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adedamola ojerinde

Project Manager/Scrum Master

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Project manager at ReteIcons
Studied Architecture at Cardiff University
Studied Architecture at Covenant University
Studied Architecture at Covenant University
Management Consulting
Joined October 26, 2023

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English
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Native or Bilingual
Yoruba
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Fluent
French
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About
Dedicated and well-organized Project Manager with a track record in efficiently coordinating and managing projects to from start to finish. Extensive experience in developing comprehensive project plans, work breakdown structures, and schedules to ensure project goals align with organizational objectives. Competent in resource allocation, risk assessment, and risk mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines and budgets. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Devoted to continuous improvement and adept at adapting strategies to agile, hybrid and waterfall project environments. Ready to utilize these skills to drive seamless project execution and contribute to your organization's progress.
Experience
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ReteIcons
Mar 2023 – Present
Project manager
• Demonstrated staff leadership in monitoring project team members and building strong working relationships at all levels. • Expertise in project and financial management required for small and large project, with a meticulous focus on customer experience enhancement. • Led and facilitated daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning sessions, and retrospectives, enhancing team collaboration and productivity by 20%. • Coached and mentored team members on Agile principles and practices, enabling successful Scrum framework adoption and deliver high-quality products on-time to ensure customer satisfaction. • Collaborated with product owners and stakeholders to prioritize and refine the product backlog, ensuring alignment with business goals. • Implemented visual tracking systems, such burndown charts, to provide real-time visibility into project progress and mitigate potential risks, leading to a 30% reduction in project delays. • Conducted sprint retrospective, driving continuous improvement. • Resolved conflict among team members to ensure smooth running of sprint goals. • Promoted transparency by ensuring all the activities and task carried out within the team were shown on the boards. • Exceptional organisation, analytical and problem- solving skills while addressing technical and non- technical challenges. • Proficient in seeing the bigger political picture and directing efforts to key areas while considering the needs of various stakeholders. • Facilitated communication and collaboration between the developing teams, stakeholders, and business owners. • Consulted with external stakeholder in managing project deliverables were achieved within budget and time. • Proven management skills, detail- oriented and data- driven skills required to improve performance of a project processes.
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DBMX (Design, Building and Maintenance Xperts
Jun 2020 – Dec 2021
Project Planner
• Developed detailed project plans and critical path analyses with a strong focus on customer experiences, aligning project work breakdown structure with customer experience. • Conducted risk assessment and identified potential roadblock, implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project schedules and budgets are maintained resulting in 15% reduction in delays. • Collaborated with project stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring a common understanding and agreement on project parameters leading to an increase in 20% project delivery efficiency. • Proficient issue management, anticipating and documenting project risks and delays to minimize adverse impact. • Utilized project management software to monitor project progress, track tasks and generate reports for management and stakeholders. • Coordinated resource allocation and availability to optimize project performance and meet deadlines effectively. • Skilled in status report and financial report using Primavera P6, JIRA to ensure transparency with stakeholders to manage expectation. • Conducted regular project status meetings, providing updates on project progress, risks, and issues, and adjusting project plans as needed.
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Cardiff University
Apr 2016 – Mar 2021
Researcher
• Conducted extensive research on the effect of partially replacing Ordinary Portland Cement resulting in a decrease in CO2 released into the environment from the construction of walls. • Managed communication, expectation of deliverables in a timely manner • Produced status report at different critical stages within the project. • Conducted risk assessment, management and reported result to ensure deliverables at key stages. • Developed and implemented innovative methodologies and experimental protocols, leading to significant advancements in the field and recognition from peers and supervisors. • Contributed to the development and delivery of innovative and affordable building design methods through the utilisation of agriculture waste product. • Presented research findings at national and international conferences, effectively communicating complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences, and receiving positive feedback. • Ensured continuous monitoring of project process and stages and removed any impediment.
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Cardiff University
Jul 2017 – Dec 2019
Tutor
• Assisted students in improving academic performance by providing personalized tutoring sessions, resulting in a 20% increase in overall grades. • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs, leading to a 15% improvement in comprehension and retention. • Collaborated with teachers to track students' progress, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing targeted strategies to address learning gaps. • Mentored and motivated students to develop effective study skills and time management techniques, resulting in a 25% decrease in procrastination and improved self-discipline.
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Mega Project
Oct 2014 – Mar 2016
Graduate Project Planner
• Assisted in project planning by creating detailed plans, schedules, work breakdown structures and ensuring project goals and milestones were clearly defined. • Collaborated with cross- functional teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, and support staff to resolve issues and keep project on track. • Maintained organised project documentation, including contracts, change orders and meeting minutes. • Prepared project status report for various stakeholders, highlighting progress, challenges and solutions were adequately documented. • Ensured project deliverables met the quality standards and adhered to project requirements.
Education
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Cardiff University
Apr 2016 – Mar 2021
PhD, Architecture
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Covenant University
Sep 2012 – Mar 2014
MSc, Architecture
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Covenant University
Sep 2008 – Jun 2012
BSc, Architecture