Damilare Raimi

Seasoned engineering and project management professional with over a decade of progressive experience in project controls, facilities management, capital project delivery, and business systems support within the FMCG and manufacturing sectors. Proven track record of managing budgets, project schedules, and financial reporting to support data-driven decision-making. Adept at applying engineering principles and financial controls to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution. Technically proficient in Microsoft Excel, MS Project, Oracle, and business systems administration. Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).

Finance Business Systems Support Analyst

New Flyer Industries, Winnipeg, MB | Nov 2023 – Present

• Administered SharePoint sites, lists, and workflows; designed Power Automate flows to automate reporting and processes.
• Managed IT projects, system configurations, and change requests, ensuring seamless project execution.
• Developed and deployed an Oracle concurrent jobs monitoring and alert system using Power BI and Power Automate, improving reporting reliability by 25%.
• Led installation of Visi TVs across finance locations, enhancing real-time visibility of KPIs and operational metrics.
• Implemented a backup cheque-printing system to ensure business continuity and mitigate operational risks.
• Coordinated project testing and deployment, providing training and end-user support.

Desktop Support Analyst (Intern)

New Flyer Industries, Winnipeg, MB | Sept 2023 – Oct 2023

• Supported end-users through phone, remote, and in-person troubleshooting.
• Configured Windows 11 desktops, laptops, and peripherals; managed users in Active Directory.
• Implemented 5S practices in IT office and equipment storage, improving efficiency.

Maintenance Technician

1. Edison Properties, Winnipeg, MB | Mar 2022 – Dec 2022
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• Conducted preventive and corrective maintenance on structural and mechanical systems.
• Delivered facility support in compliance with safety protocols and operational standards.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

1. Perfetti Van Melle, Nestlé, and Unilever Nigeria – 2011–2021
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• Project Engineer, Perfetti Van Melle (May 2019 – Mar 2021)
• Technical Services Manager, Perfetti Van Melle (Apr 2021- Oct 2021)
• Assistant Project Engineer, Nestlé Nigeria (Mar 2018 – Sept 2018)
• Facilities Manager, Unilever Nigeria (Jan 2014 – Oct 2017)
• Project/Procurement Engineer, Unilever Nigeria (Mar 2011 – Dec 2013)

Project Management & Execution

• Designed and managed startup phases of capital investment projects, achieving on-time, on-budget vertical startup.
• Supported Engineering Manager in developing project charters, contributing to On Time In Full (OTIF) delivery.
• Oversaw installation and commissioning, ensuring compliance with project scope, specifications, and quality standards.
• Developed and maintained integrated project schedules using Microsoft Project, tracking milestones, dependencies, and resource allocation.
• Coordinated contractors and internal teams, enforcing company standards to ensure compliance and timely delivery.
• Prepared project handover documentation for smooth closeout and transition to operations.
• Promoted safety and health protocols, achieving zero lost-time incidents.
• Managed construction and capital projects, optimizing equipment, manpower, and resources to meet deadlines.

Budget Planning & Financial Controls

• Prepared annual Repairs & Maintenance and Capital Expenditure budgets, supporting facility upkeep and project delivery.
• Delivered projects within budget and timeline, increasing production output from 4,500MT to 5,000MT/year and improving gross margin by 10%.
• Managed service level agreements with third-party vendors, achieving 98% forecast accuracy for R&M budgets.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering – University of Ibadan, Nigeria, Nov 2009.

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering – The Polytechnic Ibadan, Nigeria, Mar 2004.

Network and Systems Administrator Certificate – Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology, Winnipeg, MB, Oct 2023.