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Directorate of Physical Planning

DIRECTORATE OF PHYSICAL PLANNING (DPP)
OBJECTIVES OF DIRECTORATE OF PHYSICAL PLANNING (DPP)

The primary aim of the Directorate of Physical Planning and Development is to Co-ordinate the physical development of the university.

 

Objectives

• The Directorate is directly responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the performance of the following objectives amongst others:
• Responsibility in vital areas of Physical development for correlation of accommodation briefs with Physical briefs as well as preparation of data for interventions from donor agencies;
• Responsibility for providing the briefs on all new projects;
• Ensuring that all design submitted by the Consultants/Contractors conform to the NUC guidelines, user requirements and in line with the University’s Master Plan;
• To provide classes, Lecture Theatres and Laboratories equipped with relevant chemical and up to date (Modern) equipment for practical and research commensurate with Student growth;
• To provide road network linking various Units and Segments of the University in accordance with the Master Plan.
• Responsible for contract administration of all awarded projects i.e. includes management Evaluation Monitoring and preparation of progress of works.
• Preparation of interim valuation certificates and making recommendation for payments.
• Responsible for checking and making recommendations to the University Management on all claims of variations additions or omissions.
• Developing and implementing long – term plans for the university’s infrastructure,
• Overseeing Construction and renovation projects and ensuring that the university
facilities are safe and accessible for all users.
• Ensure that all construction and renovation projects are carried out in a coordinated and efficient manner.
• Ensuring that all renovation projects meet the University standards of quality, safety and sustainability.
• Planning for and managing the construction of new facilities.
• Coordinate the design of new facilities.
• Promoting the university image and brand.
• Monitoring and evaluating the conditions of existing facilities.
• Coordinating the leasing and management of off campus facilities.
• Providing regular reports and updates to the University management

 

Arc Abimbola A. Oke, Mnia

Ag. Director, DPP

ABOUT THE DIRECTORATE OF PHYSICAL PLANNING (DPP)

Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi (FUTIA) is Nigerian University established in June 2021, by the Federal Government of Nigeria.

The Directorate of Physical Planning and Development under the Office of the Vice- Chancellor, is responsible for the physical planning and development of the University. The Directorate is responsible for ensuring the provision of the physical facilities and infrastructures needed for the University’s operations, from design to supervision of the construction of buildings in line with the University Master Plan.

ADMINISTRATION & UNITS IN DPP

The Directorate has five Departments, namely:
1. Architectural Services
2. Civil Engineering/Structural Engineering Services
3. Mechanical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Services
4. Quantity Surveying Services
5. Survey Services

STAFF & RANK
  1. ARC OKE, ABIMBOLA ADEOLUWA, MNIA – PRINCIPAL ARCHITECT/AG. DIRECTOR
  2. ARC. SAMPSON, UBONG UKO – ARCHITECT I
  3. USUNGURUA UDEME UDOUSORO      – ARCHITECT II
  4. USORO RAYMOND BONIFACE – ARCHITECT II
  5. HANSON, EDIDIONG AKPAN – TOWN PLANNER II
  6. UKU, UBOHO JAMES              – BUILDING OFFICER II
DPP MILESTONE SO FAR
  1. The Directorate succeeded in supervising the Renovation of the Take-off Campus Project to practical completion and the facilities are now being used for the university activities.
  2. The Directorate designated space for the activities of vendors on campus i.e. mami market layout.
  3. Perimeter Fencing of the Take-off campus is near completion.
  4. Nine Contracts were awarded between 2022 and 2023 and are ongoing at various levels of completion.
Mission
Vision
Philosophy

Mission

The Mission of the Directorate of Physical Planning and Development is the planning and provision of Physical Infrastructural facilities needed for the overall development of the University.

 

 

 

Vision?

Our Vision is tailored towards the overall objective of providing conducive built-up environment for teaching, learning and research activities for Students and staff.

Philosophy ?

The Philosophy of the Directorate of Physical Planning and Development derives its mandate from the general Philosophy of the University, the adopted University Master Plan, NUC Standard and professional ethics.