Primavera P6
Enrique Voltaire A. Gragasin
Experienced Project Control Manager
Summary
Experienced Project Controls Manager with strong skills in project scheduling and stakeholder engagement seeking a new challenge in Canada. Proven track record in project management and controls. Excellent leadership, project management and resource allocation skills. Practiced at gathering, analyzing and modeling data in order to establish clear guidelines and make effective decisions.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Project Controls Manager
Jacobs-Saudi Aramco JV
Jeddah
01.2022 - Current
- Managed project performance analysis resulting in improved project efficiency
- Assessed project efficiency (timescale, cost) and reported to relevant management resulting in improved project performance
- Managed Communication workflows as Aconex Administrator resulting to faster approval turnover rate
- Managed stakeholder engagement resulting in effective communication and stakeholder satisfaction
- Developed Client Reporting Portal/Dashboard using Power BI
- Developing and coordinating policies and procedures for all the project controls processes (Schedule Management, Cost Control, Risk Management & Reporting)
- Perform detailed claims evaluations and time impact assessments with recommendations
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Created schedules and roadmaps for projects with budgets ranging from SAR 500,000,000 to SAR 4,500,000,000
- Identified special circumstances and constraints in order to develop effective alternatives or solutions.
Resident Engineer
JASARA Program Management Company
Jeddah
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Monitored Contractor & Subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Developed and implemented risk mitigation plan to reduce potential project delays and costs.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm fair pricing and quality service.
- Developed and implemented quality control plan to guarantee highest standards of workmanship.
- Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
- Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
- Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
- Oversaw effective disposal of construction waste and implemented programs to increase use of recycled materials.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
Project Control Engineer
JACOBS
Riyadh
11.2015 - 12.2019
- Established Project Baseline schedule
- Reviews Contractor's schedule updates against Baseline and assess the performance of the works in accordance with the overall master Schedule further advising client on the compliance thereof
- Provided Client with regular straight forward, easy to read reports on the status of the schedule including project milestones and progress of the work
- Implemented progress monitoring, evaluation and reporting
- Maintained and provided regular input to risk register
- Managed Change Evaluation & Forensics on Contractor's claims
- Improved productivity 20% by implementing updated capacity-planning models.
- Created optimization strategies to drive efficient and systematic decision making.
- Implemented automated systems to improve accuracy and efficiency of engineering processes.
- Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements
- Conducted statistical analysis and evaluated risk via use of portfolio management software.
- Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff.
Planning Engineer
Japan Gas Corporation
Ras Laffan
01.2013 - 10.2015
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed
- Captured technical schematics for use in project planning and execution
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals
- Developed planning criteria for integrating and enabling new technologies
- Illustrated potential obstacles when conducting site assessments for planned projects
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Sr Planning Engineer
TELEMATICS
Dubai
04.2012 - 11.2012
- Implemented cost control measures resulting in a 10% reduction in project cost
- Implemented production planning and timely implementation of customer orders using Primavera P6.
- Optimized organizational processes by effectively managing crew schedules while adhering to contractual restrictions.
- Planned resources, conducted costing activities and managed bid and proposal phases.
- Worked closely with project managers to create project work scopes and schedules.
- Monitored activities for adherence to vital milestones and deliverables.
- Assisted with internal financial planning, analysis and budgeting.
- Implemented quality control system to review products against technical specifications and corporate standards.
- Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve issues.
Planning Engineer
SK Engineering & Construction
Abu Dhabi
12.2010 - 04.2012
- Reviewed the Sub-Contractors' proposed schedule and verify its compliance with the latest Client's priorities and contract milestones
- Integrated inter-discipline schedule requirements and constraints to establish logical work sequences for assigned disciplines or specialties
- Monitored progress on weekly, monthly basis against target baseline or forecast schedule
- Prepared delay analysis, highlighting the area of concerns and suggesting a corrective action plan
- Estimated Manpower Requirement for the Project based on standard productivity norms
- Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes.
- Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
- Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
Civil Planning Engineer
Red Sea Housing
Jubail
12.2005 - 11.2010
- Applied expertise in manufacturing technology and management science to resolve challenges related to production.
- Created detailed long-term plans and daily production schedules while overseeing 18 Construction projects.
- Formulated manufacturing sequences and developed new production processes.
- Used Primavera P3 & P6 to generate Baseline Schedules for 18 projects.
- Made accurate estimates for timescales and costs for 18 projects.
- Reviewed and assisted in performing technical bid analysis.
- Produced precise technical specifications and data sheets.
- Identified and resolved potential structural issues.
- Drafted and reviewed construction schedules, environmental impact studies and project designs.
Project Engineer
Pageant Duralco
Manila
01.2005 - 12.2005
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Assessed impact of modification requests for ongoing projects.
- Recommended process improvements to reduce unnecessary waste.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance.
- Performed constructability reviews of construction bid documents for coordination purposes.
Structural Engineer
Department Of Public Works And Highways
Pangasinan
01.2002 - 12.2004
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Completed accurate engineering calculations for weights, loads and other metrics using both manual and digital methods.
- Assisted drafters in developing structural design of products using drafting tools or computer-assisted design (CAD) or drafting equipment and software.
- Designed structures for construction using various building mediums.
- Drafted structural plans using various computer-aided design solutions.
- Performed quality inspections of all plans, documents and calculations as well as in-progress and final bridge construction.
- Created designs for temporary structures such as shores, vertical transportation solutions, employee access solutions and more.
Cadet Engineer
Acadia Construction
Manila
04.2001 - 12.2001
- Monitored execution of contract work for compliance with design plans and specifications.
- Managed quality assurance and laboratory testing for concreting operations.
- Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing.
- Developed and implemented solutions to maintain and improve client infrastructure at existing sites.
- Conferred with engineering staff and other personnel to identify and resolve problems with design or implementation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Tarlac State University
Tarlac City, Philippines 06.1995 - 03.2001
Skills
Project Scheduling
Performance Management
Data gathering and Analysis
Delay Analysis
Stakeholder Engagement
Reporting
Cost Analysis
Primavera P6 Software Proficiency
MS Excel Software Proficiency
Power BI Software Proficiency
Accomplishments
- Achieved Faster Approval turn around period by introducing Aconex for Communications tasks.
- Completed 4 projects ahead of time with cost savings
Certification
PMI, Project Management Professional (PMP)
Affiliations
- License Civil Engineer, Professional Regulation Commission of the Philippines
- Member, Saudi Council of Engineers
- Project Management Professional, PMI
Software
Power BI
Microsoft Excel
Autocad
Aconex
Microsoft Powerpoint
Monte Carlo
Additional Information
References:
William John Service VP Middle East, Europe & Africa
Jacobs Engineering
Mobile No.: +966543220987
Email: John.Service@jacobs.com
Relationship: Senior Manager
Donald Macphee Project Delivery Director
Jasara Program Management Company
Mobile No.: +966530964291
Email: Donald.Macphee@jasarapmc.com
Relationship: Senior Manager
Timeline
PMI, Project Management Professional (PMP)
11-2022
Project Controls Manager
Jacobs-Saudi Aramco JV
01.2022 - Current
Resident Engineer
JASARA Program Management Company
02.2020 - 12.2021
Project Control Engineer
JACOBS
11.2015 - 12.2019
Planning Engineer
Japan Gas Corporation
01.2013 - 10.2015
Sr Planning Engineer
TELEMATICS
04.2012 - 11.2012
Planning Engineer
SK Engineering & Construction
12.2010 - 04.2012
Civil Planning Engineer
Red Sea Housing
12.2005 - 11.2010
Project Engineer
Pageant Duralco
01.2005 - 12.2005
Structural Engineer
Department Of Public Works And Highways
01.2002 - 12.2004
Cadet Engineer
Acadia Construction
04.2001 - 12.2001
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Tarlac State University
06.1995 - 03.2001