Nana Oppon-Kusi
Milton Keynes
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in project management, quality assurance, and risk compliance, complemented by strong skills in budget control and construction site management. Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Office365, and Smartsheet, with a proven track record of delivering projects across the lifecycle while ensuring health and safety compliance. Adept at stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and client relations, leveraging analytical problem-solving and strategic planning to achieve organisational goals. Skilled in NEC 4 contracts and health & safety audits, with a focus on driving efficiency and maintaining high standards. Committed to fostering collaborative environments that optimise performance and deliver exceptional results.
Experienced project manager with focus on delivering complex projects within scope, time, and budget. Proven capability to lead cross-functional teams, streamline processes, and drive project success through strong communication and problem-solving skills. Adept at managing stakeholder expectations and mitigating risks to ensure project alignment with business objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Project Manager & Quality Inspector
Trueform Engineering Ltd
Hayes, UK
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Developed and maintained detailed project plans, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence.
- Led quality inspections for street furniture installations, enhancing public infrastructure aesthetics and safety.
- Fostered seamless collaboration across design, production, and procurement teams to meet project requirements.
- Conducted site surveys, risk assessments, and method statements, improving safety and execution efficiency.
- Built strong relationships with local authorities and clients, streamlining installation processes.
- Designed and implemented field management mobile applications to boost onsite efficiency.
- Managing the installation and maintenance of all wayfinding totems across London on behalf of TfL and councils.
- Managing the design, installation, and maintenance of bus stops across London on behalf of TfL.
Project Management Assistant & Quality Inspector
Trueform Engineering Ltd
Hayes, UK
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Assisted in project planning and tracking, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints.
- Supported quality inspections for installations and maintenance works, reducing non-conformities.
- Facilitated communication between project teams, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Conducted site surveys and safety audits to support project execution.
Highway Maintenance Operative (Apprenticeship)
Stanmore Quality Surfacing (SQS)
Stanmore, UK
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Reinstated carriageways and footways for major clients, ensuring compliance with SROH standards.
- Installed telecom chambers and implemented traffic management systems to enhance road safety.
Assistant Engineer
Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
Accra, Ghana
07.2018 - 04.2021
- Managed government building projects from construction to maintenance, ensuring quality standards.
- Coordinated with contractors and stakeholders to deliver projects on time.
- Streamlined building permit processes and enforced strict safety protocols on construction sites.
Assistant Engineer
Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
Effiduase, Ghana
01.2013 - 11.2015
- Oversaw the rehabilitation of government facilities, maintaining high standards of workmanship.
- Maintained accurate records of construction activities and conducted thorough quality inspections.
Education
Level 5 Diploma (HND) - Civil Engineering
London School of Planning and Management
01.2022 - 12.2022
Level 2 Diploma & NVQ - Highway Maintenance
Apprenticeship Scheme
01.2022 - 12.2022
Advanced Executive Certificate - Procurement & Contract Management
Graduate School of Governance and Leadership
01.2012 - 12.2012
BSc - Civil Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
01.2009 - 12.2009
Senior Secondary School Certificate - Science
Mfantsipim Senior High School
01.2004 - 12.2004
Skills
- Project Management & Coordination
- Quality Assurance & Control
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Budget & Cost Management
- Construction Site Management
- AutoCAD Proficiency
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Health & Safety Audits
- NEC 4 Contracts
- Client relations
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Team Leadership
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Project, Office365, and CAD tools
- Analytical problem-solving and strategic planning
- MS project proficiency
- Decision making capacity
- Experience with smartsheet
- Project lifecycle expertise
- People Management
Websites
Certification
- Advanced Executive Certificate in Project Management
- Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS)
- Cadent Gas Network Certification
- Emergency First Aid at Work (HSE)
- SMSTS – Site Management Safety Training Scheme
- NRSWA – Signing, Lighting & Guarding
- EUSR – Water Hygiene & SHEA Gas
- CITB's CDM for Principal Designers
Accomplishments
- LED Upgrade Project: Led the transition of TfL advertising bus shelters to LED lighting, boosting sustainability.
- Wayfinding Project: Spearheaded the upgrade of wayfinding panels on TfL bus shelters, enhancing public navigation.
- FULCRUM Platform Development: Developed applications to streamline installation processes, increasing operational efficiency.
- St Pancras Bus Shelter Installation: Successfully managed the installation of a bus shelter inside St Pancras Hotel for JC Decaux and TfL, ensuring seamless execution and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Digital Advertising Unit Foundation Installation: Managing the installation of foundations on all TfL advertising bus shelters to accommodate the new JC Decaux Digital Advertising Units
Custom
Available upon request.
Affiliations
- Playing football
- Reading
- Playing Board Games
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Project Manager & Quality Inspector
Trueform Engineering Ltd
08.2024 - 07.2025
Project Management Assistant & Quality Inspector
Trueform Engineering Ltd
09.2022 - 08.2024
Level 5 Diploma (HND) - Civil Engineering
London School of Planning and Management
01.2022 - 12.2022
Level 2 Diploma & NVQ - Highway Maintenance
Apprenticeship Scheme
01.2022 - 12.2022
Highway Maintenance Operative (Apprenticeship)
Stanmore Quality Surfacing (SQS)
09.2021 - 09.2022
Assistant Engineer
Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
07.2018 - 04.2021
Assistant Engineer
Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
01.2013 - 11.2015
Advanced Executive Certificate - Procurement & Contract Management
Graduate School of Governance and Leadership
01.2012 - 12.2012
BSc - Civil Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
01.2009 - 12.2009
Senior Secondary School Certificate - Science
Mfantsipim Senior High School
01.2004 - 12.2004
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