ADAMU IBRAHIM TAFIDA
Dawaki
Summary
Dynamic Procurement Professional with over 13 years of experience in procurement, project management, facility management, and asset management. Proven track record in leading teams and executing large-scale projects from inception to completion while consistently meeting targets. Expertise as a Cost Estimator with strong analytical skills to forecast project costs, identify financial opportunities, and assess risks. Demonstrated ability to optimize budget allocation and reduce unnecessary expenses, enhancing project efficiency and profitability.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Quantity Surveyor
Modern Shelter
01.2023 - Current
- Negotiated tenders and subcontracts with suppliers, contractors and clients.
- Audited existing contracts to identify areas where savings can be made without compromising quality or service levels.
- Advised on procurement strategy, optimizing cost and quality of materials and labor.
- Communicated with clients and teammates to gather information regarding project budgets, schedules and objectives and optimize plans.
- Prepared expenditure statements and budget documentation during project execution.
Senior Project Manager
Design Cost Associates
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Directed project execution strategies, contingency planning, and problem resolution.
- Managed submittals and processing of Requests for Information between general contractor, owner, and owner's consultants.
- Delivered high level of service to clients to extend relationship and encourage further projects.
- Developed comprehensive project plans to be shared with stakeholders.
Resident Quantity Surveyor
Design Cost Associates
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Analyzed financial data including cash flows, budgets, forecasts, invoices to evaluate performance against agreed targets.
- Conducted detailed cost analysis and estimations for construction projects to ensure budget adherence.
- Attended meetings with clients, contractors and other stakeholders to discuss cost plans and review progress reports.
Education
Ph.D. - Construction Management
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
12.2024
M.sc - Construction Management
Coventry University
UK01.2013
B.Tech - Quantity Surveying
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
Bauchi01.2010
Skills
- Cost control
- Cost estimation
- Negotiation leadership
- Change order management
- Proposal coordination
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Commercial awareness
- Financial control
Affiliations
- Member, Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), 01/01/20, Present
- Member, Quantity Surveyors Registration Board of Nigerian (QSRBN), 01/01/18, Present
- Member, Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS), 01/01/17, Present
References
Available on Request
Awards
- Deans Award for being the 'Most Outstanding Student in Engineering and Computing Department', Coventry University, UK, 2013
- Faculty Award for being the 'Best student in Construction, Architecture and Building (CAB)', Coventry University, UK, 2013
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/15/86
- Gender: Male
Timeline
Head Quantity Surveyor
Modern Shelter
01.2023 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Design Cost Associates
01.2015 - 01.2023
Resident Quantity Surveyor
Design Cost Associates
01.2011 - 01.2015
Ph.D. - Construction Management
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
M.sc - Construction Management
Coventry University
B.Tech - Quantity Surveying
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
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