Research Experience
Doctoral Researcher, 2022 – Present,
Department of Building Construction, College of Engineering, Virginia Tech, VA, U.S.
- Designed and planned experimental simulations of carpentry framing tasks for musculoskeletal disorder assessment.
- Collected data using wearable sensing technology such as EMG, EEG, ECG, IMU, pressure insoles, and eye tracking.
- Developed machine learning models for classification, regression, data analytics, feature selection, and dimensionality reduction.
- Preprocessed signals by processing, filtering, cleaning, analyzing, and extracting large datasets for scientific insights and decisions.
- Conducted and interprets various statistical analyses such as t-tests, ANOVA, correlation, and regression.
- Utilized modeling software like MATLAB and Python programming language.
- Researched wearable robotics, focusing on applied biomechanics, range of motion, cognitive load, fall risk, exertion, situational awareness, and trust.
- Conducted quantitative and qualitative research using surveys, semi-structured interviews, and focus groups, followed by data analysis.
Teaching Experience
Teaching Assistant, 2023 – 2024,
Department of Building Construction, College of Engineering, Virginia Tech, VA, U.S.
BC 3114: Building Systems Technology
- Assisted in weekly lectures and lab sessions.
- Assisted in grading students’ assignments, classwork, and exams.
- Coordinated class attendance and organized student groups for lab sessions.
- Held office hours to provide one-on-one assistance to students.
CEM 3154: Smart Construction
- Provided support for students by answering their questions and addressing areas where they needed help.
- Designed and taught a section of the course focused on sensing technologies for risk assessment.
- Assisted in conducting hands-on practical sessions with students.
Teaching Assistant, 2022 – 2023,
Department of Construction Management, Louisiana State University, LA, US.
CM 4202: Construction Enterprise
- Assisted the instructor in preparing and delivering lectures, labs, and assignments on construction cost and project management
- Provided feedback and suggestions to the instructor on improving the course content, delivery, and assessment methods.
- Conducted tutorials and office hours to help the students with their questions and doubts about the course topics and assignments.
- Supervised and graded the students’ projects.
Other Experience
Field Engineer, Summer 2024,
Allan Myers, Fairfax, VA, U.S.
- Conducted thorough surveys of the construction site with ground-penetrating radar equipment to assess engineering utilities challenges and requirements.
- Prepared work plans and look-ahead schedules for construction activities using Microsoft Excel and BlueBeam.
- Maintained detailed documentation of all site activities and reported on construction progress.
- Coordinated with project managers, other engineers, and the on-site team to resolve technical and operational issues.
- Ensured all construction activities complied with industry standards, environmental laws, and health and safety regulations.
- Ensured that all construction work met the specified quality standards and project requirements.
Cost and Project Manager, 2017- 2022,
HOS Consult, Lagos, Nigeria.
- Prepared Bills of Quantities and estimates for civil and engineering works, including piling works, roadworks, plumbing works, drainage systems, bridges, and building works using Microsoft Excel, Navis Work, and BlueBeam.
- Extracted quantities for building and engineering works from drawings and 3D models using CAD software such as AutoCAD, Navisworks, CostX, Revit, and QTO.
- Established and maintained project cost control procedures.
- Conducted periodic valuations of works for payments.
- Prepared tender and contract documents.