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Isaac Offei

Assistant Project Manager
Louisville,KY

Summary

Adept at data analysis and fostering collaborative environments, I significantly advanced research objectives at the University of Louisville. My work culminated in three journal publications and the mentorship of six students, demonstrating a blend of technical proficiency and leadership. Skilled in cost analysis and quantity take-off, I consistently enhance project efficiency and accuracy.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

University of Louisville
08.2023 - Current
  • Participated in regular meetings with Principal Investigator, providing progress updates and discussing potential challenges or areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to advance research objectives and achieve project milestones.
  • Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
  • Design experiments to investigate curing
    mechanisms in cement-based materials, following
    scientific protocols.
  • Conduct field tests on concrete and bridge-deck
    instrumentation, emphasizing data acquisition and
    analysis of three bridge-deck projects.
  • Perform microstructure characterization of cement
    mortar and concrete samples utilizing Scanning
    Electron Microscopy.
  • Present experimental results and strategic
    recommendations to project stakeholders.
  • Prepare manuscripts detailing research findings for
    three journal publications
  • Mentored five undergraduate and one master's
    students during summer research programs,
    ensuring adherence to safety protocols and ASTM
    standards.
  • Facilitate compliance with testing protocols
    among mentees in a research environment.

Graduate Research Fellow

University of Louisville
08.2021 - 07.2023
  • Actively participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops seminars or conferences staying up-to-date with emerging trends within field.
  • Worked closely with faculty advisors receiving constructive feedback regularly adjusting approaches accordingly when necessary.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address complex research questions and generate innovative solutions.
  • Enhanced research quality by conducting thorough literature reviews and synthesizing relevant information.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Louisville
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Mentored new graduate teaching assistants, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management strategies.
  • Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
  • Managed a classroom of diverse learners, implementing differentiated instruction strategies to meet individual student needs.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Lecturer

Takoradi Technical University
11.2015 - 12.2020
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
  • Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
  • Developed and delivered comprehensive lectures
    in theory and design of structures, measurement of
    building and civil engineering works, contract
    administration, and project planning and control.
  • Collaborated with industry professionals to
    enhance curriculum relevance for Bachelor of
    Technology program.
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching
    strategies to over 100 students in lectures and
    coursework.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

ABB Consult
12.2011 - 09.2017
  • Performed measurements using Autodesk Quantity Take-off and MS Excel for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent maintenance of project files containing essential documentation such as contracts, change orders, and payment records.
  • Estimated and analyzed work performed to request payment from clients.

Education

Ph.D. - Civil Engineering

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY
05.2001 -

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

Jiangsu University
Zhenjiang, China
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Building Technology

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
05.2001 -

Skills

Data analysis

Certification

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health, University of South Florida - 2024

Conferences and Publications

  • Offei, I., Lertthanaphol, N., Sun, Z., Guo, A., Qi, C., and Sathitsuksanoh, N. (2024):
    Effect of hydrophobic materials on alkali-silica reaction-induced deterioration of
    mortar: A comparative study. Construction and Building Materials, 432, 136647.
  • Offei, I., Guo, A., Sun, Z., Qi, C. and Sathitsuksanoh, N., (2023): Preventing ASR-induced
    deteriorations with hydrophobic aggregates- a feasibility study.
    Construction and Building Materials, 394, p.132277
  • Offei, I. and Sun, Z. Sun (2023): Autogenous self-healing properties of nano-silicadosed
    engineered cementitious composite: Materials Today: Proceedings
  • Offei, I., Kissi, E, and Nani, G.(2019): Factors Affecting the Capacity of SME
    Construction Firms in Ghana: Journal of Construction in Developing Countries,
    24(1): pp 1-14
  • Kissi, E., Oteng, D., Akunyumu, S., Offei, I. (2017): Determinants of Price
    Differential for Labour Pricing within the Ghanaian Construction Industry: Journal
    of Infrastructure Development, 8(2): 128-136
  • Kissi, E., Offei, I., Boateng B., E., and Badu, E. (2016): Networking for Knowledge
    Capacity Building of Procurement Professionals in Ghana: International Journal
    of Construction Supply Chain Management, 6(2): pp34-47.
  • Offei, I., Kissi, E., and Badu, E. (2016): Public Procurement Policies and Strategies
    for Capacity Building of SME Construction Firms in Ghana: International Journal
    of Procurement Management: 9(4): pp 455-472.

Timeline

Graduate Research Assistant

University of Louisville
08.2023 - Current

Graduate Research Fellow

University of Louisville
08.2021 - 07.2023

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Louisville
01.2021 - 07.2021

Lecturer

Takoradi Technical University
11.2015 - 12.2020

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

ABB Consult
12.2011 - 09.2017

Ph.D. - Civil Engineering

University of Louisville
05.2001 -

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

Jiangsu University
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Building Technology

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
05.2001 -
Isaac OffeiAssistant Project Manager