JESSE ADU BAAH-ACHEAMFOUR
Kumasi
Summary
Goal-driven civil engineer professional with over three years of experience, ready to contribute extensive knowledge in engineering site development and project management. Proven success in coordinating complex construction projects, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. Known for collaborative teamwork and a results-driven approach, adaptable to evolving project demands. Key skills include site planning, project coordination, and quality assurance. I am ready to use and develop problem-solving skills and technical knowledge in any role I find myself in.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil engineer (Materials Engineer Assistant)
FIRST SKY CONSTRUCTION
TEMA
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted field density tests using the SDG machine to ensure proper soil compaction and compliance with project specifications.
- Performed Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) tests to assess soil bearing capacity for pavement and foundation layers.
- Collaborated with surveyors in the operation and interpretation of surveying instruments for setting out and level checks.
- Supervised earthwork activities, ensuring material placement, compaction, and quality control for road construction layers.
- Assisted steel benders by calculating and providing accurate rebar lengths for culvert construction, ensuring efficiency and material optimization.
- Monitored and ensured that proof rolling tests were carried out to check material stability and approve layers before subsequent construction.
- Supported the site team in quality assurance and compliance checks in line with project specifications and standards.
- Gained hands-on experience in site coordination, construction supervision, and materials testing within a major road project.
Civil Engineer (Voluntary Site Assistant)
Department of Feeder Roads
Kumasi
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducted thorough soil testing procedures to determine optimal foundation systems for various structures on site using the Terzaghi's Principle.
- Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers to ensure accurate and effective work done.
- Conducted a Mixed Design Test with a team of engineers on various soil and gravel materials for specific road construction purposes.
- Performed concrete strength testing using the Schmidt hammer on site as well as Field Density Test on compacted roads to ensure they meet required road specifications.
- Performed Laboratory and Field Test on soil and gravel materials to identify its strength suitability for both foundation of roads and road construction works using procedures like the CBR method (testing for swells, checking Plastic & Liquid limits), ACV & AIV test (Aggregate Crushing Value & Aggregate Impact value) identifying 10% fines and the DCP (Dynamic Cone Penetration) test methods.
- Proficient in the hydraulic design methods and procedures to enable the designing of culverts drainage systems.
Civil engineer
DBENIAKO CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
Kumasi
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Spearheaded the supervision and monitoring of all civil works construction on the Fomena Town roads project in the Adansi North District of the Ashanti region by executing contract works, including road formation, concrete works, surveying works, and road alignment works for compliance with design plans and specifications.
- Performed and assisted in all surveying works on site using the automatic level surveying instrument, ensuring accurate levels for excavation works, cut and fill to formation works, and proper boundary allocations on the Fomena Town roads project.
- Supervised construction progress on-site, addressing any discrepancies or issues promptly, while maintaining safety protocols on both Fomena and Dompoase road projects in the Adansi North District.
- Conducted regular progress reports and updates to keep project stakeholders informed.
- Provided technical direction to ensure that construction methods are efficient and effective.
CIVIL ENGINEER
FIRST SKY CONSTRUCTION
TEMA
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Conducted material testing (soil, gravel, concrete) for road construction projects, ensuring suitability, strength, and water resistance.
- Supervised U-drain and culvert construction, achieving 100% compliance with standards.
- Performed surveying, earthworks, and concrete tasks in the field that reduced 20% of the engineers' workload.
- Collaborated with a team of 7 to propose construction materials, which contributed to a defect-free road construction up to the base level for the Dome-Kwabenya Road construction project in Accra.
- Enhanced expertise in material testing with California Bearing Ratio (CBR) test equipment, including a compactor and a digital weighing scale, nurturing self-reliance in laboratory operations.
- Coordinated with engineers to ensure that road alignment met design specifications.
- Oversaw the installation of drainage systems to prevent road flooding.
- Provided technical direction to ensure that construction methods are efficient and effective.
Education
Diploma - Construction Management
Alison Online Certificate Program
United Kingdom03.2025
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CIVIL ENGINEERING
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
KUMASI, Ghana11.2022
Training - construction Software Skills, human relations and effective task performance
First sky construct management program 2023
TEMA, Ghana11.2022
Innovative Engineering Summit -
GESA Academy Forward Program 2022 KNUST
KUMASI, Ghana11.2021
Skills
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Mathematical formulas proficiency
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Technical reports (financial and physical)
- Project management
- Construction site management
- Civil 3D software proficiency
References
- Chief Ing. Justice Koranteng, Ashanti Regional Feeder Roads Director, 024-691-6188
- Ing. Daniel Odonkor, Materials Engineer First Sky Construction, 024-322-9295
Languages
- English, Advanced (C1)
- French, Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Civil engineer (Materials Engineer Assistant)
FIRST SKY CONSTRUCTION
08.2025 - Current
Civil Engineer (Voluntary Site Assistant)
Department of Feeder Roads
01.2025 - 07.2025
Civil engineer
DBENIAKO CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
08.2024 - 12.2024
CIVIL ENGINEER
FIRST SKY CONSTRUCTION
02.2022 - 05.2024
Diploma - Construction Management
Alison Online Certificate Program
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CIVIL ENGINEERING
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Training - construction Software Skills, human relations and effective task performance
First sky construct management program 2023
Innovative Engineering Summit -
GESA Academy Forward Program 2022 KNUST