Muthumari Ramachandran

• A results-oriented Project Management Professional with 19 years of experience in in Fabrication and Erection of Structural Steel, Storage Tanks and Pressure Vessels in Oil and Gas, Refinery, Marine, Mining, and Commercial projects.
• Provide essential guidance and leadership to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Fabrication and Installation, taking full responsibility for the technical and commercial operations of assigned projects. Oversee planning, production & installation activities and coordinate with other departments.
• Collaborate with the home office project team and clients to address clashes, design inconsistencies, and interface issues, ensuring optimal solutions are implemented.
• Review and approve Fabrication drawings, Project Management procedures, Fabrication & Erection Method of statements and other construction procedures.

PMP - Project Management Professional

Business Strategy:

• Manage the overall steel fabrication and erection operations at the workshops and sites by offering technical and commercial leadership to perform as a Strategic Business Unit (SBU).
• Responsible for the preparation of operational & development budgets.
• Prepare long-term strategic plan and be responsible for achieving top and bottom lines as well as growth set by the executive management.

Estimation and Tendering

• Capable of identifying costs such as indirect, direct, fixed, variable, capital etc in order to arrive at actual unit cost of production for all processes involved in the steel fabrication and erection operations and share with Project proposal team for tendering.
• Capable of guiding the team in the preparation of offers/ quotations to clients, participation in the tenders and following up on enquiries to convert them into work orders.

Fabrication Skill:

• Well-versed with all types of structural steel, plate and sheet metal, Piping, Storage tanks, Skids, Ducts pressure vessels and Storage tank fabrication, especially relating to, Oil & gas, petrochemical industries, Marine, Jetty, Material Handling, FMCG and other industries. All types of welding, testing, surface treatment such as grit blasting, painting, & galvanizing, pickling and passivation etc.
• Experience with all types of advanced steel fabrication machineries like CNC plate cutting machines, Drilling Machines, Beam cutting Machines, Plate and Pipe rolling machines, Plate Bending machines and modern welding technology including usage of Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) machines.
• Familiar with international standards such as AISC, ASTM, ASME, ANSI, API, AWS & BS etc., governing different aspects of steel fabrication.

Engineering/Document Coordination:

• Supervise/coordinate design, development and issue of the shop drawings, fabrication and erection procedures between site team and Head office.
• Reviews and approve IFC drawings & fabrication drawings related to the project, specifications and contractual obligations and all quality related documents.
• Manage queries (including material substitution, if necessary), revert to the head office engineering team or Client when needed for securing the technical answers.
• Review and approve method of statement for different types of Steel Fabrication and Erection to be followed on workshop/fabrication yard and erection sites.

Material Planning

• Assist the material planning team in creating nesting plans for plates and structural items to minimize steel waste.
• Propose improvement schemes and find alternate method for enhancing current production processes control wastes, minimize reworks & defects and maintain high quality standards as demanded by the clients.

Production Oversight:

• Oversee daily operations within the steel fabrication factory, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and timely delivery standards.
• Work with the Factory Manager to optimize production schedules, implement lean manufacturing techniques, and improve resource utilization.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks to enhance production efficiency and maximize throughput.
• Ensure seamless coordination between fabrication and erection teams for timely project execution.

Quality Assurance and Safety Compliance:

• Implement and oversee quality control measures in both fabrication and erection processes to meet industry standards and client specifications.
• Conduct root cause analysis for defects or quality issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all safety regulations are strictly followed in factory operations and on-site erection activities, minimizing risks and maintaining compliance with legal requirements.

Production/Project Tracking System:

• Familiar with computerized and user-friendly tracking system and material management at the factory shop floor/ fabrication yard including material traceability systems and inventory management.
• Standardize an appropriate organization structure for the fabrication facility as well as site to enhance efficiency and develop roles and responsibilities for all employees.

Project and Construction Management:

• Supervise the entire Industrial Construction department, including Estimation, and Fabrication Workshop.
• Manage EPC / Turnkey LSTK projects, ensuring compliance with project timelines, budgets, and technical specifications.
• Monitor on-site project execution, ensuring alignment with safety standards, engineering designs, and contractual obligations.
• Work closely with engineering, procurement, and site teams to address erection, resource allocation, and logistics challenges.
• Troubleshoot and resolve on-site technical issues, delays, or risks in coordination with site managers.

Procurement and Vendor Management:

• Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to procure raw materials, heavy equipment, and essential resources at cost-effective rates.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure the timely availability of high-quality materials.
• Ensure procurement strategies align with project requirements, budgets, and overall operational goals.

Financial Management & Cost Control:

• Work closely with Finance and Cost Control teams to manage operational budgets effectively.
• Monitor expenditures across factory operations, site erection, and logistics to ensure cost-effective project execution.
• Assist in forecasting and financial planning activities, ensuring alignment between operational strategies and financial targets.

Client and Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring their requirements and expectations are met with high-quality solutions.
• Conduct client meetings and site visits to provide progress updates and address concerns in a timely manner.
• Maintain effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including consultants, regulatory bodies, and contractors.
• Drive customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality projects, ensuring effective issue resolution and fostering long-term business relationships.

Operational Excellence and Continuous improvement:

• Implement the process improvement methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Introduce innovative solutions, including new technologies and best practices, to optimize production and construction processes.
• Ensure strict adherence to industry standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance across all operations.