Quincy Acquah
Huddersfield ,Yorkshire
Summary
Highly accomplished Warrant Officer Class 1 (WO1) with 24-year distinguished career in the Royal Engineers, offering proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure, telecommunications, and engineering projects within demanding global environments. Strategic leader and expert in PRINCE2 and management of risk methodologies, currently advancing technical expertise through an MSc in project management. Extensive experience encompasses large-scale construction, transformational change management, and robust operational governance. Dedicated professional committed to business compliance, ensuring all site operations strictly adhere to statutory legal requirements and industry standards. Now seeking to leverage senior leadership and technical background to contribute to success in civilian project management or operations management roles.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Group Works Officer (GWO) | Royal Engineers
HM Armed Forces
Chilwell, Nottinghamshire
2024.05 - Current
- Overseeing 150-person Infrastructure Works Group to execute critical projects across Eastern Europe, Africa, and Cyprus.
- Orchestrating full project life cycles; guaranteeing delivery on schedule, within budget, and in strict alignment with global quality standards.
- Steering stakeholder engagement as primary point of contact to evaluate requirements and optimise resource allocation.
Construction Management Placement | Willmott Dixon
Willmott Dixon
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
2025.12 - 2025.12
- Supported delivery of £23m Doncaster Gateway 1 site and Dewsbury Police Station renovation. Gained civilian-sector expertise in site management, subcontractor coordination, and UK building regulations.
Squadron Sergeant Major | Royal Engineers
HM Armed Forces
Catterick, North Yorkshire
2022.06 - 2024.05
- Supervised 150 employees' well-being, discipline, and operational efficiency.
- Deployed to Oman to supervise important engineering support projects while upholding 100% safety compliance in harsh weather.
- Mentored junior leaders to enhance mission preparedness and squadron-wide performance.
Quartermaster Sergeant Instructor (QMSI)
HM Armed Forces
Tidworth, Wiltshire
2020.10 - 2022.06
- Oversaw technical development and training of sub unit with more than 600 employees.
- Designed and assessed demanding training programmes to guarantee adherence to Quality Management Systems (QMS).
- Updated curriculum materials to meet changing engineering and military technology needs.
Operations & Project Manager
HM Armed Forces
Ripon, North Yorkshire
2017.01 - 2020.10
- Deployed to South Sudan to manage maintenance and upgrade of main military camp and construction of role 2 hospital.
- Navigated complex international logistics and political sensitivities, engaging with local authorities and NGOs.
- Delivered critical infrastructure despite extreme weather and limited local supply chains.
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge 2024.09 -
Higher National Diploma - Management and Leadership
CMI Level 6 Diploma
London 2020.05 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Project Management
PeopleCert
London 2024.09 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Management of Risk (MoR)
PeopleCert
London 2025.01 -
NVQ Level 3 - Telecommunications
City & Guilds
London 2002.08 -
Some College (No Degree) - Security Clearance
NSV Security
York 2017.10 - 2027.10
Skills
- Leadership and Team Management: Proven ability to lead, mentor, manage diverse teams in high-pressure environments, fostering collaboration and high morale
- Project Management: Extensive experience in planning, coordinating, and delivering complex projects, with PRINCE2 certification postgraduate-level knowledge
- Change Management: Skilled in implementing organisational change, streamlining processes whilst improving operational efficiency
- Health, Safety, and Compliance: Comprehensive understanding of H&S regulations with strong focus on risk management
- Strategic Planning and Decision-Making: Strong ability to analyse situations, develop strategies, make informed decisions under pressure
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal, written communication skills, with ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Problem-Solving and Adaptability: Highly adept at identifying and resolving issues in dynamic and challenging environments
- Training and Development: Experienced in designing and delivering training programmes to develop team members’ skills and capabilities
Affiliations
- An active athlete who likes golf, basketball, and football. In order to promote solid work ties and encourage camaraderie, I take the lead in planning social events for the community and team.
Timeline
Construction Management Placement | Willmott Dixon
Willmott Dixon
2025.12 - 2025.12
Certificate of Higher Education - Management of Risk (MoR)
PeopleCert
2025.01 -
Master of Science - Project Management
Anglia Ruskin University
2024.09 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Project Management
PeopleCert
2024.09 -
Group Works Officer (GWO) | Royal Engineers
HM Armed Forces
2024.05 - Current
Squadron Sergeant Major | Royal Engineers
HM Armed Forces
2022.06 - 2024.05
Quartermaster Sergeant Instructor (QMSI)
HM Armed Forces
2020.10 - 2022.06
Higher National Diploma - Management and Leadership
CMI Level 6 Diploma
2020.05 -
Some College (No Degree) - Security Clearance
NSV Security
2017.10 - 2027.10
Operations & Project Manager
HM Armed Forces
2017.01 - 2020.10
NVQ Level 3 - Telecommunications
City & Guilds
2002.08 -