Kwame Boahen Addai

Working on various integrated Oil and Gas projects in Calgary, AB, my responsibilities included:

• Performing structural analysis and design for oil and gas infrastructure, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.
• Developing and reviewing structural drawings, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to project requirements.
• Collaborating with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to integrate structural solutions into overall project designs.
• Assisting in the preparation of technical reports, design documentation, and calculation packages.
• Utilizing structural analysis software to model and simulate structural behaviour under various loads and conditions, optimizing designs for performance and safety.
• Responding to RFIs and RFCs from contractors and fabricators to resolve site specific and/or steel fabrication issues.
• Coordinating preparation of drawings with designers/drafters and checking of drawings.
• Reviewing and approving construction drawings, shop drawings, construction / execution methods and schedules.
• Supporting the preparation of project documentation for regulatory approvals and permits, ensuring all structural aspects meet regulatory requirements.

Working on various integrated infrastructure projects in Toronto, ON, my responsibilities included:

• Drafting, reviewing, and updating company technical specifications, ensuring alignment with industry standards and project requirements.
• Coordinating and conducting projects site visits, including kick-off meetings, to align stakeholders and assess initial project conditions.
• Managing regular correspondence with clients, contractors, suppliers, and projects teams to facilitate clear and effective communication throughout project life cycles.
• Presenting regular and periodic project reports and information to project stakeholders, ensuring transparency and keeping all parties informed of progress.
• Supporting the development of proposals, study reports, engineering specifications, contract documents, and award recommendations, contributing to the planning and execution of projects.
• Performing evaluations and completing quantity take-offs to develop repair/replacement strategies.
• Assisting in developing project budgets, scope of work/services, and managing activities to ensure compliance with established scopes and budgets.
• Reviewing and approving construction drawings, construction/execution methods and schedules to ensure accuracy and adherence to project specifications.
• Reviewing work for quality, accuracy, and non-conformances, maintaining high standards and project integrity.
• Managing change orders by issuing change directives/instructions to contractors, reviewing contractor-initiated change requests, evaluating change quotations/proposals, and preparing change orders.
• Providing engineering technical support during construction, including issuing site instructions and performing field reviews to address and resolve on-site issues.
• Supporting invoice review, processing, and payments, ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions.
• Assisting in claims evaluation/management and contract close-out activities, ensuring proper resolution and documentation for project completion.

Working on the multibillion-dollar, integrated infrastructure project, the Portland Flood Protection Project in Toronto, ON, my responsibilities included:

• Performing compaction testing, concrete testing, and caisson inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Monitoring the installation of piezometers and accurately recording water pressure readings at designated locations.
• Training new employees (both students and full-time) on site-specific testing and caisson inspection procedures, enhancing team proficiency and compliance.
• Coordinating effectively with the mainline crew, foreman, and other site personnel to streamline communication and workflow.
• Providing technical support in the field during construction, addressing issues and troubleshooting problems as they arose.
• Conducting regular site visits for mapping, surveying, and data collection, contributing to accurate project documentation and analysis.
• Attending weekly project review meetings with client representatives, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Preparing daily site reports summarizing activities, progress, and any issues encountered, ensuring thorough documentation.
• Assisting the Project Manager in defining project objectives and monitoring the status of the project.

Working on the Cap Lopez Coastal Protection Project, my responsibilities included:

• Reviewing project procedures, specifications and standards.
• Conducting comprehensive reviews to ensure alignment with project goals and regulatory requirements.
• Attending and participating in daily meetings with Project/Operations managers to track project progress and address immediate needs.
• Providing detailed reports on completed tasks, ongoing activities, and pending items to enhance coordination.
• Supporting scheduling efforts, optimizing resource allocation and task prioritization.
• Assisting in the preparation of daily and weekly progress reports showcasing project metrics.
• Assisting in the evaluation of contractor submissions to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.