K. Joseph Stalin

Working Location MUSCAT

Project-1 : 400kV OHL D/C– Suwayhat GS to Duqm GS and Duqm GS to Mahout GS (348.42Km)

Project-2 : 220kV OHL D/C – New Izki to Nizwa S/S (37.67Km)

Project-3 : 400kV OHL D/C – Ibri S/S to Rustaq S/S

Client : OETC, Oman

Consultant : Energoprojekt (EPE) / Mott macDonald

Role : Planning Manager

Working Location ABUDHABI

Project : 33kV OHL & UGTL (Oil & Gas Field) – BuHasa Integrated Field Development Project (89Km)

Client : ADNOC, Abudhabi

Contractor : Tecnicas Reunidas, Spain

Role : Planning Manager

Working Location SAUDI

Client : SEC (Saudi Electricity Company)

No of Projects : 3

Designation : Asst. Manager - Planning

Award : Received Spotlight Award FY-2018

Recognition : Appreciation Certificate from Client (SEC)

Project-1 : Construction of 380kV D/C OHTL Interconnected to Dharan South, New Dharan Central and Doha BSP (380kV & 230kV line (187.26Km)

Project-2 : 132kV OHL Connection of Al-Arida 132/33kV Substation in Jazan with Network (40.42Km)

Project-3 : 132kV OHL Connection of Al-Dabiyah 132/33kV Substation in Jazan with Network (14.68Km)

Responsibility:

• Developed and maintained detailed L3 / L4 project schedules in Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with project contracts and client requirements.
• Monitored and analyzed project progress through Progress Measurement Systems (PMS) and Progress "S" Curves, facilitating effective plan versus actual comparisons.
• Conducted resource planning, optimizing resource allocation and creating Manpower Histograms for efficient workforce management.
• Identified critical path activities within work areas and disciplines, proactively monitoring schedule deviations and proposing corrective actions and workaround solutions.
• Prepared comprehensive progress reports, including daily, weekly, and monthly updates, ensuring effective communication of project planning progress to stakeholders.
• Generated 3-week and 90-day look-ahead schedules, facilitating proactive management of project timelines and milestones.
• Successfully achieved revenue targets on a monthly basis, contributing to the overall budget objectives.
• Prepared and delivered client-facing presentations for weekly review meetings, effectively conveying project status and addressing any issues or concerns.
• Collaborated closely with Site In-Charges to communicate completion dates and assess project progress across multiple work locations.
• Actively participated in various meetings, including schedule review meetings, client progress review meetings, and internal review meetings, contributing to project status discussions and providing valuable insights for recovery strategies.
• Developed and maintained Risk Registers, proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks.
• Conducted regular site visits to validate actual progress, ensure quality standards, and enhance team productivity.
• Prepared revised schedules for Extension of Time (EOT) requests, incorporating changes and extensions as necessary.
• Prepared accurate Cost to Complete (CTC) reports for each project, analyzing and forecasting project costs to identify key areas for management focus and action.
• Ensured the smooth flow of manufacturing processes and monitored the status of procurement items, facilitating timely project deliveries.
• Successfully prepared and submitted monthly invoices by the end of each month, including all necessary supporting documents, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial transactions.
• Established and developed a planning team, providing guidance and education on the project cycle of Planning, Monitoring, and Controlling, fostering a culture of effective project management practices.

Ø Project : 33kV OHL Al Dabbi’ya Surface Facilities – Phase III

Client : ADCO, Abudhabi

Contractor : Tecnimont, Italy

Designation : Planning Engineer

Ø Project : New Abudhabi to Dubai Road, Package-B, Diversion/Rerouting of 400kV & 220kV OHLs

Client : Tristar, UAE

Consultant : Parsons Brinckerhoff

Designation : Planning Engineer

Ø Project : 400kV OHL D/C from Sur to Jahloot and Construction of New 220kV Sur Grid Station

Client : OETC, Oman

Consultant : Energoprojekt (EPE)

Designation : Planning Engineer

Ø Project : 400kV OHL Q/C from Ruwais to Sila

Client : Transco, UAE

Consultant : Lahmeyer

Designation : Planning Engineer

Responsibility:

Prepared detailed L3 Primavera schedules for Engineering, Procurement, and Construction activities in line with project contracts. Submitted schedules to consultants/clients for review and approval.

• Estimated manpower requirements for the project based on productivity norms, loading resources and costs into the schedule. Submitted Resource Histograms for consultant and client approval.
• Created Progress Measurement Systems, Overall "S" Curves, and individual discipline "S" Curves (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) for measuring actual progress.
• Prepared daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports to track project advancements and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Developed 3-week and 90-day look-ahead schedules, sharing them with consultants/clients to ensure project alignment with planned timelines.
• Monitored day-to-day activities closely, updating records on a daily and weekly basis.
• Arranged internal meetings to discuss project status and identify solutions for any schedule delays or challenges.
• Monitored critical activities and prepared schedule impact reports for review by Project Management.
• Attended weekly meetings with consultants/clients to review planned versus actual progress and discuss project-related issues.
• Conducted regular site visits, overseeing activities such as foundation, erection, and stringing, to assess actual progress and develop work-ahead schedules for project acceleration.
• Prepared and monitored budget monitoring, planned versus earned value analysis, and presented findings to higher management for review.
• Prepared and submitted monthly progress invoices to clients/consultants for payment processing.
• Organized internal meetings with site teams and higher management to address schedule delays and optimize project completion.
• Ensured timely submission and approval of documents, drawings, and designs, such as method statements, data sheets, and ITPs, according to Document Deliverable Lists.
• Coordinated with the Design and Technical Teams to resolve any comments or queries raised by consultants/clients.
• Assisted in procurement activities, ensuring timely material procurement based on BOQ or site requirements, and following up with suppliers to guarantee on-time delivery.

• Prepared work schedules for Engineering, Procurement, and Construction activities using MS Project, ensuring effective project planning and timeline management.
• Generated progress reports, including daily, weekly, and monthly updates, to monitor and communicate project progress.
• Conducted regular monitoring of planned versus actual progress, identifying any deviations and implementing necessary corrective actions.
• Attended weekly meetings with internal management to discuss project issues, provide updates, and collaborate on problem-solving.
• Prepared progress invoices for both the supply portion and completed activities at the site, ensuring accurate billing and payment processes.
• Managed procurement activities, including sourcing materials locally and internationally, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery to the project site.
• Prepared and compiled documents related to engineering, materials requisitions, and civil drawings for approval by consultants and clients.
• Generated purchase orders and work orders, and handled supplier invoices, ensuring accurate documentation and effective financial management.
• Maintained proper documentation and filing for the project, including reports, approved documents, delivery notes, correspondence, invoices, meeting minutes, and orders.

Responsibility:

• Coordinated with the Testing Team to facilitate hardware testing of software developed by our team of Developers.
• Identified and reported any bugs or issues encountered during testing to the Module Owner for further action and resolution.
• Collaborated with the Developers to address and resolve the identified bugs, ensuring their proper verification and validation with the Testing Team.
• Prepared comprehensive documentation detailing the testing process and results, reporting them to the Manager.
• Maintained regular updates on project status and progress, ensuring accurate and timely reporting through the preparation of Monthly Progress Reports.