Esther Ugorji
Durham,NH
Summary
Highly skilled and detail-oriented Civil Engineer with expertise in geotechnical engineering, and project management. Possesses extensive experience in site investigations, laboratory soil testing, and construction management, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and engineering analysis tools. Passionate about developing sustainable engineering solutions to enhance infrastructure resilience and efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistant
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH
08.2024 - Current
- Hold office hours to provide academic support and guidance to students.
- Organize and facilitate lab sessions, teaching lab techniques for experiments in geotechnical and structural analysis.
- Evaluate and grade homework assignments and weekly lab reports to assess students' understanding.
Lecturer
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka, Nigeria
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Taught undergraduate students Geology for Engineers.
- Provided academic support and mentorship to students.
- Supervised undergraduate students' research projects on soil characterization.
Laboratory Technologist
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka, Nigeria
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Conducted lab demonstrations and instructed undergraduates in soil and concrete testing experiments.
- Assisted civil engineering students in using design-oriented software and analyzing data.
- Assisted in faculty-led research on soil mechanics and concrete technology.
- Evaluated and graded students' lab reports, ensuring accurate data interpretation.
Civil Engineer
Ed Mc-Gettigan Construction Company Limited
Maitama, Nigeria
01.2010 - 12.2015
- Conducted site investigations to assess soil conditions for construction projects.
- Performed in-situ and laboratory soil tests to evaluate geotechnical properties.
- Applied soil improvement techniques to enhance foundation stability.
- Developed engineering designs and project specifications.
- Conducted routine field inspections to identify issues and prevent delays.
Graduate Engineer
Locke International Consultancy Limited
Ikoyi, Nigeria
08.2008 - 12.2009
- Assisted in developing and implementing construction plans.
- Supervised daily site activities to ensure work aligned with project specifications.
- Conducted in-situ and laboratory soil tests to assess geotechnical properties.
- Prepared quotation requests for construction materials and coordinated with suppliers.
Education
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of New Hampshire
Durham, New Hampshire, USA09-2025
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Enugu State University of Science And Technology
Enugu, Nigeria12-2022
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Enugu State University of Science And Technology
Enugu, Nigeria12-2007
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Python
- R
- Matlab
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- gINT
- ArcGIS
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
University of New Hampshire
08.2024 - Current
Lecturer
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
12.2023 - 08.2024
Laboratory Technologist
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
01.2018 - 12.2023
Civil Engineer
Ed Mc-Gettigan Construction Company Limited
01.2010 - 12.2015
Graduate Engineer
Locke International Consultancy Limited
08.2008 - 12.2009
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of New Hampshire
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Enugu State University of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Enugu State University of Science And Technology