OMOLARA AMOO
Allentown,PA
Summary
Motivated Estimator with years of experience in estimation field. Well-versed in obtaining bids from suppliers and negotiating prices. Proficient in MS Office and cost estimation software.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cost Estimator
Appliance Refurb Construction.
04.2021 - Current
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
- Monitored project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans, and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
- Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Quantity Surveyor
ENPTECH NIGERIA LIMITED (an Italian Subsidiary)
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Measurement of work and preparation of Bill of Quantity
- Planning and implementing and carrying out decision to ensure the company achieve improved quality for its long term objective
- Regular attendance of site meeting for project progress review
- Carry the full responsibility of project execution in a timely manner and in accordance to specification
- Communicate with the upper management on construction progress
- Preparation of program of work
- Preparation of Materials schedule
- Generation of cost estimate.
QS/Project Coordinator's Assistant
FUNKUS AND SONS LIMITED (Engineering, Design & Constr.)
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Assessment of Tender document and recommendation of Sub – Contractors, Monitoring the Delivery of the Project
- Preparation of Bill of Quantity for projects including:- Ifako Mini Stadium at a (Half a billion Naira) , Lagos Homes (6 Blocks of 12 flats at close to a billion Naira), Lekki/Oniru Road/Bridge 36 construction (2 billion Naira), Sam Akapo /Hakeem Agboola,/Amowu Odofin Roads (1.5 billion Naira)
- Monitoring & Reporting Progress of Work
- Managing Sub- Contractors, Audit analysis & presentation report for continuation of abandoned projects.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define clear project goals, leading to consistent alignment with expectations throughout the process.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for cost-effective procurement of resources needed for each project''s success.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Cost Estimator Internship
B.E.C. CONSULTANTS NIGERIA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Preparation of valuation for Contractor Assessment of Tender Document Preparation of Bill of Quantity Financial Audit for Contractors Preparation of Payment Certificate for Contractors
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
- Analyzed buildings to prepare estimates for the project.
Education
Associate of Science - Construction Management
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveyors (Cost Estimator)
Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti,
Nigeria01.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Quantity Surveyors (Cost Estimator)
Osun State College of Technology Esa-Oke, Osun- State Nigeria
Nigeria01.2008
Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) -
Methodist Grammar School, Igbo Ora, Oyo State Nigeria
01.2004
Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Advanced Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, etc
- Bid preparation
- Estimate Preparation
- Cost Estimation
- Vendor relationships
- Residential construction
- Cost Control
- Cost Reporting
- Project estimation and bidding
- Self Motivation
- Team building
Certification
- Graduate Member of Nigeria Institute of Quantity Surveyor, 2014
- Certification on Project Management from Jeman Consulting, 2013
- Certification on Project Management from United Global Resources Ltd. A subsidiary of KAROX INSTITUTE. Lagos, 2012
Research
PROJECT EVALUATION TECHNIQUES IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY IN NIGERIA (End of H.N.D Programme project).
Hobbies and Interests
Travelling, Reading and Relating with People.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Cost Estimator
Appliance Refurb Construction.
04.2021 - Current
Quantity Surveyor
ENPTECH NIGERIA LIMITED (an Italian Subsidiary)
01.2015 - 01.2017
QS/Project Coordinator's Assistant
FUNKUS AND SONS LIMITED (Engineering, Design & Constr.)
01.2013 - 01.2015
Cost Estimator Internship
B.E.C. CONSULTANTS NIGERIA
01.2012 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - Construction Management
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveyors (Cost Estimator)
Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti,
Associate of Applied Science - Quantity Surveyors (Cost Estimator)
Osun State College of Technology Esa-Oke, Osun- State Nigeria
Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) -
Methodist Grammar School, Igbo Ora, Oyo State Nigeria
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