JOHN O. OWOLANKE

Civil Structural Engineer / Estimator

Calgary,Alberta

Summary

Dynamic Structural/Civil Engineer-in-Training with over 7 years of experience delivering innovative structural and civil solutions for complex industrial, infrastructure, and building projects, including foundations, tanks, substations, control buildings, and industrial facilities. Expertise in structural analysis and design for both concrete and steel structures, with a proven ability to review and coordinate multi-discipline drawings while conducting field reviews to ensure performance, constructability, and safety. Skilled in collaborating within multi-disciplinary project teams from concept through construction, consistently supporting project managers to achieve timely and budget-conscious delivery while leading smaller scopes independently. Committed to tackling technically challenging work and enhancing the built environment, with a particular focus on institutional and healthcare-related projects across Western Canada.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Project Coordinator / Field Engineer - Structural & Civil

Lolay Group Inc.

07.2025 - Current

Support structural and civil scopes on large-scale EPC and industrial construction projects, including oil & gas facilities, processing plants, foundations, substations, tanks, and pipeline works.
Interpret and review structural and civil construction drawings and specifications, guiding field crews and supervisors to maintain alignment with design intent and quality standards.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and progress measurements for structural concrete and steel elements, providing data for cost and schedule tracking.
Assist in developing work plans, work packages, and construction sequencing for structural activities, with emphasis on safe, efficient execution and constructability.
Coordinate daily site activities for multiple work fronts, including structural crews, equipment, and subcontractors, ensuring milestones are met.
Conduct site inspections, compile daily reports, photographs, and as-built information, and support resolution of field issues in collaboration with engineering and project management teams.
EPC & Industrial Projects | Canada

Project Engineer / Structural Engineer

Sterling Oil & Gas

01.2015 - 01.2023

Delivered structural engineering and field coordination support for oil & gas and power projects, including LPG/CNG plants, tank farms, control buildings, substations, pipelines, and industrial buildings.
Assisted senior engineers with structural calculations and design checks for foundations, slabs, beams, columns, and supporting structures, including modifications and strengthening of existing works.
Reviewed and coordinated architectural, structural, and MEP drawings and method statements to ensure constructability and compliance with applicable standards.
Conducted regular field reviews of structural works to verify workmanship, safety, and adherence to design; prepared technical reports and recommendations for remedial actions where required.
Coordinated surveying, layout, elevations, and control points for foundations and structures, ensuring accurate implementation of design.
Prepared material takeoffs, bid quantities, and estimating inputs; supported schedule updates, progress reporting, and change management for structural and civil scopes.
Supervised subcontractors on structural works, enforcing safety procedures and quality standards in alignment with client and regulatory requirements.
Oil & Gas, Power & Industrial Infrastructure Projects | Qatar

Education

Master of Engineering (MEng) - Civil Engineering (Structural Option)

Concordia University

Montreal, Canada

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Ibadan

Nigeria

01-2015

Skills

Structural analysis and design
Review and coordination of drawings
Site assessments
Preparation of technical reports
Preparation and review of method statements
Project support for budgeting
Communication with clients and stakeholders

Structural analysis software (SAP2000)
CAD/BIM interface (AutoCAD)
MS Word
MS Excel
MS PowerPoint
MS Project
Primavera P6

Accomplishments

Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Supervised a team of 14+ staff members.