Career Details

BP/ AIOC (April 2005 - Dec 2006)

Position Held: Planning Engineer (Client Representative)

Subsea Pipelines - ACG Phase II, BP Shah Deniz, ACG Phase III

Developed the overall subsea schedule, integrating drilling activities, jacket and topsides installation program, power cable and FOC installations, pipelay activities, subsea spools and structures installation, diving tie-ins and metrologies, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, on three oil and gas development projects sanctioned by BP/ AIOC, namely ACG Phase II, BP Shah Deniz and ACG Phase III. It was recognized when the integrated schedule was developed that there would be a need for flexibility to take account of changing constraints, e.g. changes to the transportation and installation schedule, drilling program, vessel availability and weather. However, this flexibility requirement was not fully defined and is constantly changing, making scheduling effort very difficult. Provided support on schedules to the various teams, co-ordinating and interfacing schedule issues among the different project groups, clients and contractors, to identify and mitigate potential constraints at an early stage. Prepared progress and productivity measurement packages on all subsea related activities for BP's management and corporate reviews, initiated and promoted the discipline of planning with other engineering/ operations departments, in line with the requirements and structure of integrated planning. Ensured that schedule, progress reports and manpower histograms were prepared in accordance with project requirements, and maintained all plans in readiness for weekly and monthly reporting. Reviewed resource allocation and recommended enhancement wherever necessary.

McDermott Caspian Contractors Inc, Azerbaijan (Sep 2003 - Mar 2005)

Position Held: Section Leader, Planning & Scheduling

Upgrade of DSV Tofiq Ismailov, Client - BP/ AIOC

DSV Tofiq Ismailov was a diving vessel previously used by the Russian military during the Soviet occupation of Azerbaijan. After the country gained independence in 1993, the vessel became redundant. Due to canal restrictions into the Caspian, BP/ AIOC had decided to lease the vessel from the Azerbaijan government and convert it into a DP2 commercial diving vessel to support their oil development projects in the Caspian Sea. Main refurbishment scope included, total overhaul of the thruster system, installation of new DP equipment, accommodation upgrade, new aft bridge, new offices, installation of new launch and recovery systems, main engines upgrade, refurbishment of hvac, crane and winches, major pipework and installation of an integrated management system. Developed detailed construction schedule based on CTR packages and maintaining the relevant CTR catalogue. Specified planning requirements and developed appropriate formats for receipt of required information from the various CTR Managers. Ensured that schedule, progress reports and manpower histograms were prepared in accordance with client's requirement. Performed weekly measurement of progress on-site and validating them against the baseline schedule. Ensured that new interfaces are identified, agreed and included into the overall schedule. Identified critical, sub-critical activities and analyzing their impacts on the overall schedule. Suggested possible corrective actions to avoid/ minimize any such impacts. Reviewed resource allocation and recommended enhancement wherever necessary. Participated in progress review meetings, risk workshops and construction meetings. Prepared ad-hoc presentation materials as required.

Caspian Shipyard Company, Azerbaijan (Jun 2001 - Aug 2003)

Position Held: Senior Planner

Lead the Planning & Cost Control department since late 2001, was responsible for the organization, management and execution of all planning activities in the yard. Provided full planning, work management and analysis of the project operation activities, verifying and supervising activities performed by the yard, sub-contractors and all other entities involved in the projects, onshore and offshore. Assisted in the development of project budget cost estimates and management reviews of individual projects. Prepared strategy plans to ensure that cost/ planning tools were capable of meeting the company's business needs. Responsible for the training and education of the local employees in the areas of project planning and scheduling.

DSS20-CAS-M Semi-Submersible, Client - Maersk Contractors

The DSS20 semi-submersible project was the second collaboration between KFELS and Caspian Shipyard, the first being the construction of the Trident 20 jack-up for Transocean Sedco Forex. Participated in the strategy planning phase, from the development of concepts to segregation of work scope. Developed an integrated schedule for both in-country and out-country work scopes, reviewed the drawing and document register used at level 5 to ensure that all associated drawings are identified and entered into the scope of work. Coordinated with the procurement team in establishing the equipment and materials register and defining the 'Required On-Site' dates. Pro-active in all matters relating to schedules, highlighting and offering solutions to problems. Performed weekly measurement of progress on-site and validating them against the baseline schedule. Participated in weekly client progress meetings to review project status and resources supplemented by Gantt charts, progress S-curves and manpower histograms. Ensured that all new interfaces are identified, agreed and reviewed on a weekly basis. Prepared ad-hoc presentation materials as required.

Dada Gorgud 4 ^th Upgrade, Client - Caspian Drilling Company

A fast-track project that had to be completed within 91 days, Dada Gorgud was an old Russian semi-submersible that had to be re-furbished for drilling operations on the Azeri project operated by BP/ AIOC. Refurbishment scope had included installation of new accommodation modules, shaker house, mud pumps and cuttings removal equipment. Developed detailed construction schedule based on CTR packages and maintaining the relevant CTR catalogue, coordinated with client on issuance of client supplied drawings and equipment deliverables, provided support on budget reviews and forecasting, and importing all relative schedule and cost implications into the schedule and cost reports. Assisted the project manager in chairing daily construction group meetings, validating daily progress against the current plan. Prepared various look-ahead schedules for the project, progress reports and S-curves, manpower histograms to client and assisting in management reviews. Prepared ad-hoc presentation materials as required.

Plimsoll Corporation, Singapore (Jun 2000 - May 2001)

Position Held: Senior Production Engineer

Assisted the Factory Manager in the daily running of the factory, manufacturing deck machineries for local and international clients. Supervised two production engineers, six trade supervisors and a production workforce of forty people, in completing client orders for anchor windlasses, mooring winches, deck cranes, bollards, fairleads etc. Planned the production schedules for every customer orders and coordinated with Engineering and Purchasing on timely issuance of drawings and deliveries of raw materials and equipment. Conducted weekly production meetings among the production engineers and various trade supervisors to improve productivity and resolve any outstanding production issues. Reviewed quotations by contractors for all contracted machining works. Participated in regular brainstorming sessions with key personnel to better manage the work processes and improve on schedule, cost and quality

Keppel FELS Limited, Singapore (Jan 1996 - Mar 2000)

Position Held: Planner

Trident 20 Jack-Up New Construction, Client - Transocean Sedco Forex

The Trident 20 jack-up was one of the early KFELS Mod V rig being constructed, and the first world-class rig to be built in the Caspian Sea. Due to canal restrictions into the Caspian, construction of the rig had to be done in two locations, 'In-Country' and 'Out-Country'. Participated in the strategy planning phase, from the development of concepts to segregation of workscope between the two construction areas, namely Singapore and Baku. Prepared Level 5 construction schedules for In-Country scope which included leg fabrications, spud cans, cantilever and drillfloor. Integrated the execution teams' schedules into the overall plan, ensuring compliance with project planning methodologies and procedures. Ensured that planning performed by other contractors also conformed to standard and are in line with project objectives. Co-ordinated the timely issue of drawings and procurement deliverables by establishing required dates against engineering, equipment and material registers. Performed weekly measurement of progress on-site and validating them against the baseline schedule. Prepared various look-ahead schedules for the project, progress reports and S-curves, manpower histograms to client and assisting in management reviews. Prepared ad-hoc presentation materials as required.

Conversion of Penrod 71 To FPU (Petrobras XXVII), Client - Petrobras

Developed the overall project schedule for multi disciplines and maintaining the plans in readiness for monthly reporting. Managed interfaces with other elements of the Integrated Plan, namely engineering, procurement and client deliverables, to ensure timely issue of drawings and materials to the construction group. Supervised and interfaced planning and progress control activity of multiple schedules from sub-contractors to ensure that they fit into the overall plan. Participated in weekly progress meetings with client to review project status and resources supplemented by Gantt charts, progress S-curves and manpower histograms. Ensured that all new interfaces are identified, agreed and reviewed on a weekly basis. Prepared ad-hoc presentation material as required.

Repair of Ensco 50/ Ensco 51/ Ensco 52, Client - ENSCO International

Prepared construction schedules, progress updating, weekly reports and daily monitoring of site activities to ensure plans are tracked and reported correctly. Maintained all plans in readiness for weekly reporting, ensuring all short term tasks are reviewed on a daily basis. Pro-active in all matters relating to schedules, highlighting and offering solutions to problems. In addition to the full planning scope of work, was assigned the task of developing lifting concepts for all heavy lifts in the yard and scheduling of the assembly areas for new construction projects.

Repair of Key Gibraltar Jack-Up, Client - Global Santa Fe

Was transferred to the planning section in June 1996 after successful completion of the FPSO project, assigned to understudy and assist one of the current planners in the development of schedules, progress monitoring tools and progress reports. First project undertaken independently was the repair of Key Gibraltar for Global Santa Fe. Provided full planning support to the construction team, managed to co-ordinate interfaces adequately between sub-contractors and client to achieve an on-time project delivery.

SPU 380 FPSO New Construction, Client - Smedvig

Joined the Company under the 'Management Trainee' scheme in January 1996, was assigned to the commissioning team as an Operations Foreman to commission the Company's first prototype FPSO project. Delegated to take charge of the vessel's fuel oil and lube oil systems, taking them from mechanical completion to system testing. Assisted the commissioning superintendent in main engine start-up, and accompanied the vessel offshore for sea trials and system handover.

Stork Technologies, Singapore (Apr 2000 - May 2000)

Position Held: Sales Engineer

Represented the company in providing specialized machining services to the offshore, marine and civil sectors. Promoted the company's capability in machining large components such as BOP, crossovers, propeller shafts, crane columns, valves, piston crowns etc. Secured sales contracts worth up to S$10 000 prior to leaving.

Thome Shipmanagement, Singapore(May 1992 - Feb 1993)

Position Held: Engine Cadet

Completed 9 months of seafaring as an engine cadet onboard a 9-hatch ocean-going bulk carrier, transporting coal and iron ore between Japan and Australia. Did engine watchkeeping duties and maintenance of other auxiliary ship equipment like compressors, boilers, generators, pumps and winches. Assisted the chief engineer during overhaul of engines and turbochargers, took tank soundings during fuel bunkerings, performed general housekeeping in the engine room.