AKINTUNDE S. MUNIS
Richardson,Texas
Summary
To proactively contribute to the continued success of this organization through my knowledge of Quantity Surveying (Construction Cost Management / Contracts Administration etc.) and Construction Industry experience over the years, also using my interpersonal skills to obtain a responsible and rewarding career, to then further this career utilizing my over 25years post-graduation experience, accomplishments, proficiency and commitment to professionalism in order to help the company achieve its goals to compete, adapt and succeed in a dynamically changing environment.
My personal objective is to accept professional challenges and best them.
My mission is to possess the enablement to set up construction process and see it run itself from start to finish having recognized the imminent challenges ahead and overcoming them with best practice approach.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Partner In-Charge; Quantity Surveying
Consol Associates - Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, Claims Specialists, Development Consultants
02.2015 - 12.2022
- Prepared and Managed Order of Magnitude estimates
- Developed Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Cost Breakdown
- Participated in design peer review meetings with co-consultants
- Participated Interaction and presentation meetings with stakeholders
- Conducted Contract Sum Analysis (CSA) through various design stages using experience, historical data and parametric ratios
- Developed and maintained CSA and tracking project costs throughout the life of projects
- Participated in Value engineering processes and reviews, undertake change management reviews and made recommendations for Client approval
- Led Procurement team in Bid Packaging with relevant contract conditions and terms
- Prepared Bid (Tenders) Analysis and Negotiation Reports for a successful Contract Award
- Played key roles in appointment of Contractors and preparation of contract document
- Effectively managed the cost checking, interim valuations and final accounts processes
- Coordinated the Production of periodic post-contract financial reports (Project Financial Statement) and presentation of report to the client and other Project stakeholder
- Led the Coordination and reviewing /recommendation of project claims
- Took lead role in interfacing with the client and other consultants at all project stages on cost management and other contractual matters
- Involved in value engineering and suggestion of alternatives where possible with focus on economies
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members in order to ensure successful project completion
- Worked cross-functionally to drive process improvement, optimizing internal operations.
Managing Partner
TheMunis & Associates - Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers & Contracts Managers
09.2012 - 01.2015
- Led the business team in Pre and Post Contract Quantity Surveying services
- Led the Business team in Pre and Post Contract Project Management services
- Led the Business team in Contract administration and management
- Business Development and Marketing
- Coordinated and administered Personnel Administration and Business management
- Coordinated and Managed Resource allocation and control
- Implemented process improvements initiatives that improved efficiency company wide
- Coordinated meetings with potential partners to discuss partnership opportunities
- Conducted regular reviews of existing clients to identify opportunities for additional services
- Drafted proposals for new projects based on customer requirements and budget constraints
- Monitored market trends in order to develop competitive pricing strategies that benefited the organization
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors in order to secure favorable terms
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures related to operational processes and made necessary changes
- Ensured compliance with all relevant legal regulations pertaining to the organization's operations
- Guided employees to achieve organizational goals and objectives
- Worked cross-functionally to drive process improvement, optimizing internal operations
- Conducted in-depth research in order to write effective proposals, agreements and contracts.
Technical Director; Commercial
DolphinWorks Limited - Design & Build Contractors
12.2004 - 09.2012
- Coordinated Project Design reviews, develop Request for Information (RFI)/Design Queries, and Reconciliation throughout the pre-contract stages
- Coordinated the Proactive reviews of project designs and preparation of cost estimates including resource scheduling (labor, materials, equipment and time requirements throughout the pre-contract/pre-tender stage
- Periodically analyzes project performance (costs versus budget) and communicated with Project Success Monitoring Team/Board Members
- Worked with Project Team to identify potential project deviations or roadblocks and works with team to initiate solutions using professional best practice approach
- Reviewed RFP's, GMP's, Contract Conditions, Specifications, and other project documentation instruments for successful tendering/project bidding
- Ascertained project progress and prepared detailed reports for Executive reviews
- Ascertained, reviewed and finalized Interim Valuations for Payment applications
- Managed the bid process and approving bid packages and ensuring the appropriate submissions or proposals are completed accurately by all domestic subcontractors
- Maintains key vendor relationships and negotiates construction prices for competitive bidding
- Supported Construction Project Managers with change order validation and management
- Provided support to Project Teams throughout the project construction cycle
- Maintained and controlled budgets from design concept through to project completion
- Analyzed and reviewed projects to ensure that project funding is adequate by performing estimates, cost forecasts, cost trends, and accrual of actual costs
- Coordinated the Estimating and negotiation of change orders
- Periodic Reconciliation of works program and project control data with the client's fiscal and financial controls system
- Provided relevant support to Finance, External Audit and other business units
- Developed resourceful and productive personnel for business success including training module
- Developed and implemented bespoke Vendors registration system for the company
- Sourced specialist sub-contractors and suppliers
- Regularly communicated with on-site teams and vendors for business success
- Checked sub-contractor invoices and certifies invoices for payments.
Quantity Surveyor
Consol Associates - Quantity Surveyors & Project Managers
08.2000 - 12.2004
- Involved in Pre and Post Contract QS services for Remodeling works, Renovation works, Maintenance Works and New development projects
- Involved in the drafting and preparation of contract correspondences and documentation
- Involved in office administrative works.
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Projectscope Limited - Design & Build Contractors
08.1998 - 07.2000
- Prepared estimates for building maintenance works tenders
- Prepared internal interim valuations for project cost monitoring and control
- Involved in the drafting and preparation of contract correspondences and documentation
- Supervised and monitored construction works on site
- Took physical measurements on site for valuation and cost control purposes
- Involved in office administrative works.
Industrial Trainee
Search Associates
03.1996 - 02.1997
- Assisted in the preparation of Bills of Quantities
- Assisted in the preparation of Unit rates
- Involved in periodic market price research and analysis
- Took physical measurements on site for valuation and cost control purposes
- Site support resident QS for failing production measurement.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Management
Lagos State University,
Lagos State, Nigeria2004
Higher National Diploma - Quantity Surveying
Institute of Management & Technology (IMT)
Enugu State, Nigeria1998
Ordinary National Diploma - Building Technology & Quantity Surveying
Institute of Management & Technology (IMT) Enugu , Nigeria
Enugu State, Nigeria1995
Skills
- Attentive to Details - to improve the quality of production/deliverables
- Critical Thinking & Creativity -Situational Analysis and Informed Decision making
- Commercial Management of Construction - Cost Planning & Controlling
- Analytical - Source, Collect and Analyze Information
- Procurement Management
- Effective Time Management - Prioritize tasks, Meet deadlines and Multitasking
- Leadership - Team Spirit, Delegation, Feedback & Positive Work Environment
- Communication - Verbally and in Writing tailored to required Audience
- Contract Administration
- Interpersonal Skills - Relationship Building For Team Collaboration & Success
- Proficient in contract administration, negotiation of tenders and other contractual terms
- Possess good understanding of project’s financial analysis and performance
- In-depth knowledge of construction processes with critical facility/infrastructure development experience
- Cost comparisons for different methods of construction
- Client Management and Client Satisfaction
- Conflict management and resolution among team members
- Organization and Administration
- Contract Review and Negotiation
- Problem solving
- Quality assurance
- Proposal writing
- Contract negotiation
- Budget management
- Project management
- Resource allocation
Service As Resource Person
- Distinguished Lecture Series, Head of Rapporteur Sub-committee, Nigeria Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS), Lagos State Chapter (Nigeria), 2018
- Study Pack Committee, Heavy Engineering Measurement group, Nigeria Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS), 2016 - 2017
- Resource Person on Construction Technology, Test of Professional Competence (TPC) Examination Tutorial Courses, Nigeria Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS), Lagos State Chapter, 2007
Conference Papers Delivered
An Overview of Infrastructure Cost management, Nigeria Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS) National Conference, November, 2022, Infrastructure Cost Management
Things I Care About
- Charitable service
- Health and Wellness
- Knowledge and Education
- Environment
- Human/Personnel Development
- Social Services
- My Spirituality
- Arts and Culture
- Specialized Volunteer Services
- Science and Technology
Hobbies and Interests
- Knowledge
- Welfare
- Family
- Soccer
Timeline
Associate Partner In-Charge; Quantity Surveying
Consol Associates - Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, Claims Specialists, Development Consultants
02.2015 - 12.2022
Managing Partner
TheMunis & Associates - Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers & Contracts Managers
09.2012 - 01.2015
Technical Director; Commercial
DolphinWorks Limited - Design & Build Contractors
12.2004 - 09.2012
Quantity Surveyor
Consol Associates - Quantity Surveyors & Project Managers
08.2000 - 12.2004
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Projectscope Limited - Design & Build Contractors
08.1998 - 07.2000
Industrial Trainee
Search Associates
03.1996 - 02.1997
Post Graduate Diploma - Management
Lagos State University,
Higher National Diploma - Quantity Surveying
Institute of Management & Technology (IMT)
Ordinary National Diploma - Building Technology & Quantity Surveying
Institute of Management & Technology (IMT) Enugu , Nigeria
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