Bright Opoku
Quantity Surveyor
Accra,AA
Summary
Research-oriented Quantity Surveyor and Construction Manager with over five years of professional experience in cost management, contract administration, and infrastructure delivery. Holds an MSc in Construction Management, with research interests in sustainable construction, cost optimization, and digital transformation (BIM) in project delivery. Experienced in delivering complex civil, coastal, drainage, and mining projects across public and private sectors, providing a strong practical foundation for academic research. Particularly interested in integrating sustainability and cost efficiency through innovative and data-driven approaches in construction practice.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quantity Surveyor / Contracts Manager
Vuluxx Company Limited
Accra, Ghana
10.2021 - Current
- Managed contract execution and financial oversight to ensure project compliance and budget adherence for initiatives valued at nearly one billion USD.
- Developed comprehensive tender and contract documentation to facilitate World Bank-funded sanitation and landscaping initiatives.
- Developed interim payment certificates (IPCs) to maintain compliance with financial budgets and scheduled deadlines.
- Directed comprehensive cost estimation for construction projects to maintain compliance and enhance financial accuracy.
Quantity Surveyor (National Service)
Department of Urban Roads
Kumasi, Ghana
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed urban infrastructure initiatives to maintain compliance with budgetary, scheduling, and quality benchmarks.
- Managed financial planning and budget allocation for urban road projects to uphold fiscal integrity and regulatory standards.
- Oversaw supplier contract negotiations, focusing on maximizing resource efficiency and aligning project schedules.
Education
Construction Management
KNUST
Kumasi, Ghana12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics
KNUST
Kumasi, Ghana08.2020
Skills
- Software: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), AutoCAD, Chief Architect, PlanSwift
- Core Competencies:
- Contract & project administration
- Construction measurement & valuation
- Value engineering
- Budget planning
- Risk analysis
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Year – Vuluxx Company Limited
- Certificate of Excellence – Construction Technology Students Society, KNUST
Affiliations
Ghana Institute of Surveyors
Certification
- Certificate in Project Management – University of Adelaide (EdX, 2021)
- Certificate in Marketing – University of British Columbia (EdX, 2016)
- Certificate in Fundraising – Philanthropy University (EdX, 2016)
Languages
English – Fluent
Akan – Fluent
French – Beginner
Interests
My research interest is in the intersection of construction management, sustainability, and digital transformation in infrastructure delivery, particularly within emerging economies I am interested in how innovative tools such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and data-driven approaches can enhance cost optimisation, efficiency, and decision-making across the project lifecycle
A key area of my work explores the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into construction project management, with emphasis on developing practical frameworks that balance economic performance with environmental responsibility Drawing on my professional experience in large-scale civil and infrastructure projects, I aim to contribute to the advancement of sustainable, resilient, and cost-effective construction systems through applied research
Timeline
Quantity Surveyor / Contracts Manager
Vuluxx Company Limited
10.2021 - Current
Quantity Surveyor (National Service)
Department of Urban Roads
08.2020 - 08.2021
Construction Management
KNUST
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics
KNUST
Leadership Experience
- Organizing Secretary, Construction Technology Students Society, KNUST (2018–2019)
- Organizing Secretary, House of Faith Students & Associates KNUST (2017–2020)