Ejime Israel Chidi
Open to opportunitiesA results-driven Civil Engineering professional
Toronto, ON
About
A results-driven Civil Engineering professional with a completed MSc in Civil Engineering from the University of East London, bringing a strong blend of academic rigor and practical industry experience. Demonstrates proven capability in construction supervision, application of engineering design tools, and effective project coordination across multidisciplinary teams. Committed to delivering high-quality, sustainable infrastructure solutions while upholding industry standards, safety, and best practices.
Skills
- AutoCAD, ArchiCAD & Orion Engineering Software
- Civil & Structural Design Fundamentals
- Construction Quality Control & Assurance
- Materials Testing & Specifications Review
- Problem Solving & Engineering Analysis
- Project Coordination & Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Site Supervision & Construction Management
- Structural Drawing Interpretation & Technical Documentation
- Surveying, Levelling & Setting-Out Works
- Sustainable Infrastructure & Engineering Practices
- Technical Reporting & Site Documentation
- Time Management & Work Programme Support
Experience
Volunteer Site Engineer
FM Conway Ltd
Jun 2025 to Present
London, United Kingdom
Supporting the Lead Civil Engineer across multiple transport infrastructure and highway improvement projects within London, contributing to the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of works under the company’s Infrastructure Services Division. • Assisted the professional engineer in the planning, supervision, and execution of major infrastructure schemes including Silvertown Tunnel Signages (£1.5m). • Supported preparation of method statements, risk assessments, and quality assurance documentation for complex temporary and permanent works. • Conducted on-site inspections and surveys to ensure compliance with TfL standards, health and safety protocols, and design specifications. • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers to coordinate design interfaces and resolve technical issues. • Assisted in setting out works using levelling instruments and total station, ensuring accuracy in alignment, duct routes, and structural placements. • Contributed to materials testing, concrete and asphalt quality control, and waterproofing integrity checks. • Maintained daily site diaries, prepared progress reports, and tracked material deliveries and resource utilization. • Developed an understanding of sustainable highway and transport engineering practices, including asphalt recycling and environmentally responsible construction techniques.
Assistant Site Supervisor
Listo Construction Limited
Nov 2022 to Dec 2023
Proposed Residential Development, Building Construction • Supervised Casting and made sure the correct mix ratio of concrete is followed. • Transferred Level from one column to another using Levelling instruments. • Took records of stocks and sent request of building materials. • Supervised foundation works, ensured that the Iron Bender follow the correct spacings and the right sizes of reinforcements are used. Ensure that horse bends are placed between reinforcements. • Calculated the lap length to continue each columns • Supervised the Plumbers to ensure that fittings are placed in the right place and also in the right directions before the slab is cast. • Supervised the Electricians to ensure that fittings are placed in the right place according to the architectural plan. • Closely Supervised the masons during laying of bricks, ensured that the architectural plan is properly followed. Drew and marked out measurements to aid them.
Assistant Site Supervisor
JOEC Construction and Project Management Limited
May 2021 to Jun 2022
2021-2022: Proposed Residential Development, Building Construction • Drew and interpreted road plans, signs and links with other road networks • I supervised the excavation and compaction of the road from end to end and • I also worked with the Surveyors in setting out drainage.
Assistant Site Supervisor
Levant Construction Limited
Nov 2020 to Mar 2021
Life Road Construction. • Supervised drainage construction and made sure instructions were followed which was done before the road construction. • I worked with land surveyors, took levels on different points on the road with the help of the total station and leveling staff.
Assistant Site Supervisor
Siteworks Engineering Limited
May 2019 to Jan 2020
Adisababa Crescent. Proposed Residential Development, Building Construction. • Worked with Architects closely, drew and interpret plans using Autocad and Archicad Home Deluxe, knowing different symbols shown on building plans. • Supervised the laying of bricks on site, made sure the architectural plans and measurements are strictly followed by the mason.
Student Trainee
Student Work Experience Program (SWEP)
May 2018 to Nov 2018
• Worked in various divisions: Mechanical, Electrical, Computer and Civil Projects • Used the soldering Iron in the Electrical Division • Welded metal structures together using Cast Iron Welding Rod in the mechanical and Fabrication division. • I undertook group projects in various divisions. I found the mechanical division more interesting because I used the Lathe Machine.
Education
University of East London
Masters of Science of Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering
Docklands Campus
2024 to 2025
Dissertation: “Railway Asset Management and Monitoring Using Satellite Data: A Case Study of the Fen Line from Cambridge to Ely.”
Edo State University
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering
2017 to 2022
Dissertation: “Effect Of Desiccation On Compacted Clay Soil Treated With Almond Shell Ash (Asa).”
King Solomon’s College
Senior School Certificate of Education (SSCE)
2014 to 2017