construction of water intake structures and treatment plants Contractor's Quantity Surveyor
AYA Construction Works Limited
October 2009 - August 2012
Project: Community Infrastructure Works and Aboabo Storm Drain Key Responsibilities:
Conducted quantity surveying for drainage systems, road construction, and utility relocation
Prepared detailed material estimations and specifications
Calculated earthwork volumes for road alignments using specialized software
Developed bills of quantities, payment certificates, and financial reports Assistant Quantity Surveyor (Intern)
ABP Consult Limited, Consulting Engineers
April 2009 - September 2009
Project: Reconstruction of Sunyani Road and Sofoline Interchange Key Responsibilities:
Performed verification measurements for drainage systems and structural elements
Prepared quantity estimates for road diversions and temporary structures
Assisted in supervision of the Sofoline Police Station Office Complex construction
Processed measurements for payment certification Architectural Engineering Services Limited
August 2007 - April 2009
Key Responsibilities:
Conducted building valuations through detailed site measurements
Extracted technical measurements from architectural drawings
Prepared payment certificates, fee calculations, and bills of quantities
Developed unit rates for various construction elements PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Technical Workshop: "Advances in Technology for Road Construction in Ghana" - Ghana Highway Authority (2013)
Industry Field Study: GHACEM Cement Manufacturing Process (2010)
Professional Conference: Building and Technology Fair, Accra (2007) PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Professional Member, Ghana Institute of Surveyors (GHIS) (2015-Present) REFERENCES
1. Mr. Peter Acheampong
Joshob Construction Limited
Phone no: 020*******
2. Mr. Albert Boakye
Deputy Electoral Commissioner
Obuasi -East
Phone no: 020*******
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