Key skills and expertise

With 24 years of experience in civil engineering and infrastructure development, the expert specializes in project design and management, particularly in erosion control and drainage systems. They have led international projects funded by the World Bank and Asian Development Bank, demonstrating expertise in client liaison, team coordination, and business development. Key accomplishments include managing large-scale erosion control projects in Nigeria and Fiji. Their technical skills encompass hydraulic design, hydrological analysis, and the use of Civil Storm and Storm Cad software. Leadership roles such as Senior Consultant and Project Manager have been held, showcasing their ability to guide complex projects to successful completion.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank. Responsibilities have included project management and design in infrastructure development, specifically in erosion control projects. The expert has been actively involved in World Bank-funded projects like the Newmap initiative in Nigeria and has participated in Asian Development Bank-funded road projects in Fiji. These projects were national in scope, focusing on infrastructure improvements in regions such as Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, and the Fiji Islands.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions at Nigerpet Structures Ltd and Mothercat Nigeria Ltd, with extensive work in the civil engineering and infrastructure sectors, focusing on roads, bridges, and erosion control. Previously held roles such as Senior Consultant and Project Manager, overseeing project design, management, and client liaison. This work spans international projects funded by organizations like the World Bank, with a geographic focus on Nigeria and Fiji. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge includes integrating business development with technical project execution, enhancing infrastructure projects' impact in regional development contexts. Their long-term assignments in Nigeria have provided deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues in Akwa Ibom State.

Languages and education

Bringing over two decades of experience, the expert possesses excellent proficiency in English, demonstrating strong communication skills across speaking, writing, and reading. This proficiency has been utilized extensively in international projects and collaborations. Additionally, they have a reasonable command of Bengali, which is their mother tongue, allowing for effective communication in relevant contexts. The expert holds a Master's in Business Administration from North South University in Dhaka, Bangladesh, completed in November 2007. Additionally, they earned a Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University in Bauchi, Nigeria, completed in February 2001.