Volunteering
Kwabena Wiafe-Debrah
Project Manager - Commercial Solar Developer
Accra
Summary
A skilled visionary with experience in high level planning and the utmost understanding of working to budgets, timelines and the overall functionality of architectural structures.
Possessing a proven ability to lead project teams to successfully deliver agreed upon solutions of the highest quality, often in complex and challenging customer environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Director
CSGH Limited
03.2018 - Current
Associate Project Manager
Lumentech Energy Solutions
01.2016 - Current
Architect
Knak Design Partnership / St. Anne’s Development Ltd
09.2014 - 12.2016
- Design of new Kasoa Polyclinic, Design and Rehabilitation of Classroom blocks in Ga South and Kasoa Municipal Assemblies, Design and supervision of Grace Plaza Mall at Ofankor in Accra, Review Design and Recommendations for Military Hospital in Afari, Kumasi, Facilitation of building permits for Movenpick Residential Apartments, Design and supervision of Sanford Health Clinics in Kasoa and Ejisu, Optimising and delivering the most coherent designs for construction teams, Liaising with the clients and surveyors and adapting to meet their requirements, Finding and implementing solutions to environmental concerns, Presenting CAD drawing to contractors, Troubleshooting any problems that arose
Architect
Associated Consultants & Sages Engineering Ltd
10.2011 - 08.2014
- Design and supervision of construction of residential buildings in Accra, Design of drinks bottling plant for southern star company limited, Tropicalisation of Euroget military hospital at Afari, Design of Tema Transit terminal for Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, Supervision of construction of Mantrac Workshops at Tarkwa and Takoradi, Supervision of construction of Hull Blyth Container Terminal, Analysing architectural requirements and implementing improvements, Managing time and delivery deadlines
Junior Associate
Innovative Design Services
06.2008 - 08.2009
- Design and supervision of construction of residential buildings in and around Kumasi, Design and supervision of construction of Juabeng Chief’s palace, Design and supervision of construction of fuel pumping station with guest chalets, Design and supervision of construction of four storey SDA maternity hospital, Design and supervision of construction of Kwadaso Methodist Church, Design of new dormitory block at Asanteman Senior High School, Design of basic school at Fawade
Design Consultant
Crewe Christian Concern
06.2007 - 05.2009
- Interior design consultant for the Cheshire Crewe Christian Concern, Understand what the client wants and needs, and communicate effectively throughout the consulting process
Intern
Picea Design
06.2006 - 08.2006
- Conversion of barns into residential property, Supervision of the construction of homes in Crewe and Sand Bach
Intern
Associated Consultants
06.2004 - 08.2005
- Worked under Architect Kpani Addy covering numerous projects
Education
Post-graduate Diploma (Hons) Architecture - PG Architecture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana 01.2009 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Architecture - Architecture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana 01.2003 - 05.2008
S.S.S.C.E Certificate - General Arts
Achimota School, Accra
01.1999 - 05.2001
Skills
Architectural designProject Supervision and ManagementDetailed knowledge of design and deliveryStrong analytical skills, attention to detail and commercial awarenessCADQuality control and quality assurance
Strategic Planning
Project Management
Project Tracking
Technical Support
References
- Edwin Owusu-Akyaw, 0244073374, Lumentech energy solutions
- Roy Spruce (Architect), 01270-762958, Picea Design, Sand Bach, United Kingdom
Accomplishments
- Reduced department operating costs by 11% in 10 months.
- Saved the company $56,000 over 3 years by implementing a successful productivity improvement plan.
- Designed a company-wide safety awareness program, resulting in a 53% reduction in reported injuries.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Affiliations
- Rotary International
Certification
Project Manager, Lumentech Energy Solutions - [Timeframe]
Interests
Football
Timeline
Director
CSGH Limited
03.2018 - Current
Commercial Solar engineering, Procuring and Construction Training by Lumentech (Pty) South Africa- One Year
02-2017
Project Manager, Lumentech Energy Solutions - [Timeframe]
07-2016
Associate Project Manager
Lumentech Energy Solutions
01.2016 - Current
Architect
Knak Design Partnership / St. Anne’s Development Ltd
09.2014 - 12.2016
Architect
Associated Consultants & Sages Engineering Ltd
10.2011 - 08.2014
Post-graduate Diploma (Hons) Architecture - PG Architecture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
01.2009 - 05.2011
Junior Associate
Innovative Design Services
06.2008 - 08.2009
Design Consultant
Crewe Christian Concern
06.2007 - 05.2009
Intern
Picea Design
06.2006 - 08.2006
Intern
Associated Consultants
06.2004 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Architecture - Architecture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
01.2003 - 05.2008
S.S.S.C.E Certificate - General Arts
Achimota School, Accra
01.1999 - 05.2001