Daniel Yaw Sarfo

Background

About Daniel Yaw Sarfo

Accomplished Civil Engineer with over a decade of experience in project and construction management, structural evaluations, and geotechnical investigations. Expertise in overseeing large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and delivering within scope, budget, and schedule. Proficient in design software like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and project tools such as Microsoft Project and Tableau. Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of managing multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and stakeholder collaboration. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE •Delivered $50 million in completed infrastructure projects by successfully executing 15+ large-scale initiatives at the Port of Tema. •Reduced potential project risks by 25% through proactive mitigation strategies, safeguarding project timelines and financial integrity. •Managing Engineering Vendors. •Quality Assurance Management. • Adherence to industry standards, codes, and regulations through comprehensive quality control measures at every phase of the project. •Streamlined project workflows by reviewing 50+ detailed construction drawings, reducing errors and design-related delays by 25%. •Supervised the permitting process for major developments. •Conducted geotechnical investigations that led to optimized foundation designs, reducing construction costs by 15%. •Managing of construction contracts for small, medium to large scale capital projects. •Scope of work and drafting specifications. KEY SKILLS •Engineering and Construction •Project Management •Technical Proficiency •Project Tools: Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint •Programming/Visualization: SQL, Jira, Tableau, Oracle Visual Studio, Visio •Specialized Expertise: Regulatory Compliance & Industry Standards (Codes like AISC, ACI 318, ASCE 7), Sustainable, Development Practices, Site Investigations and Feasibility Studies. •Leadership and Problem-Solving: Analytical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving, Risk Management and Issue Resolution, Communication and Stakeholder Collaboration PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/AFFILIATIONS • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Professional Certificate, 2024 • Google Project Management: Professional Certificate, 2024 • Dredging Technologies Certificate, Antwerp, Belgium, 2022 • Seminar of FIDIC Contracts, 2020 • UNCTAD Train for Trade Port Management Programme, • Member Ghana Institution of Engineers (MGhIE – Reg No. 08782) • Sustainable Port Development Course, Japan