Accomplishments During the Tenure of Dr. Femi Balogun (2019 –2023)

Dr Femi Balogun
DG (2019-2023)

During the tenure of Dr. Femi Balogun as Director General, QS Academy experienced a period of remarkable growth, professional recognition, and strategic collaborations that significantly advanced its mission of capacity building in Quantity Surveying and allied fields. Under his leadership, the Academy undertook several high-impact trainings and certifications that enhanced the skills and credibility of professionals across both public and private sectors.

  1. Construction Arbitration Certification Program

QS Academy organized two rounds of the Construction Arbitration Certification Training at the International Centre for Arbitration and Mediation, Abuja:

  • January 2019: 38 professionals certified.
  • June 2019: 31 professionals certified.

This initiative strengthened the role of Quantity Surveyors in dispute resolution and contract enforcement.

  1. Collaboration with ICPC and ActionAid Nigeria

In March 2020, the Academy conducted a specialized training on Project Procurement and Cost Management for 45 investigators of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). This was funded by ActionAid Nigeria and marked the start of a national partnership that led to the deployment of Quantity Surveyors for monitoring constituency projects across the country. The impact of this collaboration gained media recognition through 2020–2022.

  1. Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Professional Training

QS Academy facilitated comprehensive capacity development in PPPs by delivering APMG Certified CP3P programs at all three levels:

  • Foundation Level (June 2020) – 20 candidates certified.
  • Preparation Level (March 2021) – 12 candidates certified.
  • Execution Level (October 2021) – 12 candidates earned full CP3P credentials.

These globally recognized certifications empowered Nigerian professionals with international PPP project competencies.

  1. Capacity Building for Government Agencies

In September 2020, the Academy trained 80 staff of the Fiscal Responsibility Commission on Monitoring and Evaluation of Capital Projects. The training emphasized the relevance of Quantity Surveyors in public fiscal accountability.

  1. Green Building Advocacy

In alignment with global sustainability goals, QS Academy hosted two webinars in September and October 2021 on Green Building and the Role of the Quantity Surveyor, attracting 65 participants. This promoted environmental consciousness within the built environment sector.

  1. Needs Assessment and Costing for Public Planning

QS Academy, in collaboration with PCDI, organized a high-level training in September 2022 on Needs Assessment and Costing of Development Projects. Fifty professionals were trained on cost modelling techniques using real case studies. The training introduced advanced methodologies for evidence-based budgeting in public policy.

  1. PPP Bid Document Interpretation Training

In September 2023, the Academy delivered training on Understanding Bid Documents for PPP Projects to 23 Quantity Surveyors, further consolidating QS Academy’s footprint in PPP education.

Dr. Femi Balogun’s leadership laid a strong foundation for professional excellence, institutional partnerships, and national impact. His strategic vision and academic leadership transformed QS Academy into a credible hub for industry-relevant training in Nigeria.

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