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Osmond Ikwueme

Osmond Ikwueme

Spring Mountain,Australia

Summary

Accomplished and results-driven Quality Manager with extensive global experience in leading quality systems within engineering and manufacturing environments. An expert in designing, implementing, and managing Quality Management Systems (QMS) to meet international standards and exceed customer expectations. Adept at fostering a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and driving operational excellence.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

McConnell Dowell
01.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: Port Kembla Energy Terminal -Marine Works and Onshore receiving facilities & Fitzory to Gladstone Water Pipeline Project
  • Supporting the Quality Manager in overseeing the end-to-end implementation and compliance of the QMS across all project activities
  • Reviewed Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) to ensure that they are tailored to latest construction execution procedures, drawings and project specifications
  • Led daily and weekly field surveillance audits to verify adherence to material quality and procedural standards, to ensure execution compliance
  • Established a training framework for staff on quality responsibilities, focusing on evidence-based decision-making and corrective actions
  • Collaborated with leadership to achieve/monitor monthly Quality KPI targets while driving customer satisfaction through enhanced operational practices
  • Improving the NCR closure process by aligning with agreed rectifications and reducing resolution time
  • Fitzory to Gladstone Water Pipeline Project

Field Quality & Materials Manager

Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.
05.2019 - 12.2022

Company Overview: Project - Etihad Rail & Infrastructure Project, Package 2C-Dubai

  • Directed the quality assurance framework for multi-million-dollar rail infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and quality benchmarks
  • Material testing witness and reports review for rock aggregates,plastic and steel products for compliance to specification.
  • Concrete batching plant and quarry inspecting and audit.
  • Successfully achieved ISO 9001:2015 recertification with zero non-conformances, elevating the company's industry reputation
  • Assumed interim Programme Quality Assurance Manager responsibilities, overseeing the development of quality initiatives and aligning them with program objectives
  • Developed and deployed automated KPI dashboards, reducing reporting preparation time by 40% and enhancing data visibility for decision-makers
  • Led internal cross-inspections for critical rail components, including test reviews and documentation of non-conformance trends
  • Managed supplier audits, ensuring full compliance with contractual obligations and fostering supplier quality improvements

Quality Control Manager

Zahrat Al Safa Contracting LLC
01.2018 - 05.2019
  • Company Overview: Project: 5Nos
  • 10-storey building, Azizi Rivieria, Nad AL Sheba 1, Meydan,Dubai
  • Reduced recurring non-conformance rates by over 90% through enhanced process controls and rigorous corrective action protocols
  • Established and monitored a statistical KPI framework for evaluating and improving project quality outcomes
  • Conducted quality audits across multiple project sites, identifying deficiencies and driving corrective actions that boosted overall compliance
  • Planned and executed compliance training programs for subcontractors and project personnel, embedding a culture of quality awareness
  • Delivered timely and accurate technical reports and audit summaries to senior management and stakeholders
  • Project: 5Nos
  • 10-storey building, Azizi Rivieria, Nad AL Sheba 1, Meydan,Dubai

QA/QC Manager

TAAZ Construction
08.2014 - 07.2016
  • Company Overview: Precast elements manufacturing, Dubai
  • Designed comprehensive quality plans, including ITPs, quality tracking systems, and corrective action protocols, enhancing project outcomes
  • Conducted ISO 9001 Gap Analysis to identify process shortfalls and implemented strategies to bridge these gaps effectively
  • Led project-wide quality meetings to address issues, mitigate risks, and align team objectives with client expectations
  • Oversaw quality audits and surveillance activities, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards across all project phases
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes on complex oil and gas infrastructure projects
  • Precast elements manufacturing, Dubai

Lead QA Engineer

Habtoor Leighton Group (HLG)
09.2012 - 07.2014
  • Company Overview: Project: Zubair Oilfield Production Facilities Construction for ENI & Weatherford Middle East
  • Directed quality assurance operations for high-value oil production facilities, ensuring alignment with client and regulatory standards
  • Redefined project inspection checklists, significantly improving first-time inspection pass rates and minimizing rework
  • Delivered strategic quality audits and root-cause analysis, ensuring project adherence to specifications
  • Conducted weekly quality toolbox talks, reinforcing compliance and fostering a proactive quality culture among project personnel
  • Project: Zubair Oilfield Production Facilities Construction for ENI & Weatherford Middle East

Quality Engineer

Bureau Veritas
12.2009 - 08.2012
  • Company Overview: Project: Takreer Refinery Expansion Project & Khalifa Port Industrial Zone Project (Packages 208 and 211)
  • Supervised quality systems for large-scale marine and civil projects, implementing and auditing quality management frameworks
  • Enhanced data management processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping and retrieval for audits and compliance checks
  • Delivered targeted inspections and quality assessments, ensuring consistent alignment with project objectives
  • Project: Takreer Refinery Expansion Project & Khalifa Port Industrial Zone Project (Packages 208 and 211)

Civil Quality Control Supervisor

Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Limited
05.2007 - 07.2009
  • Company Overview: Working on behalf of the Technical Advisor- Shell Global Solutions, the Hague
  • Managed quality assurance for dredging and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications and safety standards
  • Implemented data-driven KPI tracking systems for monitoring project progress and quality performance
  • Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams to achieve quality objectives and maintain schedule integrity
  • Working on behalf of the Technical Advisor- Shell Global Solutions, the Hague

Estimation Support Engineer

Van Oord Marine and Dredging Contractors
12.2005 - 04.2007
  • Supported cost estimation and tender processes for large-scale marine construction projects
  • Conducted site inspections to align cost predictions with on-ground realities, improving estimate accuracy

Project Civil Engineer

Monier Construction
01.2002 - 11.2005
  • Oversaw project execution, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality parameters
  • Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation plans for project challenges

Education

Certificate in Quality Engineering Management -

Technische Universität München
09.2015

Bachelor of Civil Engineering - undefined

University of Ibadan
09.2001

Skills

  • Quality Management System (QMS) Implementation
  • Material Testing, Evaluation & Performance Analysis
  • Quality Audits & Compliance (ISO 9001:2015, Six Sigma)
  • Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
  • Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Procedures knowledge
  • Leadership, Team Development & Resource Optimization
  • Quality Risk Management
  • Material Durability & Environmental Resistance Assessment
  • Documentation Control & Technical Reporting
  • Expert in Aconex, InEight, Bentley Projectwise,AutoCAD,Excel, GPT Prompting,SQL,QA Testing and Business Analysis

Accomplishments

  • Consistently met and exceeded Quality KPI targets across multiple high-profile projects.
  • Successfully led teams to achieve ISO certifications and maintain compliance with industry standards.
  • Part of the team that participated in the development of the world's first certification in Construction Quality by American Society for Quality.

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

McConnell Dowell
01.2023 - Current

Field Quality & Materials Manager

Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.
05.2019 - 12.2022

Quality Control Manager

Zahrat Al Safa Contracting LLC
01.2018 - 05.2019

QA/QC Manager

TAAZ Construction
08.2014 - 07.2016

Lead QA Engineer

Habtoor Leighton Group (HLG)
09.2012 - 07.2014

Quality Engineer

Bureau Veritas
12.2009 - 08.2012

Civil Quality Control Supervisor

Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Limited
05.2007 - 07.2009

Estimation Support Engineer

Van Oord Marine and Dredging Contractors
12.2005 - 04.2007

Project Civil Engineer

Monier Construction
01.2002 - 11.2005
  • ISO 9001:2015 QMS Lead Auditor, Bureau Veritas, 2017
  • Six Sigma Black Belt Training, Simplilearn, 2014
  • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), 2013
  • Certified Construction Quality Manager, in view, 02/01/25

Bachelor of Civil Engineering - undefined

University of Ibadan

Certificate in Quality Engineering Management -

Technische Universität München

Certifications & Affiliations

  • Certified Construction Quality Manager - ASQ (in view Feb 2025)
  • ISO 9001:2015 QMS Lead Auditor – Bureau Veritas (2017)
  • Six Sigma Black Belt Training – Simplilearn (2014)
  • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) (since 2013)


  • Professional Member, Construction Quality Australia
  • Corporate Member, Nigerian Society of Engineers (COREN)
  • Member, American Society for Quality
  • Graduate Member, Institute of Civil Engineers, UK


Osmond Ikwueme