ASHVINI KULKARNI
Lead/Senior Project Engineer (Offshore/Onshore – Oil & Gas)
Bangalore,KA
Summary
Results-driven Design and Project Engineer with over 15 years of experience leading offshore and onshore initiatives in the Oil & Gas sector. Proven expertise in engineering and project management, with a strong track record of coordinating seamlessly with stakeholders across the project lifecycle. Adept at meticulous planning, rigorous monitoring, and strict adherence to QA/QC and HSE standards to ensure delivery of projects that consistently exceed expectations in scope, cost, schedule, and quality. Skilled in managing budgets from $5M to $1B, driving production efficiency, cost savings, and revenue growth through strategic financial oversight. Recognized for proactive risk management, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Combines strategic vision with hands-on execution to optimize performance and achieve organizational success in fast-paced environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
6
6
Languages
Work History
Senior Engineer - Project
OilServ EPC
10.2024 - 12.2025
- Directed the full project lifecycle for ADNOC's Bab Buhasa and Habshan BOP projects, ensuring seamless execution from initiation to delivery.
- Delivered projects on time and within budget by enforcing rigorous coordination, inspection, and quality assurance processes. Reviewed and provided technical guidance for long lead items, data sheets, P&ID, PFD compliance with company code standards.
- Managed PMC, FEED, and contractors, ensuring strict compliance with technical specifications and standards.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, budgets, and requirements documentation to align execution with strategic objectives.
- Led proactive risk and change management initiatives to mitigate issues and sustain project momentum.
- Assist EDDR and provide technical leadership to design and engineering teams, fostering innovation and the adoption of best practices.
- Partnered with clients to define scope and requirements, prepared method statements, EDDR, AGS specifications, ensuring clear expectations, and prepared and reviewed technical bid evaluation and stakeholder alignment.
- Conducted in-depth specification analyses, delivering tailored technical solutions to meet complex project needs.
Superintendent - SME
Saudi Aramco
04.2024 - 09.2024
- PMC to structural discipline for major offshore brownfield and greenfield developments ZULUF, coordinating with NDMC, Lamprell, and COMPANY SAPMT to ensure alignment across engineering, procurement, and construction phases. Assisted EPC Engineering and Project Team
- Directed review and approval of contractor engineering deliverables, ensuring full compliance with COMPANY standards, international codes, and project specifications.
- Assessed subsea pipeline routing, seabed conditions, and trenching methodologies, ensuring safe, cost-effective, and technically compliant design solutions.
- Managed technical evaluations, including EDDR, method statements, technical queries (TQs), interface clarifications, and bid assessments, to support informed decision-making.
- Played a key role in interdisciplinary coordination meetings (engineering, procurement, fabrication), ensuring timely resolution of issues, and tracking of critical actions.
- Coordinated and drove the closure of HAZOP, HAZID, SIL, and HIPS studies, strengthening project safety and risk mitigation throughout the engineering lifecycle.
- Resolved fabrication and yard-level technical issues, ensuring constructability, quality compliance, and adherence to approved designs.
- Monitored contractor progress against schedules using Primavera P6, identifying deviations, and supporting recovery planning to maintain project timelines.
- Leveraged Digital Twin technology to enhance 3D model reviews, material take-offs, and fabrication planning, improving visualization and execution efficiency.
Senior Project Engineer
Archirodon Construction
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Spearheaded engineering coordination for ADNOC's Wave Bab and Buhasa onshore project, ensuring compliance with design specifications, AGS requirements, and international standards.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive project execution plans, while establishing a robust communication matrix.
- Authored a detailed scope of work and led bid evaluations, resolving technical queries to maintain project integrity.
- Identified potential risks early in the process, allowing proactive mitigation measures to prevent delays or setbacks.
- Orchestrated cross-disciplinary engineering collaboration by accurately estimating man-hours and optimizing resource allocation.
- Managed critical third-party interfaces to secure essential inputs, ensuring timely delivery of engineering outputs.
- Facilitated kick-off meetings, documented minutes, and communicated client requirements effectively to engineering teams. Reviewed and provided technical guidance for long lead items, data sheets, P&ID, PFD compliance with company code standards.
- Ensured adherence to FEED documentation, streamlining client review processes for timely approval of drawings and calculations.
Lead Project Engineer
J. RAY McDermott
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Delivered expert technical support and quality assurance for engineering teams, ensuring compliance with Aramco standards.
- Directed preparation of EDDR, bulk material take-offs, and design drawing reviews at 30%, 60%, and 90% milestones, guaranteeing accuracy.
- Led cross-disciplinary coordination, overseeing resource allocation, budgeting, and project planning in alignment with environmental regulations.
- Ensured design teams met benchmarks while managing budgets for vessel hire, equipment mobilization, and subsea survey campaigns.
- Monitored KPIs, including trenching progress, downtime, and vessel utilization, to drive performance improvements through systematic reporting.
- Reviewed subcontractor documentation, and facilitated technical discussions with clients to align expectations and resolve discrepancies. Reviewed and provided technical guidance for long lead items, data sheets, P&ID, PFD compliance with company code standards.
- Maintained issue logs, and proactively resolved design and construction challenges during progress meetings.
- Facilitated internal and external audits to reinforce compliance with industry standards, and enhance project governance.
Lead Engineer - Project
Creative Synergies
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Directed a six-member interdisciplinary engineering team to uphold technical excellence and quality standards.
- Initiated and managed design processes from conceptual analysis to detailed structural evaluations.
- Executed advanced structural designs for iso/combined foundations, rafts, sleepers, and pedestal RCC using FEM tools. Reviewed and provided technical guidance for long lead iteam, data sheets, P and ID, PFD compliance with company code standards.
- Ensured compliance with international building codes, including ACI 318, ASCE 7-16, and Eurocodes EN1990-2002.
- Specialized in structural design analysis for skid packages, pipe racks, and pipe supports, optimizing safety.
- Reviewed vendor documentation to confirm technical compliance, while facilitating client discussions.
- Monitored project progress, applying corrective measures to maintain timelines, and ensure successful outcomes.
- Mentored junior engineers by instilling best practices, and enhancing technical capabilities across the team.
Senior Engineer - Projects
Triune Energy
04.2016 - 11.2018
- Reviewed data sheets, assisted with technical guidance, executed detailed design calculations, and advanced validating feasibility and stability with final reviews using Navisworks.
- Monitored employee performance to keep projects on task. Reviewed and provided technical guidance for long lead items, data sheets, P&ID, PFD compliance with company code standards.
- Led cross-functional team for successful completion of multiple large-scale projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Led design review stages (30%, 60%, 90%) across departments and clients to ensure accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
- Fostered interdepartmental coordination and chaired client/vendor meetings to resolve design and construction issues, keeping milestones on track.
- Directed cross-functional engineering teams, delivering projects on time and within budget, while maintaining technical excellence.
Senior Project Engineer
Dodsal Engineering Co
03.2015 - 03.2016
- Ensured compliance with local building codes, regulations, and safety standards through thorough review of plans and specifications.
- Designed innovative load-bearing elements that enhanced both aesthetic appeal and functional performance of buildings.
- Monitored implementation of necessary safety and redundancy principals in design and construction of new structures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of structural components within overall project designs.
- Developed comprehensive reports for clients detailing structural analysis findings and recommendations for improvement.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing timely solutions to structural challenges during construction.
Project Engineer
Technip France
09.2014 - 02.2015
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline. Reviewed and provided technical guidance for long lead items, data sheets, P&ID, PFD compliance with company code standards.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Ensured quality control for all aspects of the project, reducing defects and rework.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration to achieve project goals.
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
- Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Established robust monitoring systems to track project progress, enabling timely interventions when necessary.
Project Engineer
CB & I
03.2014 - 08.2014
- Engineered an optimized intake manifold support structure in collaboration with the mechanical team, achieving maximum torque and specific speed through static analysis and variable intake geometry.
- Developed detailed project plans to ensure timely completion and deliverables were met. Reviewed and provided technical guidance for long lead items, data sheets, P&ID, PFD compliance with company code standards.
- Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field or changing conditions.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading to adoption of innovative solutions that addressed complex challenges.
- Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline project delivery processes, significantly enhancing efficiency and team collaboration.
Project Engineer
Global Process System
09.2013 - 02.2014
- Managed engineering static and dynamic design and analysis for skids and circular access platforms on the Malikai and Bhumi Armada offshore projects, ensuring compliance with company code standards and specifications.
- Executed 3D modeling in PDMS, detailed drawings in AutoCAD, and developed presentations in Navisworks for comprehensive internal and client review milestones (30%, 60%, 90%).
- Implemented advanced software tools for efficient modeling and analysis of complex structures. Reviewed and provided technical guidance for long lead items, data sheets, P&ID, PFD compliance with company code standards.
- Conducted regular site visits for construction oversight, inspection, and design material verification, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to streamline on-site detailing.
- Engaged in weekly and monthly progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and adherence to project deadlines.
- Recognized by the client for prompt resolution of critical issues and strategic decision-making, contributing to the project's successful, and timely completion.
- Enhanced professional and communication skills through international project exposure and direct client interactions.
Junior Project Engineer
Technip FMC
03.2012 - 08.2013
- Executed the design of miscellaneous engineering design adherence to company code standards, and ensured design integrity through NAVIS clash check and presentations at 30%, 60%, and 90% design review milestones.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Oversaw both internal and external model reviews, aligning with project specifications, code standards, and client feedback; facilitated cross-disciplinary coordination, and compiled comprehensive material take-offs (MTOs) from design tools for final presentation.
- Developed detailed project plans to ensure timely completion and deliverables were met.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
- Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration among team members for improved productivity.
Design Engineer
L&T Valdel Engineering and Co
03.2009 - 02.2012
- Directed structural design and analysis for offshore projects using PDMS, STAAD Pro, AutoCAD, and Excel.
- Ensured compliance with British Standards, AISC, ASCE, API-RP-2A, and Aramco codes.
- Oversaw 3D modeling design reviews and material take-offs (MTOs).
- Conducted Navisworks clearance checks to ensure clash-free models.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to deliver construction-ready designs at milestone intervals.
- Led collaboration with clients and cross-discipline teams to resolve design challenges.
- Aligned deliverables with safety and engineering standards to support timely project execution.
Assistant of Engineer
Chemtex Consulting Pvt. Ltd
08.2002 - 02.2009
- Directed structural design and analysis for onshore steel structures, including RCC sub-structures and super-structural frameworks.
- Developed detailed structural layouts, reinforcement schedules, and grid systems to ensure accuracy and safety.
- Executed projects while coordinating with stakeholders, managing timelines, and preparing technical reports.
- Oversaw client communications to meet deliverables efficiently and maintain project alignment.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Strategy And Leadership - Virtual Program
Indian Institute of Management
Nagpur, India 04.2001 -
Master's Degree - Technology in Structural Design Engineering
Singhania University
Bangalore, India01.2021
MBA - International Executive MBA, Project Management focus
URAL Federal University
Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia01.2018
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Future Institute of Management Technology & Science
New Delhi, India01.2011
Technical Diploma - Civil Engineering
Government Women's Polytechnic
Hubli, Karnataka, India01.2002
Skills
Digital Twin, Primavera P6, MS Project MS 365 Copilot, Project Libre
Accomplishments
- Technical and Project Research on week/monthly basis
- Technical Discussion and Team Building program activities
- Listening to news and prefer to be engaged
- Photography, Dancing, Singing
- Outing and Sight Seeing
Certification
PMP 10 Knowledge area from Project Managing Institute and LinkedIn
Timeline
PMP PDU training for Certification from Academic Professional Training Institute
05-2026
Oil and Gas Project Management Training from Academic Professional Training Institute
04-2026
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt from IMC Abu Dhabi UAE
03-2026
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt from IMC Abu Dhabi UAE
02-2026
PMP 10 Knowledge area from Project Managing Institute and LinkedIn
08-2025
Negotiation and Change Management Training from Project Managing Institute and LinkedIn
07-2025
Senior Engineer - Project
OilServ EPC
10.2024 - 12.2025
PMP PDU from IMC Abu Dhabi UAE
08-2024
Superintendent - SME
Saudi Aramco
04.2024 - 09.2024
Senior Project Engineer
Archirodon Construction
07.2023 - 03.2024
Lead Project Engineer
J. RAY McDermott
01.2020 - 01.2023
Lead Engineer - Project
Creative Synergies
12.2018 - 12.2019
Senior Engineer - Projects
Triune Energy
04.2016 - 11.2018
Senior Project Engineer
Dodsal Engineering Co
03.2015 - 03.2016
Project Engineer
Technip France
09.2014 - 02.2015
Project Engineer
CB & I
03.2014 - 08.2014
Project Engineer
Global Process System
09.2013 - 02.2014
Junior Project Engineer
Technip FMC
03.2012 - 08.2013
Design Engineer
L&T Valdel Engineering and Co
03.2009 - 02.2012
Assistant of Engineer
Chemtex Consulting Pvt. Ltd
08.2002 - 02.2009
Post-Graduate Certificate - Strategy And Leadership - Virtual Program
Indian Institute of Management
04.2001 -
Master's Degree - Technology in Structural Design Engineering
Singhania University
MBA - International Executive MBA, Project Management focus
URAL Federal University
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Future Institute of Management Technology & Science
Technical Diploma - Civil Engineering
Government Women's Polytechnic