Solomon Nkpoku ,Mnse
About Solomon Nkpoku ,Mnse
Solomon Nkpoku is a Shutdown Coordinator at ExxonMobil with extensive experience in project management, particularly in planning, project control, scheduling, and cost control within the Oil & Gas industry.
Title at ExxonMobil
Solomon Nkpoku serves as a Shutdown Coordinator at ExxonMobil. His role involves planning and execution of shutdown activities, focusing on maintaining operational efficiency and minimizing downtime. His efforts contribute to the overall safety and productivity within the company. In addition, he holds the position of Principal Planning Engineer for Shutdown Planning & Execution at ExxonMobil, located in Eket, Nigeria, since 2019.
Work at Nigeria LNG Limited
At Nigeria LNG Limited, Solomon functions as a Senior Planning Engineer for Production Maintenance Turnaround. His responsibilities include detailed planning and scheduling of maintenance activities to ensure seamless production processes. His role at Bonny has been essential in optimizing maintenance schedules and improving operational efficiency since 2015.
Previous Roles in Project Control and Planning
Solomon has extensive experience in project control and planning across various companies. Notably, he worked at Aveonoffshore Ltd as a Senior/Lead Planning & Control Engineer from 2013 to 2015. He also served as a Planning and Project Control Engineer at Grinaker-LTA beginning in 2010. Furthermore, his previous positions at OilSERV as a Planning/Control Engineer from 2008 to 2010 and at San-tuze Engineering as a Construction Project Planner from 2007 to 2008 reflect his deep expertise in these areas.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Solomon Nkpoku earned his Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Chemical/Polymer Engineering from the Federal University of Technology Owerri. He also holds a Diploma in Project Management from Prevailing Institute Nigeria. These academic credentials underpin his professional expertise and competencies in the engineering and project management fields.
Proficiency in Project Management Tools and Software
Solomon is proficient in using Primavera Project Planner (P3) versions 3.1, 5.0, and P6. His skills extend to various computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access. This technological proficiency enhances his ability to manage and control projects effectively, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget constraints.
Experience in Oil & Gas Industry Projects
Solomon has significant experience working on projects in the Oil & Gas industry. He has lent his expertise to Total's OFON project as a Project Control Engineer and Project Planner. Additionally, he has been involved in Chevron projects such as OAGM and DSQ in various capacities, including Planning & Scheduling Engineer, Project Control Engineer, and Project Coordinator. His broad knowledge encompasses areas such as Engineering, Fabrication, EPC, and EPIC with respect to Design, Estimating & Planning, Construction, and Coordination.