BALAJI C
Ambattur,India
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong expertise in operating systems, including Windows 7 and Windows 10, and design software such as AutoCAD. Proficient in MS Office, MS Project, and Primavera P6, enhancing project management efficiency. Committed to leveraging technical skills to support team objectives and drive organizational success.
Experienced Construction Site Engineer able to manage multiple simultaneous responsibilities to keep construction running smoothly. Excellent planner and problem-solver versed in site preparation and day-to-day management.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Project and site Engineer
Mana Saleh Al Khamsan
02.2019 - 12.2025
- Study of scope of work, conduct the site visit and prepare the site visit report for management review.
- Study of scope, drawings and preparation of tender schedules & Estimation for various projects including major shutdown, regular maintenance job and equipment rental.
- Looking over project costs and other parameters for all the Company operation works.
- Preparing detailed Project Baseline and handover to Project Manager for proper execution of Project at Site.
- Leading a team of Engineers, Supervisors, Technicians and Sub-contractors through all phases for proper execution Of Project.
- Plan, schedule and budget all technical work in a cost effective way.
- Establish and maintain good communication skills with Clients, suppliers and sub-contractors for pending payment and also for future RFQ’s.
- Preparation of Monthly Billing Reports and submit to the Management.
- Preparation of Manpower and Equipment deployment schedules and Histograms.
- Resource Management – Discussing and Evaluating the Exact Quantity of resource required for the Project with team and indents the same accordingly.
- Preparation of Pre-Bid Planning (Primavera P6) for ARAMCO Tenders
- Defining Work Breakdown Structures and activities.
- Establishing Master Baseline Schedule in P6 to control the shutdown activities for various plant equipment’s.
- Resource allocation to different activities, Resource leveling & Resource Smoothing.
- Update the shutdown Schedule on daily basis, distribution of look-ahead schedules and report the potential problems.
- Progress monitoring, Preparing & presentation of daily report and various other reports.
- Daily site visits for getting the progress updates to forecast the exact completion dates. Collects site photos for presenting the job progress or current developments.
- Preparation of MOM for internal and external meetings for different projects.
- Keeping close watch on various activities of Project (like delivery of materials, site clearance, duration of activities etc.) and updating the Project Manager on any Risk foreseen for project completion and providing suggestions.
- Ensuring that the Planning and Scheduling activities are performed in full compliance with company standards, procedures and guidelines.
- Monitoring completion of work carried out and forecasts activities during shutdown work scope.
- Identification of Critical Path & Accordingly preparation of Course of action and monitoring the same through S-Curve / Progress chart.
- Coordination between various departments and maintaining uniformity of information at all levels.
- Pushing the site Supervisors/foremen to put efficient efforts to make progress as per the schedule and to complete the job in time
- Saudi Aramco receiver certificate.
- WORK PROFILE:
- Designation: Project and site Engineer
- Period: From Feb 2019 to till now.
Project Engineer
Oren Hydrocarbons Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
04.2015 - 01.2019
- Reviewing & analyzing tender documents and scope of work provided by the services consultants; evaluating commercial deviations and aligning the same with business objectives
- Developing baselines; controlling projects with respect to cost, resource deployment, time overruns and quality compliance to ensure satisfactory execution of the same
- Managing conception, pre-production, completion and maintenance of projects
- Generating test plan and reports
- Working in coordination with management on a regular basis to ensure the successful design and manufacturing of products to agreed budgets & time frames
- WORK PROFILE:
- Designation: Project Engineer
- Period: From April 2015 to July 2018.
- At Barite Beneficiation Plant:
- At PAC Plant and Liquid Plant:
Erection and Commissioning Engineer
Rheological Enterprises
Chennai
06.2011 - 03.2015
Maintenance Trainee
Elforge Ltd.
Chennai
06.2007 - 04.2008
Education
BE - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University (KCG College of Technology)
Skills
- Operating System: Windows 7, Windows 10
- Design Software: AutoCAD (basic knowledge)
- MS office, MS project ,primavera P6
Languages Known
Tamil, English and Hindi.
MAJOR SHUTDOWNS/PROJECTS:
1. SAUDI ARAMCO – Hawiyah NGL Shutdown and Regular Maintenance, FEB2020 - JAN2021, Activities: Decontamination, Mechanical Works, Renovation work, sealant work, Hydro jetting Cleaning, Grit Blasting and Coating etc., 2. SAUDI ARAMCO – Hawiyah Gas plant shutdown, FEB 2021 – APRIL 2021, Activities: Decontamination, Mechanical Works, Hydro jetting Cleaning, Grit Blasting and Coating etc., 3. SAUDI ARAMCO –. Abqaiq area landing base well maintenance., MAY2021– OCT2021, Activities: Mechanical Works, Valve, Grit Blasting and Coating etc., 4. SAUDI ARAMCO – Haradh gas plant shutdown, NOV2021 - JAN2022, Activities: Decontamination, Mechanical Works, Hydro jetting Cleaning, Sand Blasting and Coating etc., 5. SAUDI ARAMCO – Shedgum gas and NGL plant project( DV fire protection system), FEB2022 – AUG2024, Activities: P&ID, Isometric drawing read and execution,Mechanical Works, Civil Column and structure fire proofing work, Pipe lines, Pipe line support, coating, solenoid valve, fiber cable laying up to DCS room, Pre-commissioning, commissioning, ect., 6. SAUDI ARAMCO – Shedgum gas and NGL plant project (Utility water line and T&I Shutowns), OCT2024 – TILL DATE, Activities: P&ID, Isometric drawing read and execution,Mechanical Works, Civil works, Condenser and Distillation column maintenance work, Pipe lines, Pipe line support, coating, Pre- commissioning, commissioning, ect.
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
PROFESSIONAL SYNOPSIS
- About 5 years of successful experience in the Planning, Estimation, and Maintenance, Construction & Shut down works of Gas Plants and NGL plant, Refineries & Petrochemical Plants and also in Machine design in Engineering Functions, Personnel Management, and Administration related functions under the exacting standards.
- Coordinating with the Vendors, Sub contractors & Client Representatives for successful Planning and Estimation of Engineering Projects.
- Excellent time management skills with proven ability to work accurately and quickly prioritize coordinate and consolidate tasks, whilst simultaneously managing the diverse range of function from multiple sources.
- Coordinate with different people at one time under difficult situations and the ability to bring out the best in others while creating a healthy and friendly work environment.
- Adaptability to multinational environments, with exposure to various cultures and customs.
- Coordinate and follow up with clients for the payment after execution of project
Highlights
- Successful completion of the DV system fire water line in shadgum Gas and NGL Plant ARAMCO
- Ensured successful completion of the prestigious Barite Beneficiation Plant, PAC Plant and Liquid Plant project within approved budget of INR 70 Crores by continuous monitoring of budget movement and optimized utilization, as Project Lead
- Successfully managed the erection, testing and commissioning of Steam boiler, Thermic Fluid Heater, Piping, Distillation column, Decanter and Reacter.
EQUIPMENTS HANDLED
- UTILITIES:
- Automated Boiler 6 ton capacity- Thermax make
- Cooling tower- 70TR, 150TR, 200TR.
- Chiller- 150TR
- Nitrogen plant
- Screw Compressor- 10bar/50 hp
- Reciprocating Compressor- 5bar/15 hp
- Thermic Fluid Heater- 2 lacKcal/hr
- PLC CONTROL SYSTEM :
- On/Off ball valve, Flow control valve, Pinch valve, Temperature control valve, Tempetature transmitter Level transmitter, Pressure transmitter.
- PUMPS:
- Slurry pumps, Forth pumps, Vacuum pumps, Screw pumps, Centrifugal pumps, Multi stage pumps.
- MACHINERIES:
- Sigma Mixture, Reactors, Centrifuge Decanters, Screw Press, Screw conveyers, CVD, FBD, Blender, Distillation column Multi stage Evaporator etc.
- Pulverizer, Flotation Column, HRT, Hydraulic filter press, Rotary dryer, Belt conveyors, Extruders etc.
Timeline
Project and site Engineer
Mana Saleh Al Khamsan
02.2019 - 12.2025
Project Engineer
Oren Hydrocarbons Pvt. Ltd.
04.2015 - 01.2019
Erection and Commissioning Engineer
Rheological Enterprises
06.2011 - 03.2015
Maintenance Trainee
Elforge Ltd.
06.2007 - 04.2008
BE - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University (KCG College of Technology)