Adama Olumo
Summary
Sustainability enthusiast focused on recovered building resource efficiency in the construction industry. To enhance my productivity, I have continually developed my skills through initiatives like the McKinsey Forward program and expanded my understanding of sustainability principles through courses like the Circular Economy and Theories of Sustainability Management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Researcher
University of Waterloo
05.2021 - Current
- Adapted 3D scanning for spatial data collection of building materials at stores, for the development of a sustainable methodological framework for reuse.
- Engineered an optimization program for sourcing of both new and used building components.
- Utilized advanced Excel functions for data filtration, sorting, analysis and integration with tools like Revit, OneClick LCA, CPLEX OPL, and Dynamo.
- Utilized a Life Cycle Assessment tool (OneClick LCA) to assess the embodied energy of a Revit building models for framework application.
- Employed mapping and visualization tools such as Mapbox, Microsoft Power BI, and Google Maps API to create models depicting project value and outcomes, enhancing communication of the project's significance.
Civil Engineer (QA/QC)
Vita Construction Ltd
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Monitored project development by assessing adherence to building drawings, ensuring the quality of work met established standards.
- Liaised with clients and architects to facilitate timely implementation of proposed changes, fostering effective communication channels.
- Executed technical tests in a timely manner, maintaining foresight records for assessment by supervising governmental bodies.
- Created and presented detailed site progress reports, actively participating in and facilitating site meetings with key stakeholders.
- Managed all site drawings, updates, and changes, ensuring seamless coordination across departments.
- Developed a comprehensive site report for the batching plant, monitoring resource usage and assessing daily concrete production quality for various project components.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Structures and Construction Engineering
University of Waterloo
01.2025
Master's Degree - Civil Engineering and Management
University of Glasgow
01.2019
Bachelor's Degree - Civil Engineering
University of Brighton
01.2017
Skills
- Microsoft Power BI
- Data Gathering, Analysis & Synthesis
- Engineering Drawing Reading and Development
- One Click LCA
- Revit
- Microsoft Excel
- Linear Programming (CPLEX IDE)
- 3D Scanning
- AutoCAD
- Quantitative & Qualitative Research
- SPSS
- Matlab
- Atena 2D
- MIDAS
- Life Cycle Assessment (One click LCA)
- SketchUp
- NVIVO
- SAP 2000
Certification
McKinsey Forward Program - McKinsey & Company
CPD certified certificate in Leadership and Management
CPD certified certificate in Business Management Consultancy
Honors Awards
Teaching Assistant Excellence Award - University of Waterloo, 02/2023, This award was in recognition of my contribution as a teaching assistant within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Yoruba
Native or Bilingual
Publications
Aida Mollaei, Brandon Byers, Carolina Christovan, Adama Olumo, Catherine De Wolf, Chris Bachmann, Carl Haas (2023).A global perspective on building material recovery incorporating the impact of regional factors, 2023: Journal of Cleaner Production, Volume 429, 139525,ISSN 0959-6526, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2023.139525.
Olumo, A., Zhang, J., & Haas, C. (2022). Reality Data Capture for Reclaimed Construction Materials. Transforming Construction with Reality Capture Technologies, 2022: The Digital Reality of Tomorrow. https://doi.org/10.57922/TCRC.614
Olumo, A,and Al-Hammoud, R. (2023). LEARNING WHILE IMPACTING THE COMMUNITY AROUND YOU. Engagement and Impact, 2023.
Zhang, J., Olumo, A., & Haas, C. (2022). Reality Data Characterization of Recovered Construction Materials for Generative Design. Transforming Construction with Reality Capture Technologies, 2022: The Digital Reality of Tomorrow. https://doi.org/10.57922/TCRC.623
Timeline
Researcher
University of Waterloo
05.2021 - Current
Civil Engineer (QA/QC)
Vita Construction Ltd
01.2019 - 01.2021
Doctor of Philosophy - Structures and Construction Engineering
University of Waterloo
Master's Degree - Civil Engineering and Management
University of Glasgow
Bachelor's Degree - Civil Engineering
University of Brighton
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