IDOWU PETER OKE
Brampton
Summary
Good written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills with Proven ability to manage multiple assignments in highly pressurized situations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite tools including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently, proactively, innovatively, and creatively while exercising sound judgment.
A collaborator with extraordinary leadership qualities with strong ability to motivate and manage individuals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Infrastructure Project Manager
Ryder
06.2018 - 09.2022
- Harmonization of IT infrastructure from PKMS to SCALE software on Receiving and inventory control in Ryder ITC facility in Brampton to enable colleagues perform better om daily operation Led project teams
- Directed and coordinated project activities to ensure deliverables were achieved on time and within budget
- Worked with PMO on weekly basis, prepared and submitted weekly status reports, defined project context and limitations, monitored /controlled project deliverables and communicated to senior management any issues that may impact teams' delivery
- Tracked issues logs and action items from discovery to resolutions; partnered with various internal resources to seek resolution
- Reported on Projects progress to Sponsors, senior Management
- Developed risk register and forecast mitigation plans accordingly
- Collaborated with project teams and various internal stakeholder groups regularly.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall project performance.
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning among team members by providing regular training opportunities.
- Coordinated complex stakeholder engagements to align expectations and manage competing priorities effectively.
Facilities Project Manager
Taurus Holding Ltd
11.2014 - 12.2017
- Facilitated and coordinated the work of multiple project teams engaged in the establishment and implementation of new projects to assist the project management office Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance
- Evaluated results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified Risks
- Managed relationships, stakeholders' engagements and project financials across various Projects and program
- Identified barriers worked to remove these barriers to successfully complete overall project, with particular emphasis on resolving issues with subcontractors
- Created required project documentation, balanced stakeholder needs, and effectively negotiated trade-offs between scope, schedule, and budget
- Led project teams in projecting, tracking, and applying cost controls to effectively manage established budgets
- Acknowledge by Chief Financial Officer for establishing and maintaining 99% accuracy with projects
- Audited monthly vendor invoices for accuracy and contractual requirements
- Reduced the number of clients who rejected invoices by 80%
- Established new time sheets procedure to decrease variance in hours and billable time to clients
- Developed deliverable acceptance criteria and signoffs checklist with sponsors
- Developed and managed project risks and developed risk management plans procedures to mitigate risk threats.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on space planning initiatives, optimizing facility layouts for maximum productivity.
- Increased cost savings for facility projects through diligent budget monitoring and resource allocation.
- Championed technology integration into facilities management processes, resulting in streamlined workflows and increased operational efficiencies.
Project Coordinator
Ecobank Nigeria Plc
06.2008 - 10.2014
- Coordinated the work of multiple project teams engaged in the establishment and implementation of new projects to support the Project Managers' daily responsibilities
- Used database to research, gather, analyze, and present data
- Facilitated training for associates through daily coaching and regular business partnerships and performance appraisals
- Conducted observation, mystery shopping activities, interviews, and surveys for data collection on over 10 bank branches bi-monthly
- Modeled exceptional customer service and ensured associates understood direct link of revenue growth and customer loyalty cultivation techniques
- Managed quality assurance program including on-site evaluations, internal audits, and customer surveys.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
Education
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) -
Project Management Institute (PMI) in View
Project Management Professional (PMP) -
Project Management Institute (PMI)
07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sociology And Anthropology
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria08.2004
Skills
- Good written and verbal communication
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite tools
- Ability to work independently, proactively, innovatively, and creatively
- Sound judgment
- Extraordinary leadership qualities
- Ability to motivate and manage individuals
- Team Leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to problem solve
Projectmanagementtools
- SharePoint
- Planview
- Clarity
- JIRA
- Confluence
Msoffice
- Microsoft Word
- MS Access
- MS PowerPoint
- MS Excel
- MS Project
- MS Visio
- MS Outlook
Methodologies
- Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC)
- Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Models
- Waterfall
- Traditional Method
- Agile
- Scrum
Timeline
Infrastructure Project Manager
Ryder
06.2018 - 09.2022
Facilities Project Manager
Taurus Holding Ltd
11.2014 - 12.2017
Project Coordinator
Ecobank Nigeria Plc
06.2008 - 10.2014
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) -
Project Management Institute (PMI) in View
Project Management Professional (PMP) -
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Bachelor of Science - Sociology And Anthropology
Obafemi Awolowo University
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