Dynamic and results-driven Senior Project Engineer with 7 years of experience managing large-scale Oil and Gas, Offshore, Petrochemical and energy projects across the U.S., Europe and Southeast Asia. Proven expertise in multi-discipline engineering coordination, project planning, vendor management, and schedule control for projects up to $2.9 billion. Proficient at leading cross-functional teams, resolving technical issues, and driving deliverables across modular and field-based scopes. Skilled in stakeholder communication, risk management, and reporting to executive leadership. Recognized for ensuring seamless integration between engineering, procurement, and construction functions while maintaining quality, cost, and timeline commitments in high-pressure, multicultural project environments.
Project Lead – Portfolio Projects, Chevron Corporation (South East Asia)
June 2025 - Present
Responsible for leading multiple engineering projects across Chevron’s operations in Southeast Asia, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and alignment with client expectations and internal standards.
Singapore – Tank Overfill Protection System (TOPS) Integration
· Spearheaded the addition of a Tank Overfill Protection System to the existing infrastructure.
· Defined weekly and monthly project targets, monitored progress, and delivered regular status reports to the client.
· Coordinated across multidisciplinary teams to identify engineering requirements, address technical issues, and gather necessary inputs from stakeholders.
· Maintained consistent communication with the client to ensure alignment and timely resolution of concerns.
Malaysia – Engineering Standards Alignment
· Collaborated with discipline leads to identify and implement Chevron Engineering Standards for Pump hydraulics, Piping layout, Plot plans, Bulk Material Take-Off (MTO) & Pipe support calculation reports
Vietnam – Renewable Diesel Tank Truck Loading System
· Led the design and implementation of the tank truck loading system aligned with CES (Chevron Engineering Standards) for renewable diesel.
. Participated in 3D model reviews and set deliverable targets, including isometric drawings and pipe stress analysis reports.
· Coordinated with both internal teams and the client to ensure delivery milestones were met.
Philippines – Oil Storage Unit Upgrade
· Directed structural evaluations of existing storage tanks considering new wind and seismic load requirements.
· Provided engineering oversight to ensure compliance with updated regional and Chevron standards.
Thailand – Kettle Addition Project
· Developed comprehensive cost, time, and resource (CTR) planning for the addition of a kettle to an existing system.
· Prepared and presented the technical proposal to the client, securing agreement and alignment on scope and execution.
Senior Project Engineer –Green Methanol to Olefins, Vio Neo
December 2024 –May 2025
Project Engineering Coordinator – Petrobras P-80 FPSO Project (USD 2.9 Billion Project)
Project Overview: World's largest Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) unit – P-80
Client: Petrobras
Led and coordinated multi-discipline engineering activities across Process, Process Safety, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation scopes for the Petrobras P-80 FPSO project, from design through procurement phases.
Senior Project Engineer – Petrochemical Project “Pluto” ($200 Million)
Location: West Virginia, USA
Led the engineering execution of a large-scale $200M petrochemical field project, alongside a $150M modular package, in the U.S. Oversaw full-scope engineering management across multiple disciplines and coordinated globally distributed teams. Delivered key project outcomes by integrating engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) functions, while ensuring schedule adherence, cost control, and risk management
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