DEINMA SAMMY SILAS-DIKIBO
VIC
Summary
Skilled Project Planner/Scheduler with over 5 years’ experience in project planning/scheduling, and 10 years’ experience in Construction Claims across diverse sectors. Proven track record in planning and executing multi-million-dollar projects. Qualified with a Master of Business Administration (Oil and Gas Mgt), and LLB. Bringing a strong blend of technical and strategic value to drive project and organizational success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
P6 Planner/Scheduler
TNO Projects
04.2020 - Current
- Planned, scheduled, and controlled project and bid schedules across multi-disciplinary teams.
- Developed integrated master schedules incorporating multiple contractor inputs.
- Established project control systems, codes, and tools for effective schedule management.
- Created progress measurement systems linked to budgeted deliverables.
- Prepared resource curves, man-power histograms, and productivity reviews.
- Delivered Earned Value reports analyzing performance against baseline schedules.
- Produced schedule look-ahead reports and recommended actionable solutions to PMs.
- Provided inputs to monthly reports including scope, cost, risk, and resourcing updates.
- Conducted schedule analysis through project lifecycle stages (Plan, Design, Execute, Close).
- Delivered technical guidance, training, and mentoring across planning teams.
- Reviewed and developed accurate work packs focused on timely project delivery.
- Liaised with contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones.
- Key Projects
- GCO/Lynas Process Plant Upgrade Project [Mining-$5m]
- ARC Eastern Goldfields Rail Rehabilitation Project [Rail-$100m+]
- Maintaining & controlling ECM Electrical & Instrumentation scope for Tianqi Lithium Hydroxide Plant [Mining-$12m]
- Development & maintenance of Vestas/Windhoist 57.6MW Cherry Tree Windfarm [Renewable-$100m].
Construction Claims Consultant
LDCs Consulting Ltd
04.2011 - 07.2020
- Analyzing project schedules and documentation.
- Identifying delay causes.
- Preparing and substantiating claims.
- Providing expert opinions.
- Negotiating and mediating.
- Legal guidance and compliance monitoring.
- Productivity and Impact analysis.
- Consulting and advising.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Oil and Gas Management
Coventry University
05.2013
Bachelor of Laws - LLB Hons
Rivers State University
01.2008
Skills
- Advanced project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management
- Expert in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project (Online, Server, Stand-alone)
- Delay Claims specialist (EOT)
- Strong communication, leadership, stakeholder engagement, and team collaboration
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Visio
- Excellent analytical thinking, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills
- Experienced in earned value management, governance reporting, and agile project controls
- Skilled in critical path analysis, and performance monitoring
Certification
- Google Project Management
- Agile Project Management
- Project Controls & Primavera P6 Training
- MS Project Management & PMP Certifications (in view)
Timeline
P6 Planner/Scheduler
TNO Projects
04.2020 - Current
Construction Claims Consultant
LDCs Consulting Ltd
04.2011 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Laws - LLB Hons
Rivers State University
Master of Business Administration - Oil and Gas Management
Coventry University
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