Richard Okai

Dedicated and results-driven Civil Engineer with over five years of hands on experience in construction supervision, project management, environmental and social compliance, and cost estimation. Proven ability to interpret technical drawings, ensure quality control, and deliver projects within schedule and budget. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and maintaining strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Committed to contributing technical expertise to innovation infrastructure and sustainable development projects.

Assistant Site Engineer / EHS Officer at Quality Assured Engineering Company Limited (2025-01 – 2025-12)

• Assisted lead engineers in drafting and reviewing project plans, ensuring clarity and precision in construction phases.
• Implemented quality control measures that reduced project errors, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Collaborated with project managers to ensures all project components aligned with client specification and safety standards.
• Implemented environmental and social safeguards to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory.
• Maintained detained records of site activities related to environmental and social management.
• Contributed to sustainable construction practices and environmental protection.
• Conducted daily toolbox meetings to promote workplace safety and risk awareness.

Assistant Project Site Engineer at ADB Ghana Limited (2024-03 – 2024-09)

• Assisted in setting out buildings and verifying slab levels and column positions.
• Reviewed technical drawing and ensured accuracy in project execution.
• Supported project planning, monitoring, and reporting activities.
• Prepared weekly labor wage bills and progress reports.
• Ensured compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Coordinated with stakeholders and contributed to project presentations.

National Service Personnel (Civil Engineer) at Parliament House of Ghana (2022-11 – 2023-09)

• Supported the preparation of design proposals, charts, and technical presentations.
• Developed a maintenance manual for the Tower Block (Job 600).
• Conducted inventory assessments and compiled technical reports.
• Assisted in facilities management and infrastructure maintenance.

Student Intern at Accra Metropolitan Assembly (2021-09 – 2022-01)

• Assisted engineers and project managers with permitting, reporting and construction activities.
• Supported the design and implementation of public infrastructure projects.
• Gained practical knowledge of urban development and municipal engineering.

Student Intern at State Housing Company Ltd (2020-10 – 2021-01)

• Reviewed tender documents document and supported project teams.
• Estimated material quantities and costs for construction projects.
• Assisted in feasibility assessments and procurement processes.

BTech in Civil Engineering – Accra Technical University (2024)

Higher National Diploma (HND) in Civil Engineering – Accra Technical University (2022)