Osas Sunday Ogbewi
Summary
PMP-certified Project Management professional with over 12 years of international experience leading projects across construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, and facilities management environments. Proven ability to deliver complex projects from initiation to completion while maintaining strict control over scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk, ensuring alignment with organizational and stakeholder objectives.
Brings a strong technical foundation in Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (QHSE) management, integrating safety, compliance, and risk engineering into project planning and execution. Holds NEBOSH certification and professional qualifications in ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, with hands-on experience implementing management systems that support operational excellence and regulatory compliance. Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Occupational Safety and Hygiene Engineering at the University of Porto, further strengthening expertise in risk prevention and safety engineering within project environments.
Extensive experience working in multinational and multicultural settings, managing cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with international standards and local regulations. Adept at balancing project performance targets with proactive risk management, minimizing incidents, delays, and cost overruns.
Key competencies include:
• Full project lifecycle management (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closure)
• Budget control, cost forecasting, and schedule performance management
• Risk management, HAZID/HIRA facilitation, and mitigation planning
• Contractor management and site coordination in high-risk industries
• Integration of HSE and quality requirements into project delivery
• Regulatory compliance and audit readiness
• Incident prevention strategies and root cause analysis
• Stakeholder communication, reporting, and leadership of multidisciplinary teams
• Continuous improvement and performance KPI tracking
Recognized for delivering projects where operational performance, safety, and quality are integrated rather than competing priorities. Combines structured project leadership with advanced risk and compliance expertise, making a strong asset for organizations in Portugal seeking to execute projects efficiently while upholding the highest standards of safety and environmental responsibility.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager & Project HSE Incharge
Ejadah Asset Management Group
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
04.2019 - 08.2025
- Project Planning: Define the project scope, set milestones, and develop a detailed project plan that includes resource allocation and procurement strategies.
Execution & Monitoring: Oversee daily activities to ensure the project stays on schedule and within budget. Use tools like Jira or Primavera P6 to track progress and identify potential delays.
Stakeholder Management: Maintain open, transparent communication with clients and senior management to manage expectations and provide regular status updates.
Resource Coordination: Assemble and lead cross-functional teams, assigning tasks based on individual skills while fostering a collaborative environment.
HSE Planning & Implementation: Develop and enforce a project-specific Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Plan that complies with statutory regulations.
Risk Assessment: Conduct regular site inspections and job hazard analyses (JHA) to identify and mitigate risks before they lead to accidents.
Safety Training & Culture: Lead "Toolbox Talks" and safety inductions for all new staff. You are responsible for building a "Safety First" culture where workers feel empowered to report near misses.
Incident Management: Investigate all site accidents or dangerous occurrences, prepare root-cause analysis reports, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all required permits (like Permit to Work - PTW) are in place and that the site meets international standards such as ISO 45001.
Integrating Safety into Planning: Ensuring the project schedule allows enough time for safe work practices and that the budget includes necessary safety equipment and PPE.
Leading by Example: Demonstrating a visible commitment to safety rules, which sets the tone for the entire team.
Managing Conflicting Priorities: Directly resolving any conflicts where project deadlines might pressure workers to take safety shortcuts.
Project Health, Safety & Environment Manager
Ali & Sons Holding LLC
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Responsible for driving the HSE culture throughout the business and advising operation team and business leader on all aspect of HSE.
- Project handled: Manufacturing of Glass, Metal & light Block. Monitoring the Mining process which focus on extracting raw materials like ores from the earth. And refurbishment of the Abu Dhabi Airport with the contract worth over 300 millions dirhams.
- Working in a multi-millions of Dirhams company based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Construction Safety Officer
Discovery Employment LLC
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
06.2015 - 03.2017
- Responsible for supporting the project HSE Manager to develop robust HSE system alongside supervisor the workforce for the site engineering and ensuring compliance throughout the project.
- Discovery Employment is a man power distribution company, which they have deploy me with M4 Contracting in the of Abu Dhabi airport project.
- Project Handled: Abu Dhabi Airport
- Client: M4 Contracting S.A.R.L
Safety Officer
EL SEL I International LTD
Lagos & Port Harcourt, Nigeria
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Was initially employed as Storekeeper, and in the same month was assigned the roles of a safety officer, where I reported directly to the HSE Manager.
- Project Handled: Manufacturing, supplying and Installation of Pipeline.
- Client: NNPC & Shell.
- Worked in both offshore and onshore.
Education
Master Degree - Occupational Safety & Hygiene Engineering
University Of Porto
Bachelor of Technology - Environmental Engineering
Indian Institution of Engineering
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Charisma University
Diploma - Environmental Engineering
Indian Institution of Engineering
BSS Diploma - Fire Engineering & Safety Management
Bharat Sevak Samaj
National Diploma - Business Administration and Management
Auchi Polytechnic Auchi
Skills
- Cost estimation, budgeting, forecasting & cost control
- Change management & formal change control processes
- Procurement, contract & subcontractor management
- Contractor coordination and multisite project supervision
- Resource planning & allocation
- Stakeholder engagement, reporting & communication management
- Quality planning and quality control within project environments
- Commissioning, handover & project close-out procedures
- Microsoft Project
- Advanced MS Excel for tracking, reporting & Dashboards
- Project KPIs, Performance Reporting System
- Feasibility studies and technical project evaluations
- Site Safety Management & Coordination
- Projects Safety Planning & Implementation
- HSE Program Assessment & Training
- Audit Program development & Inspection
- Fire Prevention specialist
- Risk & Crisis Management
- Emergency Response & Planning
- Procedure development and implementation
- Document Management & record keeping
- Relationship Management & Arrangements
- Project Management & Welfare Coordination
- Cultural change and monitoring
- Manpower Management
- Leadership discipline & Regulatory Compliances
- HSE Management
- Project Coordination & Execution
- Construction Safety
- Risk Management
- Safety and Security
- Hot Work Safety Orientation
- Behavioral based safety
- Emergency procedure on project
- Fire Fighting
- Work Permit System
- Scaffold Safety
- Culture of Excellence
- Equipment Inspection
- Ladder Safety
- Environmental Management System
- Confined space Safety
- Waste Management
- Working at height
- Spill Control
- Excavation Safety
- Hazards Material Safety
- Air Quality Management
Websites
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate
- OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety – UK
- European Safety Council International Diploma in Health & Safety Engineering – UK
- Food Safety Management Certificate
- NEBOSH IGC 1, 2 & 3- International General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety – UK
- OSHAD Certified (QUDORAT)– Abu Dhabi Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner Certificate - UAE
- International Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) – UK
- ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor (IRCA) – Health & Safety Management System (OHSMS)
- ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor (IRCA) – Environmental Management System (EMS)
- Internal Auditor Certificate - Integrated Management system (IMS)
- Save a life, CPR, AED & First Aid Certificate
- Certificate of completion H2S and SO2
- HACCP Level 3 certificate (Food safety Management)
- Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CADD) (2D & 3D Modeling)
- Certified COSHH & Risk Assessor
- Certified the COSHH Manager
- Certificate of Accomplishment on Confined Space Entry
Personal Information
Title: Project Manager | HSE Practitioner | Public health | Environmental Engineering | Lead Auditor | PMP | Management System Auditor (QHSE) | Business Continuity Management | Risk Management | H2S Specialist | COSHH
Disclaimer
I declared that the above stated particulars are correct and true to the best of my knowledge and belief and will be presented upon request.
Career Breakdown
- Ejadah Asset Management Group, Dubai, UAE, Project Manager & Project HSE In-charge, 04/19 - 08/25
- Ali & Sons Holding LLC, Abu Dhabi, UAE, Project Health, Safety & Environment Manager, 06/17 - 03/19
- Discovery Employment LLC, Abu Dhabi, UAE, Construction Safety Officer, 06/15 - 03/17
- EL SEL I International LTD, Lagos & Port Harcourt, Nigeria, Safety Officer, 02/13 - 05/15
Professional Memberships
- Certified / Grad IOSH Member, 210764, Institute of Occupational Safety and Health - UK
- Transitional Safety Practitioner, TSP-18257, Board of Certified Safety Professionals - USA
Timeline
Project Manager & Project HSE Incharge
Ejadah Asset Management Group
04.2019 - 08.2025
Project Health, Safety & Environment Manager
Ali & Sons Holding LLC
06.2017 - 03.2019
Construction Safety Officer
Discovery Employment LLC
06.2015 - 03.2017
Safety Officer
EL SEL I International LTD
02.2013 - 05.2015
Master Degree - Occupational Safety & Hygiene Engineering
University Of Porto
Bachelor of Technology - Environmental Engineering
Indian Institution of Engineering
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Charisma University
Diploma - Environmental Engineering
Indian Institution of Engineering
BSS Diploma - Fire Engineering & Safety Management
Bharat Sevak Samaj
National Diploma - Business Administration and Management
Auchi Polytechnic Auchi