About Us
About CEPCS
Building clarity, control and confidence for every capital project.
Cost Engineering and Project Control Services Limited provides research, benchmarking, and advisory support that improves the performance of capital projects and project delivery systems. We strengthen organizations with world class cost engineering, project control, and risk management expertise that creates measurable value and lasting operational impact.
Trusted Expertise
Over thirty years of combined project control experience across oil and gas, energy, construction, and infrastructure.
Company background
Cost Engineering and Project Control Service Limited is a Cost Engineering Consultancy Company providing leading advisory services to clients on capital effectiveness. We provide research, benchmarking, and consulting services to improve the performance of capital projects and project systems.
CEPCS was founded in 2022 inspired by Engr. Johnson Awoyomi’s passion for advancing excellence in Cost Engineering and Project Control.
Guiding Purpose for Every Project We Deliver
Our Strategic Direction
This section brings together our mission, vision, and mandate into one clear narrative. It gives clients a complete view of what drives our decisions, how we create value, and the future we are building toward.
Our vision
To be the leading global authority in Cost Engineering and Project delivery excellence across Africa
Our mission
Our mission is the successful, efficient, and effective delivery of capital projects. At CEPCS, we believe that nations, organizations, families, and individuals grow by executing projects and programs that deliver measurable value. Projects that fail to meet objectives often become liabilities. Our passion is to ensure success through disciplined project control, cost optimization, and best-in-class management practices.
Our values
At CEPCS, our values define our identity and shape every engagement with our clients,partners, and team members.
● Integrity: We honor our commitments and deliver on our promises. Every project we undertake is executed with accountability, reliability, and consistency.
● Professionalism and Ethics: We uphold the highest standards of professional conduct. Our team maintains strict confidentiality, complies with global best practices, and ensures that quality is never compromised.
● Honesty: We communicate with clarity and candor. Our clients can rely on us for accurate information, objecti ve assessments, and transparent reporting at every stage of the project.
● Transparency: We operate with openness and accountability. Through our open-book management approach, we ensure clients have full visibility into project progress, costs, and outcomes.
Our Mandate
Our mandate is threefold:
● To build in-country capacity in cost engineering and project services.
● To provide high-quality cost engineering, project control, and project management services.
● To create sustainable value and returns for our stakeholders.
We Are Ready to Support Your Next Project
Get in Touch With Us
Reach out to our team for inquiries, consultations, or partnership opportunities. We respond promptly and ensure you receive the guidance and clarity you need. Whether you are starting a new project or improving an existing one, we are here to help you move forward with confidence.
Delivering Exceptional Project Performance and Trusted Advisory
Why Choose CEPCS
CEPCS combines global standards, proven methodologies, and practical implementation to help clients achieve successful project outcomes. Our client-first approach ensures solutions are tailored, measurable, and sustainable.
Tailored Solutions
Every project is unique. We design solutions specifically for each client’s needs, ensuring maximum relevance and effectiveness.
Track Record of Success
CEPCS has consistently improved project outcomes and reduced risks, demonstrating tangible value across multiple engagements.
Trusted Advisory Support
Our client-first mindset provides ongoing guidance and insights, helping teams navigate complex project challenges with confidence.
Proven Methodologies
Our approaches are grounded in real industry experience, giving clients confidence in reliable, best-in-class practices.
Practical Implementation
We blend global standards with real-world realities, ensuring strategies are actionable and deliver measurable results.
Meet the experts shaping CEPCS vision and strategic direction
Leadership
Our leadership team is made up of seasoned professionals with decades of experience across engineering, project management, legal strategy, operations, branding, and organizational development. Their combined expertise drives the mission of CEPCS and ensures that every project is executed with excellence, precision, and integrity.
Engr. Johnson Awoyomi
Principal Consultant
Principal Consultant
Engr. Johnson Awoyomi
Engr. Johnson Awoyomi is a seasoned Cost Engineering, Cost Estimating and Project Management professional with over thirty years of experience in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Sector. He is the Principal Consultant at CEPCS, a former Region 9 Director of AACE International, and a past President of the AACE Nigeria Section.
A Certified Cost Professional, he developed the NNPC Historical Cost Database and served as Cost Advisor to the NNPC Tender Board. He led the specialized ‘Cost Engineering and Project Management’ training under the Petroleum Industry Act capacity building program. As an accomplished writer and speaker, with three published books, he continues to drive innovation and strategic partnerships in Cost Engineering and Project Control.
Previous Positions Held
- Ex-Senior Technical Adviser (STA) Honourable Minister of State Petroleum Resources, Nigeria
- Ex-Region 9 Director for AACE Int (for Europe and Africa)
- Ex GGM NNPC Engineering and Technology Division (ETD)
- Ex-MD NETCO (one of the NNPC companies)
- Ex-President AACE Int Nigerian Section
- Ex-General Manager, NNPC Cost Engineering Division
Professional Memberships
- Fellow, Nigerian Society of Engineers (FNSE) – Registration No. 06344
- Registered Engineer, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) – Registration No.R.6149
- Fellow, Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers (FNSChE) Registration No. M0549
- Fellow, Occupational Safety and Health Association (FOSHA)
- Fellow, Institute of Management Consultants (FIMC)
- Member Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) International
- Certified Cost Professional (CCP) by the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) International
- Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) by the AACE International
- Project Management Profession (PMP)
Awards received
Engr. Awoyomi’s wealth of experience and excellence in service delivery has not gone unnoticed, as he has been honoured with numerous awards and prominent recognitions some of which include:
NNPC GMD Merit Award in 1995 at NETCO for single-handedly handling the design of Shell Petroleum Dev Co Uzere Tapioca Drying Facilities
NNPC GMD Merit Award as the Most Valuable Soldier in the NNPC Fuel War Room, April 2010
NNPC GMD Merit Award as the most innovative soldier in the NNPC Fuel War room, April 2010
NNPC GMD Merit Award as the overall best student in the NNPC COMDP Class 038, June, ‘06
GED, Corporate services Merit Award as the overall best student in the Project Work – NNPC COMDP Class 038, June 2006
GGM IT, Merit Award as the overall best student in the Computer Appreciation – NNPC COMDP Class 038, June 2006
GGM HR, Merit Award as the overall best student in Course Work COMDP Class 038, June ’06
NETCO Managing Director’s Merit Award 1995, as the most Outstanding Engineer of the Year
Awarded 2nd Price for the 1995 Young Managers’ Competition Lagos
Board and Management Profiles
Tolulope Awoyomi
Company Secretary and Legal Analyst
Company Secretary and Legal Analyst
Tolulope Awoyomi
Tolulope Awoyomi bridges the worlds of artificial intelligence and legal practice through research, teaching, podcasts, books, public speaking, and practical tooling. Her work focuses on ensuring that AI adoption is safe, ethical, and impactful for legal professionals and technology teams. With four years of dedicated experience in teaching and demystifying artificial intelligence for professionals, she is also the author of several books, including ‘Bridging AI and Law’ and ‘Simple Book of AI’, and develops courses on YouTube and Udemy. She holds an LL.M. in Business & Finance Law, an M.S. in Information Systems Technology, and a Professional Certificate in AI & Machine Learning from MIT.
She holds an LLM in Business and Finance Law, an MS in Information Systems Technology, and a Professional Certificate in AI and Machine Learning from MIT.
Tolulope Awoyomi
Company Secretary and Legal Analyst
Toluwalope Odubanjo
Executive Assistant and Brand Manager
Executive Assistant and Brand Manager
Toluwalope Odubanjo
I work as an Executive Assistant and Brand Manager at Cost Engineering and Project Control Services (CEPCS), where I play a vital role in supporting executive leadership, optimizing operational efficiency and driving strategic brand initiatives.
With a background in International Relations, I have complemented my academic foundation with a Certification in Social Media Management, a Chartered Postgraduate Diploma in Customer Relationship Management, and I am currently advancing my professional qualifications with the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management.
My work bridges the gap between administrative excellence and strategic brand development, ensuring that both the internal operations and external representation of the organization consistently reflect professionalism, innovation, and value.
Beyond my professional endeavors, I am passionate about networking, singing, and exploring innovative approaches to team development.
Toluwalope Odubanjo
Executive Assistant and Brand Manager
Technical Assistant
Davids Ayodele
I am a Technical Assistant with a strong commitment to supporting efficient project execution, documentation management, and operational excellence. In my role, I provide vital technical and administrative support to ensure smooth coordination across teams and the successful delivery of organizational objectives.
My responsibilities include preparing and reviewing technical documents, assisting in project planning and reporting, maintaining records, coordinating meetings, and ensuring effective communication between departments. I am skilled at managing multiple priorities, solving problems proactively, and maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism in every task.
Driven by a passion for continuous learning and improvement, I take pride in contributing to systems and processes that enhance productivity and collaboration. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, research, and exploring innovative approaches to professional and technical development.
Davids Ayodele
Technical Assistant