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MOHAMMAD SHAMSHAD

New Delhi

Summary

Accomplished Engineering Management professional with over 27 years of experience in project management and detailed engineering across the oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery, crude oil terminal, and CPP sectors. Demonstrated expertise in leading and mentoring engineering teams to boost productivity and foster innovation. Successfully managed the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects while maintaining strict adherence to safety, regulatory, and quality standards. A strategic planner focused on aligning engineering initiatives with organizational goals to enhance business growth and project efficiency.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Head

Novargi- Argitech Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
Gurugram
11.2023 - Current
  • Leadership of Global Engineering Teams
    Oversight of key disciplines including Process, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation & Control, Static Equipment, Civil, Structural, and Tekla Design.
  • Project Execution & Technical Coordination
    Ensure seamless coordination between engineering disciplines, project management, and the Headquarters in Spain to meet technical, quality, and delivery objectives.
  • Engineering Resource Planning & Optimization
    Plan, manage, and optimize engineering resources to maximize performance and efficiency across ongoing projects.
  • Planning, Monitoring & Control
    Responsible for the planning, internal control, and monitoring of engineering activities, including document control and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
  • Client & Vendor Interface
    Oversee engineering meetings with clients and suppliers, manage approval cycles for engineering documents, and ensure alignment across disciplines.
  • Project Documentation Oversight
    Manage and track critical engineering documentation, including customer deliverables and vendor documentation, ensuring consistency and compliance.
  • Collaboration with Project Management
    Work closely with Project Managers to ensure that all engineering deliverables are aligned with the overall project schedule and scope.
  • Recruitment & Team Development
    Lead the recruitment process for engineering and project teams, fostering a skilled and capable workforce for project execution.

Dy. General Manager (Projects)

Chemie-Tech DMCC
Dubai / Vadodara
09.2022 - 10.2023
  • Project Planning & Scheduling
    Develop and manage detailed project schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
    Implement and monitor project execution in line with contractual and client requirements.
  • Team Leadership & Management
    Lead and organize cross-functional project teams, ensuring alignment with the Project Execution Plan.
    Assign responsibilities and provide technical and managerial oversight throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Client Coordination & Relationship Building
    Act as the primary point of contact for clients.
    Foster long-term client relationships and drive repeat business opportunities.
  • Cost, Time & Performance Control
    Coordinate project execution to achieve performance parameters – time, cost, safety, and quality.
    Monitor progress, evaluate variances, and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Engineering & Technical Oversight
    Supervise preparation of engineering drawings and technical documents.
    Review and provide input on mechanical data sheets, structural details, instrumentation specifications, and other technical inputs.
  • Contract Management & Change Control
    Review contract documents to identify scope and deliverables.
    Evaluate and manage design changes, initiate change orders, and ensure client approvals.
    Decide on internal scope modifications and control deviations.
  • Progress Tracking & Invoicing
    Ensure accurate progress measurement and coordinate with finance for timely invoicing.
  • Project Meetings & Communication
    Chair project meetings with stakeholders, maintaining clear communication channels.
    Ensure interdisciplinary coordination, resolving technical issues proactively.
  • Documentation & Reporting
    Review progress reports and ensure timely and accurate client updates.
    Maintain robust documentation for design reviews, project changes, and milestone achievements.

Project Engineering Manager

Gulf Petrochemical Services & Trading LLC. (GPS)
Muscat
11.2013 - 08.2022
  • Project Engineering Management
    Lead engineering activities from conceptual design through detailed engineering to commissioning.
    Develop and implement the Project Execution Plan, and apply value engineering principles to enhance project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Team Leadership in Multidisciplinary Environments
    Provide strategic leadership and guidance to large, diverse engineering teams across multiple disciplines (mechanical, piping, civil, E&I).
    Allocate tasks, set performance expectations, and ensure teams operate in alignment with project goals.
  • Engineering Deliverables Oversight
    Supervise the preparation and issuance of all engineering deliverables including:
    General and equipment layouts
    Key plans and support designs
    Isometrics, MTOs, stress analysis
    Pipe material specifications and requisitions
  • Interdisciplinary & Client Coordination
    Ensure seamless communication between engineering disciplines, project management, and client teams.
    Maintain alignment on technical requirements, project goals, and documentation standards.
  • Scope & Resource Planning
    Define the engineering scope of work, resource needs, and outsourcing strategies.
    Contribute to the development of project-specific execution strategies and schedules.
  • Project Monitoring & Reporting
    Participate in daily and weekly project meetings, providing updates on:
    Progress and performance
    Delays and mitigation plans
    Change management
    Lessons learned and project close-out
  • Cost & Schedule Management
    Accountable for engineering workload, controlling costs, schedules, and budgets within approved limits.
  • Process Development & Quality Management
    Lead the creation and improvement of work instructions, procedures, and technical guidelines.
    Ensure adherence to the company's Quality Management System (QMS) and project-specific quality standards.
  • Executive Communication & Reporting
    Coordinate effectively with higher management, providing timely and accurate project updates, risks, and progress milestones.

Manager (Engineering, Mech)

IOT Infrastructure & Energy Services Ltd.
Gurgaon
04.2007 - 09.2013
  • Project Engineering Management
    Manage the full engineering scope of work from planning to final delivery.
    Ensure adherence to project schedule, budget, and technical quality standards.
    Lead the engineering team in a multi-disciplinary environment.
  • Multi-Disciplinary Team Leadership
    Oversight of various engineering disciplines including Process, Control & Instrumentation, Electrical, Mechanical, Piping, Pipelines, and Civil/Structural.
    Align cross-functional teams toward common project objectives and ensure technical consistency.
  • Technical Coordination & Review
    Conduct internal technical reviews and provide technical guidance and support to discipline leads and engineers.
    Coordinate interdisciplinary design checks (IDCs) and integrate feedback into engineering deliverables.
  • Engineering Planning & Resource Management
    Develop and review engineering plans and resource allocation.
    Collaborate with discipline leads to prepare resource plans and track team performance.
  • Contract & Scope Management
    Review contract documents to define scope of work and technical requirements.
    Identify and resolve discrepancies and deviations through coordination with clients and project stakeholders.
  • Interface & Stakeholder Management
    Address and manage interface issues across departments to eliminate rework and miscommunication.
    Act as liaison between project management, engineering, and client teams.
  • Document & Drawing Oversight
    Supervise preparation and issuance of engineering documents, including:
    Layouts, technical drawings, and design specifications
    Modeling and drafting inputs
    Engineering deliverables aligned with contract requirements
  • Site Query & Design Resolution
    Manage and resolve site design queries, ensuring swift communication between engineering and site teams.
  • Safety & Design Reviews
    Participate in critical safety and design reviews including HAZOP, 3D Model Reviews, and Plot Plan discussions with clients and other discipline leads.
  • Project Execution & Support
    Ensure the project team is fully conversant with the Project Execution Plan and project-specific objectives.
    Support project execution with timely engineering deliverables, minimizing cost and maximizing operational safety and effectiveness.

Principal Engineer (Engineering)

Tractebel Engineers and Constructors Pvt. Ltd
New Delhi
12.2005 - 04.2007
  • Team Leadership & Design Oversight
    Lead and guide a team of draftsmen and design engineers for pipeline-related design work.
    Review and approve engineering drawings, documents, and designs prepared by subordinates and consultants.
  • Engineering Documentation & Drawing Management
    Supervise the preparation of:
    General Arrangement Drawings (GAD)
    Station Piping Layouts
    SV Station Layouts
    Pipeline alignment sheets and routing maps
  • FEED & Detailed Engineering
    Involved in Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and Detailed Engineering for cross-country pipeline projects.
  • Technical Review & Vendor Coordination
    Prepare and review tender documents and vendor drawings/documents for pipeline projects.
    Conduct Technical Bid Evaluations (TBE) of pipeline/piping vendors.
  • Specification & Standards Development
    Develop pipeline and valve material specifications.
    Ensure designs are compliant with international codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, ISO).
  • Pipeline Stress Analysis
    Perform pipeline stress analysis using CAESAR II, ensuring integrity and compliance of design.
  • Interdisciplinary Coordination
    Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to gather necessary design inputs and maintain schedule alignment.
  • Client & PMC Interaction
    Attend client and PMC review meetings, address technical queries, and finalize design aspects.

Senior Engineer (Piping)

Dee Development Engineers Pvt. Ltd.
Faridabad
05.2002 - 11.2005

Highlighted Impact:

  • Drafting Team Management & Drawing Oversight
    Organize and guide the drafting team to finalize piping layouts and isometric drawings based on input data received from clients.
    Review and verify General Arrangement Drawings (GADs), isometrics, support details, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) for accuracy and completeness.
  • Piping Design & Layout Development
    Develop conceptual piping layouts, equipment layouts, and valve and piping material specifications in line with project requirements.
    Generate and finalize isometric drawings for fabrication and site execution.
  • Material Take-off & BOM Preparation
    Extract and compile the complete piping Bill of Materials from layout and isometric drawings.
    Ensure BOM accuracy for procurement and construction planning.
  • Stress Analysis
    Perform piping stress analysis using CAESAR II software, ensuring piping systems meet design and operational requirements.
  • Site Coordination & Inspection
    Conduct site visits for finalizing piping routes, verifying BOM, and supporting erection teams during construction phases.
    Coordinate with IBR inspectors and ensure mechanical clearance of piping systems as per regulatory requirements.
  • Client and PMC Interaction
    Attend client/PMC review meetings to provide progress updates, resolve technical queries, and finalize design decisions.

Engineer (Piping)

Tech sharp Engineers and Constructors Pvt.Ltd
Jamnagar
08.1997 - 04.2002
  • Piping Fabrication & Erection
    Manage the fabrication and erection of on-plot piping systems, including:
    Material identification
    Pipe spool fabrication
    Welding inspection and NDT coordination
    Hydro testing, flange management, and boxing-up activities
    Supervise activities as per isometric drawings, GADs, and P&IDs.
  • Engineering Coordination
    Liaise with the engineering team to ensure timely receipt and implementation of Approved for Construction (AFC) drawings.
    Ensure all deliverables are transmitted accurately to site teams and are aligned with project requirements.
  • Material Management
    Review Bill of Materials (BoM) and Material Take-Offs (MTO) to verify quantities and specifications.
    Coordinate with procurement for timely delivery of construction materials and equipment.
  • Inspection & Quality Assurance
    Organize and participate in:
    Welding inspections
    NDT activities
    Stage inspections
    Punch list preparation
    Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project procedures.
  • Equipment Installation & Commissioning Support
    Oversee the installation of static and rotary equipment such as vessels, pumps, blowers, compressors, and turbines.
    Coordinate vendor support for commissioning and ensure alignment with site schedules.
  • Multidisciplinary Coordination
    Interface with other engineering disciplines to share technical inputs and ensure smooth execution across departments.
    Attend client/consultant meetings to address queries and obtain approvals on drawings and documents.
  • Document Management & Client Interaction
    Participate in project meetings to clarify design comments, submit engineering documentation, and ensure alignment with client expectations.

Education

B.E. - Mechanical Engg.

Gulbarga University
Gulbarga, Karnataka
07.1997

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Resource Planning
  • Engineering Design
  • Multidisciplinary Coordination
  • Cost Control
  • Team Leadership
  • Decision-Making Skills
  • Stakeholder Communication

Familiarity With Codes And Standards

ASME-31.1, ASME-31.3, ASME-31.8, API, ASTM, MS Office, PDS, Navis works, Caesar II

Major Projects Handled

  • Buzurgan Gas Compression Project Iraq ILF Consultant Abu Dhabi
  • Crude oil Process Plant ADNOC, UAE
  • HRRL Crude Oil Terminal (COT) and Associated Facilities, Mundra, INR 1145 Crore
  • Crude Storage Tanks and Terminal Facilities, Mina Al Fahal
  • Products Storage Facilities, Salalah for Mina Petroleum Corporation
  • Strategic Storage of Crude Oil Project, Visakhapatnam
  • EPC of Infrastructure and Process Facilities, INR 400 Crore
  • Panipat Naphtha Cracker Project, Panipat, India, INR 1100 Crore
  • EPC of Oiltanking tank storage terminal, Karimun, Indonesia
  • 500 Km Dahej-Uran Natural Gas Pipeline Project, GAIL (India) Ltd., New Delhi
  • 140 Km Thulendi-Phulpur Natural Gas Pipeline Project, GAIL (India) Ltd., New Delhi
  • 194 Km Duliajan - Numaligarh Natural Gas Pipeline Project, Assam Gas Company Ltd., Assam
  • Natural Gas Pipeline Projects, Gujarat State Petronet Ltd., Gandhinagar
  • CDU/VDU Unit in Grass root refinery, Reliance Petroleum Ltd., Jamnagar

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Urdu

Timeline

Engineering Head

Novargi- Argitech Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
11.2023 - Current

Dy. General Manager (Projects)

Chemie-Tech DMCC
09.2022 - 10.2023

Project Engineering Manager

Gulf Petrochemical Services & Trading LLC. (GPS)
11.2013 - 08.2022

Manager (Engineering, Mech)

IOT Infrastructure & Energy Services Ltd.
04.2007 - 09.2013

Principal Engineer (Engineering)

Tractebel Engineers and Constructors Pvt. Ltd
12.2005 - 04.2007

Senior Engineer (Piping)

Dee Development Engineers Pvt. Ltd.
05.2002 - 11.2005

Engineer (Piping)

Tech sharp Engineers and Constructors Pvt.Ltd
08.1997 - 04.2002

B.E. - Mechanical Engg.

Gulbarga University
MOHAMMAD SHAMSHAD