Project Management
Resume:
Festus Fadeyi
Regina, SK S*N 1T4
E: mdkjir@r.postjobfree.com
February 5, 2011
Rethink Talent Inc.
RE: Senior Estimator - Saskatoon
Dear Sir,
It is with great interest I respond to your advertisement for the Senior Estimator position in Saskatoon posted on Simply hired website on February 1, 2012. This opportunity is a perfect match for my educational background and professional experience. My resume is enclosed for your review.
Construction Estimation/Contract Administration is a major interest area of mine and I have been working in this field since June 2000. This position will afford me the opportunity of enhancing your organization’s work by ensuring timely and accurate estimate bidding/Close out, quality control, estimating change request, cost control and project schedule, lump sum tendering and by providing excellent contract and commercial management skills in the administration of contracts between your organization and its supply chain.
A 'hands on' professional with Permanent Residence status in Canada and wealth of experience in cost estimation and planning, technical administration of construction subcontracts for various work including Unit price, lump sum and T&M, preparation of pricing schedule for quotes. I also prepare liability statement and end life forecast report for sub-contracting work packages, payment certification/invoicing, cost control, supervise final accounting and monitoring activities. Moreover, I’m actively involved in the preparation of the RFP documents as well as short listing and prequalifying potential bidders right up to contract award ensuring strict compliance with the appropriate policies.
I have strong working knowledge on EPC/EPCM Contracts from both the Owner and Contractor’s perspective and I am familiar with many of the Forms of Contracts used in the light and heavy industries internationally. I possess outstanding commercial acumen, all of which are evident from my employment experience and training. I work effectively on project teams and also independently where necessary.
Of note, also, is my management experience. I actively co-ordinate cost database directories from vendors and also manage proper filing system on all project. In addition to my employment record, I am an Associate member of the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) since 2007. I have Bachelor and Masters' degrees in Quantity Surveying and Cost Engineering respectively. Moreover, I am specially trained in Project Management Strategies from the University of Regina (Business & Professional Development).
My knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications is very good and I am highly proficient in the use of MS Excel, MS Project, Primavera Contract Manager 6.0 and can master the use of any software within the shortest time possible. I possess impressive organizational skills and good interpersonal relations. I have a passion for and deep commitment to professionalism and getting the job done effectively and within schedule. These skills and interests would be put to effective use in this position, to achieve the required goals.
Thank you for considering my application and please do contact me for an interview or other supporting documents, where necessary. I will appreciate the opportunity to be a part of your organization, and to contribute to the enhancement of its delivery of services
Regards,
Festus Fadeyi
FESTUS FADEYI
361 Froom Crescent Tel: 403-***-****; 306-***-****
Regina, SK S4N 1T4 mdkjir@r.postjobfree.com
SUMMARY OF SKILLS
• Familiar with work planning, scheduling and execution using project management principles
• Works well to provide preconstruction services including the development of preliminary budgets, cost plans, value engineering and due diligence studies.
• Conversant with the preparation of probable cost estimate of materials, labour and equipment.
• Able to effectively liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, clients, contractors, subcontractors and prepare economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustment to cost estimates
• Review shop drawings, provide estimates, perform tendering procedures, negotiations and award on construction projects, in consultation with the management team.
• Development of appropriate estimation structure, preparation of price schedule, process project invoices/progress payment, change orders and request for quotation review.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and Primavera P6 for workflow planning/PM activities.
• Appreciates the importance of clarity in communication
• Able to work in as a team member, multitask and deliver project results in a timely manner
WORK EXPERIENCE
UNITS Environmental Sciences Abuja, NG 2004- 2011
Contract Administrator/Cost Engineer
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Review and interpret drawings, specifications, contractors scopes of work and obligations
• Use MS Project and Primavera 6.0 to create program of work during planning stage of contract
• Ensure project completion on time and within assigned budget, took corrective actions where necessary
• Advise project management staff on form and structure of progress and final certificates of claims
• Ensure close co-operation between project controls and planning staff in relation to assessment of progress and evaluation of variations
• Implement, administer and maintain cost control systems and procedures to track and report the project budgets, commitments, expenditures and forecast.
• Prepare accurate quantities take offs for new buildings and sites, additions and remodels
• Interpreting contracts and specification.
• Administration of construction subcontracts for various work including Unit price, lump sum and T& M
• Reviewing and approving solicitation and analysis of tenders on all major contract awards.
• Develop and issue monthly progress payments, expenditure/Financial statements during project execution and also prepare final account at project closing
• Timely and accurate estimate bidding and close out.
• Perform contract administration procedures throughout the post contract stage of projects. This includes preparation of monthly interim valuation, expenditure/financial statements, re-measurement of quantities on site, site inspection (to ensure specifications and applicable codes are strictly adhere to), contractor/Client progress meetings and preparation of final account at project close-out.
• Develop and maintain cost database for forecasting assessments and also serve as cost control guide.
• Provide mentorship for junior estimators.
Systems Properties Development Consortium Abuja, NG 2000-2004
Project Quantity Surveyor/Cost Estimator
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Review, analyse and negotiate with contractors on construction change orders
• Prepare and reconcile accounts with contractors with regards to claims
• Prepare Comprehensive Bill of Materials for various projects ranging from new buildings construction to renovations and refurbishment of existing buildings
• Prepare Tender Documents, Analysis and Award
• Assist in contract administration and project management activities
• Conduct market survey to determine unit prices, including sub-trades’ prices to build up estimates.
• Prepare preliminary estimates and outline cost plan from sketch drawings using cost database indices.
• Attend site meetings with contractors and prepare minutes of meetings
EDUCATION
University of Regina (B&PD, CCE) Regina, Canada 2011 - Date
Project Management Certificate
CADD Centre Training Institute Chennai, India 2011
Master Diploma – Project Management Software
Iowa State University Iowa, USA 2008 - 2010
Master – Fundamental Skills and Knowledge in Cost Engineering
Project Management College London, UK 2007
Executive Masters Certificate – Project Management
Federal University of Technology Akure, NG 1995 - 2001
Bachelor of Technology – Quantity Surveying
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP/CERTIFICATIONS
The Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyor CIQS Markham, ON 2007-2012
Associate Quantity Surveyor (ACIQS) - Member ID 249350
The Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering USA 2007-2012
International Member (AACE) - Member ID 42454
Association of South African Quantity Surveyors ASAQS Pretoria, SA 2007-2012
Member Association of Quantity Surveyor (MAQS) - Member ID 4568
Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors NIQS Lagos, NG 2003-2012
Chartered Member (MNIQS) - Member ID 1785
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Best graduating student in Cost Control and Modelling at Federal University of Technology, Akure -NG.
• Cost Consultant on the refurbishment of a 5 star Hilton Hotel. Project worth $90 million.
• Cost Consultant on the Construction of Petroleum Technology Development Fund Head Office. Project worth $120 million.
• Set up a comprehensive template (Approx. 25-35 pages) for analysing Tenders, comprising of several micro/macro-economic parameters like corporate resource appraisals, competitive element analysis, comparative price/rate analysis, parity and inflation sensitivity analysis amongst others. Moreover, I established Cost database mgt for the Cost Engineering Department of a Built environment Consortium.
VALUE ADDED
• Always seeking to achieve the goal of the company.
• Works hard to deliver results at clearly defined deadlines.
References available on request
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