Hakeem Olomowewe
@hakeemolomowewe
Executive engineering and project leader delivering EPC projects across Oil & Gas, Power, Telecom.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I’m an experienced engineering and project management executive with 30+ years delivering electrical, instrumentation, construction, maintenance, and EPC projects across Oil & Gas, Power, and Telecommunications. I lead end-to-end work—from project planning and engineering design review to procurement, construction supervision, commissioning, and maintenance.
As Managing Director / General Manager (Projects) at Habitué Nigeria Limited, I oversee EPC operations and manage multidisciplinary teams delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. I lead contract negotiations, tender preparation, and business development, while ensuring compliance with HSE, ISO, and client quality standards.
I’m recognized for managing large engineering and maintenance programmes for clients including MTN Nigeria and Helios Towers Nigeria, and for supervising PHCN power integration into the national grid. I also bring hands-on engineering background from roles supporting high-voltage transmission work, gas plant instrumentation installations, and shell utility electrical operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Managing Director (Projects)
Habitué Nigeria Limited
Jan 2002 - Present (24 years 6 months)
Led overall operations of an indigenous EPC engineering company, managing engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and maintenance projects for Oil & Gas and Telecommunications clients. Successfully managed major engineering and maintenance projects for MTN Nigeria and Helios Towers Nigeria, including power integration activities into the national grid.
Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer
LYK Engineering Company Ltd
Jan 2001 - Dec 2001 (11 months)
Reviewed electrical designs for power generation, transmission and distribution projects, including participation in 132/33kV and 33/11kV transmission work. Supported equipment selection and conducted transmission line surveys and feasibility assessments.
Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer
Daewoo Nigeria Ltd
Jul 2000 - Dec 2000 (5 months)
Supervised electrical and instrumentation installation for gas processing facilities, managing cable installation, termination and testing. Supervised grounding, lightning protection and control panel installations and led large construction teams.
Electrical Supervisor (Contract)
Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC)
Feb 1998 - Jun 2000 (2 years 4 months)
Maintained over 98% electrical power availability by supervising operation and maintenance of substations, generators and transformers. Managed preventive maintenance programmes and coordinated electrical testing and reporting activities.
Air Conditioning Supervisor (Contract)
Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC)
Jun 1994 - Jan 1998 (3 years 7 months)
Managed maintenance of central chilled water systems, packaged units and HVAC installations. Coordinated contractors, planned maintenance schedules and work orders, and supervised contractor personnel.
Electrical Supervisor
Todafek International Nigeria Ltd
Jan 1992 - May 1994 (2 years 4 months)
Provided technical supervision for electrical installations, equipment sourcing and preventive maintenance activities. Supported ongoing electrical maintenance and operational reliability through hands-on oversight.
Electrical Project Engineer
Gojin Success Construction Company
Sep 1991 - Dec 1991 (3 months)
Managed electrical construction projects and supervised building electrical installations. Installed and maintained generating plants as part of project delivery.
Lecturer (NYSC)
Bereton College
Jan 1990 - Jan 1991 (1 year)
Taught Physics and Auto Mechanics and conducted laboratory practical sessions. Coordinated sporting activities in addition to teaching responsibilities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Liverpool
Postgraduate Diploma, Business Administration
Earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration from the University of Liverpool.
Rivers State University of Science & Technology
Postgraduate Diploma, Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering from Rivers State University of Science & Technology.
Obafemi Awolowo University
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Completed a B.Sc. in Engineering Physics at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.
Zumratul Islamiyyah High School
West African School Certificate (WASC), Secondary Education
Completed the West African School Certificate (WASC) at Zumratul Islamiyyah High School.
Availability
Location
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