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Anarfi Kwae

Anarfi Kwae

Engineering and Business Development
Accra

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language

Work History

Project / Procurement Manager

Marinarf Ventures
01.2018 - 02.2022

a construction and supervision of Aluminium Composite Cladding for Omni bank ltd delivering 5 branches

  • Implemented cost-saving measures for project budgets through effective negotiation with suppliers making 20% savings
  • Facilitated change management initiatives, addressing operational challenges, and improving overall procurement practices within the organization.
  • Implemented best practices in procurement management that resulted in streamlined operations, increased savings, and improved collaboration between departments involved in the project life cycle.

Site Engineer (Consultants Representative)

Triedy Consulting Ltd
Accra
4 2021 - 7 2021
  • Construction of satellite base, setting of anchor bolts and template, fibre and power manholes construction, grounding works, fencing works, kerb laying and approach road construction, landscaping works, progress reporting, project scheduling
  • Ensured high-quality standards were maintained throughout project lifecycle by adhering to industry best practices and codes of conduct.
  • Delivered projects on time and within budget constraints by effectively managing resources, schedules, and risks.
  • Improved project efficiency by implementing advanced engineering techniques and cost-effective construction methods.
  • Streamlined communication between project stakeholders with detailed progress reports and timely updates.

Civil / Planning Engineer

Alubond West Africa
01.2016 - 12.2016
  • Preparation of works programme for various projects, daily tracking of progress from site and updating management on status of projects, providing accounts department with documented status of actuals of work executed on site, preparation of daily, weekly and monthly progress reports, attending site meetings with clients, supervision of Curtain wall and Aluminium Cladding works at Ridge hospital, handing over of completed project to client
  • Facilitated smooth handover of completed projects through comprehensive closeout procedures, including as-built documentation and post-construction evaluations.
  • Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between stakeholders and coordinating resources effectively.
  • Expedited project timelines by implementing efficient scheduling techniques, prioritizing tasks and resource allocation.

Project / Operations Manager

Brinarf Company Limited / Quintica Ghana Ltd
04.2011 - 12.2015
  • Construction of green field, roof tops and co-located sites for telecom Infrastructure companies, refurbishment of telecom sites, project sourcing, project planning, project scope management, project schedule and time management, construction safety management, monitoring and resolving power related incidents at Vodafone cell sites
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and increasing profit by 15%
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.

Civil Engineer / Site Supervisor / Resident Engineer

Infratech Ghana Ltd. / Leadcom Ghana Ltd. / Reime Ghana Ltd.
10.2006 - 02.2011
  • Construction and supervision of 100 cell sites, preparation and handing over completed cell sites to clients, supervision of green field tower construction, building of co-located sites, conducting technical site surveys, quality checks, installation of wave guard on selected Airtel sites, progress reporting and records keeping, allocation of materials to field engineers, approval of variations on site and review of working drawings, attending site meetings with clients representatives, project management, approval of electrical installations and grounding works on cell sites, estimating schedules and determining bill of quantities, reinforcement and backfilling approvals, transportation arrangements for subordinates, site visitation, concrete cube test
  • Conducted detailed site investigations to identify potential issues and develop appropriate remediation strategies.
  • Developed innovative solutions for complex engineering problems, enhancing overall project performance and functionality.

Resident Engineer

HAG Consult
01.2004 - 08.2006
  • Supervision of 20m span Dutch assisted steel bridge, supervision of 200m storm drain, concrete works, reinforcement works, interpretation of drawings, progress reporting, bridge construction supervision, conducting technical site surveys, estimating and quantity surveying, gabion works supervision, bridge approach road construction supervision, launching of steel bridge unto abutments, DFID Spot Improvement area council briefings, preparation of contract documents, surface dressing of road project

Resident Engineer

Adom Super Blocks Ltd, Kumasi
04.2003 - 11.2003
  • Supervision of feeder road construction, construction of box culverts, engineering survey, monitoring of quality control measures, supervision of sub base and base material laying, conducting field testing, progress reporting

National Service Personnel

Ghana Highway Authority, Takoradi
11.2001 - 08.2002
  • Affiliated to various departments, road maintenance, quantity surveying, survey & design, and materials division

Attachment Training

M/S M. K. Apeani Co. Ltd, Nkawkaw
- 11.1999
  • Rehabilitation of Nkwatia - Abetifi - Pepease Road, construction of side drains, culverts, reinforcement laying, earthworks and material testing

Education

CEMBA -

KNUST
Kumasi
05.2014 - 11.2016

BSc. Management Studies -

Central University
Accra
05.2010 - 07.2012

HND Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering

Takoradi Technical University
Takoradi
06.1998 - 11.2001

SSSCE - Science

Mpraeso Senior High School
Mpraeso E/R
01.1995 - 06.1997

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Certification

APMG, UK, ITIL v3 foundation Certificate, July 2011

Marital Status

Married

Personal Information

Nationality: Ghanaian

References

  • Mr. Lakshmipathy Satarayanan, Project Manager, Alubond West Africa, 0266574371
  • Mr.Philip Ansah, Roll-out Manager, Leadcom Ghana Ltd, 020 1133921
  • Prof. Henry Mensah Ph.D, Thesis Supervisor, Faculty of Human Resource and Administration, KNUST - Kumasi, 0202525004

Training

  • DFID / DFR Introduction to DFID / DFR SIPM Project 3days (Crystal palm hotel - Accra)
  • District assembly/ Area council briefings 3days (Manet Paradise Hotel, Ada Foah)
  • Road mapping, Road inventory, Technical analysis and District ranking briefings - 3days (crystal rose hotel - Ahodwo Kumasi
  • Dutch Assisted /DFR Modular Steel Bridge Project (Dijkstal) Seminar on modular steel bridge assembling and launching unto bridge abutments- Adeiso Project Site

Timeline

Project / Procurement Manager

Marinarf Ventures
01.2018 - 02.2022

Civil / Planning Engineer

Alubond West Africa
01.2016 - 12.2016

CEMBA -

KNUST
05.2014 - 11.2016

Project / Operations Manager

Brinarf Company Limited / Quintica Ghana Ltd
04.2011 - 12.2015

BSc. Management Studies -

Central University
05.2010 - 07.2012

Civil Engineer / Site Supervisor / Resident Engineer

Infratech Ghana Ltd. / Leadcom Ghana Ltd. / Reime Ghana Ltd.
10.2006 - 02.2011

Resident Engineer

HAG Consult
01.2004 - 08.2006

Resident Engineer

Adom Super Blocks Ltd, Kumasi
04.2003 - 11.2003

National Service Personnel

Ghana Highway Authority, Takoradi
11.2001 - 08.2002

HND Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering

Takoradi Technical University
06.1998 - 11.2001

SSSCE - Science

Mpraeso Senior High School
01.1995 - 06.1997

Site Engineer (Consultants Representative)

Triedy Consulting Ltd
4 2021 - 7 2021

Attachment Training

M/S M. K. Apeani Co. Ltd, Nkawkaw
- 11.1999
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