MATHEW OGBONNIA OTU
Nottingham,Nottinghamshire
Summary
Civil Engineer and Transport Planner with strong site-based experience in highway and infrastructure projects. Experienced in undertaking site inspections, monitoring construction quality, compiling technical reports, and liaising with contractors and stakeholders. Possesses developing knowledge of UK highways standards and legislation, with a strong commitment to progressing into a Highways Clerk of Works role within a local authority environment. Civil Engineer and Transport Planner with strong site-based experience in highway and infrastructure projects. Monitors compliance through regular site inspections, ensuring quality and adherence to specifications. Compiles technical reports and liaises effectively with contractors and stakeholders to identify and resolve issues.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Contract Technical Supervisor
Ebonyi State Ministry of Works & Transport
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Undertook regular site inspections on a 107km highway infrastructure project to monitor compliance with specifications.
- Inspected earthworks, drainage, pavement layers, and finishing works.
- Identified defects and non-compliances and liaised with contractors on remedial actions.
- Compiled detailed inspection and progress reports for senior engineers and stakeholders.
- Acted as key liaison between contractors, government officials, and local communities.
- Supported health & safety compliance on site.
Civil Engineer (Graduate Assistant)
Okpanico Buildings
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted with planning, design, and supervision of building and infrastructure works.
- Monitored construction activities to ensure adherence to drawings and specifications.
- Supported quality control and site documentation.
Education
MSc - Transport Systems
Nottingham Trent University
01.2024
BSc - Civil Engineering
Michael Okpara University
01.2017
Skills
- Highway construction site inspections
- Quality assurance
- Defect identification and reporting
- Technical report writing
- Record keeping
- Contractor liaison
- Stakeholder liaison
- Health & safety awareness
- Health & safety compliance
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work across multiple sites
- Site supervision
- Technical documentation
- Regulatory compliance
- Project management
- Inspection reporting
- AutoCAD
- Technical liaison
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder communication
- Health and safety
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
Custom Section
- Highways Act 1980 (Sections 38, 184 & 278 – developer-led highway works)
- Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM)
- New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA)
- Manual for Streets and DMRB guidance
- Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions (TSRGD)
- LTN 1/20 (cycling infrastructure principles)
- Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)
- Road Safety Audits (process awareness)
Affiliations
- Student Member, Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT)
- Student Member, Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
- Student Member, Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)
Timeline
Project Contract Technical Supervisor
Ebonyi State Ministry of Works & Transport
07.2021 - 12.2022
Civil Engineer (Graduate Assistant)
Okpanico Buildings
09.2019 - 08.2020
MSc - Transport Systems
Nottingham Trent University
BSc - Civil Engineering
Michael Okpara University