Stephen Deewhy

A highly motivated and technically proficient Quantity Surveyor with over seven years of progressive experience in pre- and post-contract cost management across commercial, residential, and industrial construction projects. Holds an MSc in Quantity Surveying (Merit) from the University of Salford and Student Membership with RICS. Demonstrated expertise in cost planning, procurement, contract administration (JCT, NEC, FIDIC), and financial reporting.

Now seeking to establish a UK-based QS career, bringing strong technical rigour, academic grounding, and a proven record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

Support Worker - Exemplar Health Care - United Kingdom

(2025-03)

Maintaining continuous professional employment in a regulated UK environment while actively pursuing Quantity Surveying opportunities.

• Ensured full compliance with health and safety regulations and care home standards in a professionally regulated setting.
• Evaluated care interventions and recommended adjustments to individual care plans, demonstrating analytical thinking and accountability.
• Developed strong communication and time management skills transferable to client-facing QS roles.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - HCNG Project Services Limited - Nigeria

(2018-01 - 2023-08)

• Prepared detailed cost plans, cash flow forecasts, and CVR reports for monthly reviews, ensuring diverse portfolio projects remained within agreed budgets.
• Managed subcontractor accounts and payment applications; designed and implemented a milestone payment system in collaboration with the consultant QS, improving cash flow predictability and financial stability.
• Administered variation and change order claims, successfully negotiating settlements totalling up to 8% of initial contract sums while preserving programme and quality standards.
• Conducted advance payment utilisation analyses and submitted AFPs to facilitate steady cash flow and early identification of financial risk.

Resident Project Manager - Ravega Construction Limited - Nigeria

(2017-01 - 2017-12)

• Prepared quotations, priced enquiries, and end-of-month payment applications, maintaining full audit trails.
• Produced cash flow forecasts and CVR reports to monitor and control monthly project costs.
• Managed subcontractor accounts and issued invoices, ensuring prompt and accurate payment processing.
• Delivered all projects within budget through meticulous cost planning and financial oversight.

Intern Quantity Surveyor - ASK Electrical Limited - Nigeria

(2016-01 - 2016-12)

• Prepared bills of quantities, contract documentation, and labour and material schedules to support efficient resource planning.
• Produced monthly cost reports and valuations, supporting timely payments and accurate financial tracking.
• Managed variation and change order claims, maintaining financial control and project integrity.

MSc - Quantity Surveying - University of Salford (2023-08 - 2024-12)

HND - Quantity Surveying - The Polytechnic Ibadan