Ayokunle O Adu
ROMSEY,United Kingdom
Summary
Project Management professional with over 14 years of combined engineering and project delivery experience spanning the UK, Europe, USA, Asia and Africa. Experienced in leading multidisciplinary projects from concept through commissioning across power generation, construction, oil & gas and industrial sectors. Brings strong commercial awareness, stakeholder management, contract administration, planning, procurement, budget control, and resource optimisation and risk management expertise. Known for building trusted client relationships, leading cross-functional teams, solving complex delivery challenges and consistently driving projects to successful, safe and commercially successful outcomes. Proficient in Microsoft Project, PWA, Project Online, Primavera and project controls, with PRINCE2 Foundation certification and a practical, delivery-focused leadership style.
Overview
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Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
Project Manager
RJM International Ltd
2023.01 - 2026.07
- Lead international emissions reduction and combustion optimisation projects for thermal power clients across Europe, UK, USA and Asia. Manage the complete project lifecycle including planning, integrated schedules, budgets, procurement, subcontractors, commercial reporting, engineering coordination, and commissioning and client engagement while ensuring contractual and quality compliance.
- Managed multiple concurrent international engineering projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and project goals.
- Created relatable project at a glance Dashboard for project reporting to top management using data across multiple projects, result in time saving decision making at board meetings.
- Developed integrated company programmes, budgets, and cash-flow forecasts to optimise resource allocation and financial planning.
- Supported bids, proposals, and business development efforts to enhance market presence and secure new opportunities.
- Key Contributions:
Assistant Project Manager
Pulse Structural Monitoring Ltd
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Supported the successful delivery of nine concurrent structural monitoring and engineering projects, providing end-to-end project coordination across planning, scheduling, procurement, commercial administration and stakeholder engagement. Developed and maintained project management plans, budgets, cost forecasts, risk registers, resource plans and project schedules to ensure delivery against programme objectives. Coordinated procurement and logistics, managed change control and project variations, monitored project performance, prepared client billing and supported cash flow management while ensuring compliance with HSE, quality and contractual requirements. Worked closely with project managers, clients, suppliers and multidisciplinary teams to mitigate risks, optimise resource utilisation and deliver projects safely, on time and within budget.
- Created project schedules for four assigned projects through effective daily and weekly activity forecasting, facilitating timely progress tracking.
- Executed daily project operations, supporting project managers in implementing tasks to maintain project timelines.
- Developed effective tracking methodologies that help mitigate delays in shipment of project equipment to various location and Purchase Order tracking for vendors helping to forecast delivery real time.
- Outlined key contributions to enhance project outcomes, ensuring alignment with overall objectives.
Project Lead Engineer
A&N Engineering & Construction Nigeria Ltd
Port Harcourt
2019.01 - 2021.01
- Delivered 11 engineering and construction projects worth over $80M, achieving a 5% reduction in project costs while maintaining safety, quality and schedule performance.
- Led engineering and construction projects from planning to commissioning, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and client stakeholders to ensure safety, quality, cost, and schedule adherence.
- Cultivated stakeholder relationships that resulted in 4 repeat business opportunities.
- Key Contributions:
Project Structural Engineer
A&N Engineering & Construction Nigeria Ltd
Port Harcourt
2017.01 - 2019.01
- Oversaw fabrication works, concrete/construction activities, and civil engineering projects. Conducted investigations and pre-construction inspections on concrete and steel structures. Reviewed engineering deliverables and interpreted steel structural drawings to ensure high-quality onshore and offshore installations.
- Adhered to structural specifications and standards in accordance with project requirements, resulting in client satisfaction.
- Produced project as-built drawings and documentation, improving project timely close-out by 2%.
- Produced as-built drawings and documentation, facilitating timely project close-out.
Project Structural Engineer
Shepherd Engineering Limited
Lagos
2016.01 - 2017.01
- Designed, analysed, and specified steel offshore platforms and concrete structures, utilising CAD and other related Software.
- Oversaw structures fabrication shop and monitored on-site installation, reviewing engineering deliverables, specifications, and procedures for compliance. Prepared structural and civil engineering drawings and project execution plans, providing daily progress reports to management.
- Reviewed fabrication shop drawings for steel structures, defined scope of works for subcontractors, and prepared material take-off (MTO) to ensure project requirements were met.
- Reviewed fabrication shop drawings related to steel structures from fabrication contractor, defined scope of works for Subcontractors, and prepared material take-Off (MTO) to support projects.
Trainee Engineer
NCDMB/Nigerian AGIP Company /Union Energy Limited
Port Harcourt
2015.01 - 2016.01
- Supervised piping and structural fabrication works on UPS/Osioka, Utorogu, Ughelli East and West LACT unit in OML 30 and 34 assets, contributing to successful lifting planning and execution of load-out, sea fastening, and transportation.
- Coordinated design interpretation of subsea structures and piping, enhancing understanding of fabrication procedures for steel structures and corrosion control.
- Developed material take-off (MTO) procedures, construction management strategies, and project reporting frameworks, streamlining project workflows.
- Key Contributions:
Project Engineer
Etteh ARO & Partners Consulting Engineers
Ibadan
2013.01 - 2015.01
- Coordinated QA/QC activities, reviewed engineering designs, conducted site inspections, and supported infrastructure design for civil and structural engineering projects, ensuring alignment with project specifications.
- Contributed to the design and delivery of 10 civil and structural engineering projects, ensuring compliance with quality and engineering standards.
- Conducted structural assessments and testing to ensure safe construction and facilitate informed engineering decisions.
- Key Achievements:
Education
Bachelors of Engineering - B.Eng. (Hons) - Civil Engineering
Federal University of Technology Akure
Skills
- Project Management: Microsoft Project, PWA, Primavera P6
- Microsoft project mastery
- Experience with smartsheet
- Use of asana software
- Risk Management
- Data Software: Microsoft Power BI
- Drawing Packages: AutoCAD, Civil 3D
- Structural design software
- General Use: Microsoft Office Packages – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe
Areas of Expertise
- Project & Programme delivery
- Planning and Scheduling
- Commercial & Contract Management
- Health & Safety Compliance
- Quality Control Assessments
- Budget & Cost Control
- Commissioning & Handover
- Performance Reporting
- Risk & Change Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- EPC Project Delivery
Accomplishments
- Successfully planned and managed 15 large and small scaled project across within the last 3 years’ worth over £11m ensuring timely delivery through proactive supply chain/procurement management, resource management and customer relationships.
- Ensured timely coordination of project equipment delivery across UK and Europe on large windfarm project.
- Successfully directed and managed team of 286 skilled and unskilled labor on 6 projects worth $40M..
- Saved the company costs of $3.2M over 3 years by executing robust project improvement plans.
- Implemented constructive strategies, subsequently slashing department operating costs by 2% in 26 months.
Certification
- Prince 2 Certified – 2026
- ECITB CCNSG E171916 – Safety Passport Card - (2023/ Renewed 2026)
- Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (Reg. No: 33794446) – (CSCS Card Holder) - 2022
- Membership of Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE) | Graduate Membership, Conferred 2021
- Membership No: 93616944, Chattered Membership - In View
- Certified Cost Professional (CCP) Prep Course - 2021
- Project Management Professional (PMP) - In View
- Council For The Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) | Reg No: R39829, - DEC, 2017
- Certificate in Primavera P6 REL 6 Course - 2017
- Certificate in Structural Engineering, Fabrication and Construction Management - 2016
- Certificate in Basic Subsea Design - 2016
- Certificate in Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) - 2014
Timeline
Project Manager
RJM International Ltd
2023.01 - 2026.07
Assistant Project Manager
Pulse Structural Monitoring Ltd
2022.01 - 2023.01
Project Lead Engineer
A&N Engineering & Construction Nigeria Ltd
2019.01 - 2021.01
Project Structural Engineer
A&N Engineering & Construction Nigeria Ltd
2017.01 - 2019.01
Project Structural Engineer
Shepherd Engineering Limited
2016.01 - 2017.01
Trainee Engineer
NCDMB/Nigerian AGIP Company /Union Energy Limited
2015.01 - 2016.01
Project Engineer
Etteh ARO & Partners Consulting Engineers
2013.01 - 2015.01
Bachelors of Engineering - B.Eng. (Hons) - Civil Engineering
Federal University of Technology Akure