Uche Arua
JUNIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Chesham
Summary
Detailed oriented and proactive Assistant Project Manager with extensive experience in operational coordination, stakeholder management, and process optimization. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency, managing complex projects, and maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Skilled in data collection and analysis, report generation, project planning, communication, and leveraging project management tools to drive efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Junior Project Manager
Tritek Consulting
Enfield, Greater London
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Led planning and delivery of a WordPress-based appointment booking system for a service-oriented client, improving operational efficiency through automation, digital integration, and stakeholder collaboration.
- Led process optimization efforts, streamlining workflows and reducing project cycle times by 20% through efficiency improvements.
- Maintained and updated project documentation, including process flows, RAID logs, and regulatory support materials.
- Played key role in Agile methodologies, facilitating sprint planning and retrospectives, improving team
velocity by 25% - Coordinated team meetings, created and distributed minutes, tracked action points, and supported vendor access and system setup.
- Conducted structured file reviews and supported document QC processes during UAT and deployment phases.
- Delivered accurate reports, user stories, and performance data to stakeholders, ensuring 100% requirement alignment.
- Supported project data entry and document version control to ensure audit readiness and compliance.
Lead Project Coordinator
Aero Contractors Airlines
Lagos
07.2012 - 10.2023
- Led the coordination of high-impact operational and infrastructure projects across ground handling turnaround operations, and safety compliance within a dynamic airline environment.
- Acted as a central liaison between cross-functional teams, vendors, and regulatory bodies to ensure successful project execution aligned with aviation standards and strategic business goals.
- Directed the planning and execution of ground operations projects, including aircraft turnaround optimization, terminal process upgrades, and resource reallocation strategies.
- Spearheaded coordination of multidisciplinary teams across engineering, flight operations, and airport services, ensuring alignment on timelines, safety protocols, and project deliverables.
- Maintained and managed comprehensive project documentation including Gantt charts, RAID logs, change requests, and milestone trackers using MS Project and Excel.
- Oversaw stakeholder engagement, chaired progress meetings, and delivered regular reports and insights to senior management and project sponsors.
- Played a pivotal role in the successful rollout of a new aircraft refueling protocol, reducing average turnaround time by 15% and improving on-time departure metrics.
- Led risk identification and mitigation processes, reducing operational delays and compliance issues across flight schedules and airport operations.
- Developed and delivered monthly performance dashboards for management review, contributing to data-driven decision-making and operational improvements.
Project support officer
Skyway Aviation Handling Company Limited
Lagos
10.2006 - 06.2012
- Supported the successful implementation of a turnaround coordination system, improving average aircraft turnaround time by 12% across three major airport stations.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication across departments, reducing miscommunication-related delays by 30% during project rollout phases.
- Coordinated meeting schedules, resulting in better time management.
- Liaised with different departments for smoother execution of projects.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to draft strategic, realistic project schedules and plans.
- Assisted in risk assessment to mitigate potential issues.
- Prepared comprehensive reports with detailed analysis of project progress.
- Managed schedule conflicts efficiently ensuring smooth running of the project.
Education
PGD - Applied Economics
University of Calabar
Calabar/NigeriaHND - Accountancy
Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic
Unwana/NigeriaSkills
Agile/Waterfall/Wagile/Scrum
Stakeholder Management
Project Planning & Progress Tracking
User Stories, Epics, Features
Data Collection & analysis
Organization & Time Management Skill
Analytic & Problem Solving
Process Optimization
Risk Management
Gap Analysis/AS-IS/TO-BE
Certification
Project Management & Business Analysis Certification, Tritek Academy – UK, Ongoing
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Junior Project Manager
Tritek Consulting
03.2024 - 07.2025
Lead Project Coordinator
Aero Contractors Airlines
07.2012 - 10.2023
Project support officer
Skyway Aviation Handling Company Limited
10.2006 - 06.2012
PGD - Applied Economics
University of Calabar
HND - Accountancy
Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic