Vijaya Baskar
Project Manager
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 16 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Monitors projects by adhering to project schedule and budget, managing project team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in Project Management, team development, operational skills, Risk Management and Budgeting.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Project Manager
Qatar Gas North Field Expansion Project - Subsea Contract
Doha
02.2022 - Current
- P&L owner for the scope
- Client Approved Project Manager
- Project lead for maintaining Quality Indicators
- Responsible to develop Project Stakeholder Management Plan with the interest of securing Project Offshore schedule
- Drives the 'Beyond Zero Together' aspect of Project Management to the team
- Conducts Regular Contract Review Meetings to develop strategies for potential Change orders to CPY.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Managed projects from Engineering to commission.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for the subsea scope.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management on monthly & Quarterly basis.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables - Subcontract scope for Dredging and dredging assistance.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Project Interface Manager
QG NFPS EPCOL Project - NFPS brownfield and greenfield Project- Contract Value 1.6 Bn
Doha
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Leader of Onshore interfaces with Company and their third party Asset owners
- Custodian of Interface Management Plan developed to focus on me Onshore Execution Provides operational inputs to management for synergizing concepts
- Owner of Interface Budget Focal point of External and Internal Interface Pares/ Stake holders.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Reported on monthly basis the status of Interface package approvals to Internal & External Stake holders.
- Owner of Interface Budgets. (Execution & People cost)
- Focal point for Third Party Asset Owners in resolving Interface conflicts.
- Focal point for Generating "No Objection Letters" and Legal Agreements with Third Party Asset owners.
Deputy Project Manager
MCDERMOTT INTERNATIONAL
Dubai
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Works closely with PM to ensure Schedule across EPC phases are met and identify early on any red flags
- Provides input to cost controls for budget calculations based on execution strategy
- Approved Client Liaison for the Project
- Authorized Signatory for all Governmental documentation and Essential Certificates
- Authorized Signatory for initiating Change Orders Actively involved in developing CSR plan for the Project work location
- Provides input to cost controls for budget calculates based on execution strategy
- Conduct Weekly & Monthly Project review meetings and record minutes for the same
- Coordinate with technical departments for smooth flow of information from One discipline to other
- Participate in critical path Analysis Meeting to identify critical path on the Project
- Participate in Management review meetings to provide inputs from Operations
- Regularly participate in inter-discipline meetings to drive the project to schedule.
Deputy Project Manager
QatarEnergy Wellheads and Jackets Project
Dubai
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Generated weekly and monthly status reports for helpful progress tracking.
- Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
- Monitored and tracked project metrics and collected data to share with project members.
- Led team meetings to assess project progress and plan appropriately to meet delivery targets.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors for constructive supplier relations.
- Identified and resolved risks to minimize project disruption.
- Planned, monitored and analyzed project costs to meet financial goals.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
Onshore Construction Manager
Khai Joint Operations Onshore Upgrade Facility
Al Khafji
05.2012 - 04.2015
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Developed and implemented quality control plan to guarantee highest standards of workmanship.
- Supervised team of 180+ construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
- Developed and implemented risk mitigation plan to reduce potential project delays and costs.
- Oversaw effective disposal of construction waste and implemented programs to increase use of recycled materials.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
Lead Commissioning & Completions Engineer
ADMA OPCO Facilities Upgrade Project
Dubai
09.2008 - 04.2012
- Offered technical guidance on regulatory applications and strategy implementation.
- Performed Performance tests, Startup analyses and shut down studies.
- Coordinated activities of workers engaged in research, planning and development.
- Assisted with performing environmental and property use plan evaluations for platform operating requirements.
- Determined level of compliance and technical feasibility of proposed initiatives.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify and deploy optimal strategies for handling drilling needs.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- conducted a 72 hour performance test on an Integrated platform and handed over the platform successfully to Client Production team, to continue with Production.
- Actively participated in aligning on Shutdown windows with production teams.
- Worked on Individual system commissioning and integrated commissioning tests at Offshore
- focal point for all Vendor mobilizations at offshore (23 Vendor Packages)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
Chennai, India 08.2004 - 05.2008
Skills
PROJECT MANAGEMENTTEAM BUILDINGLEADERSHIPINTEGRATIONSUSTAINABILITYSTAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENTMANAGEMENT COMMUNICATIONSCOMMISSIONINGOPERATIONAL RISK
Advanced problem solving
Project planning and development
Previous Companies
- MCDERMOTT INTERNATIONAL
- SAIPEM ENI
- MCDERMOTT INTERNATIONAL
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/08/87
- Nationality: Indian
- Driving License: Qatar Drivers License
- Marital Status: Married
- Visa Status: Qatar Resident
Training
- Managing Project Definition- TAFAWOQ- SHELL TRAINING ACADEMY
- Internal Auditor from Bureau Veritas
References
References available upon request
Hobbies- Dancing, Singing, Program Host
Trained Dancer & Singer for the last 2 decades and have performed across 19 countries.
Also been a program host for the last 7 years
Timeline
Project Manager
Qatar Gas North Field Expansion Project - Subsea Contract
02.2022 - Current
Project Interface Manager
QG NFPS EPCOL Project - NFPS brownfield and greenfield Project- Contract Value 1.6 Bn
09.2021 - 01.2022
Deputy Project Manager
MCDERMOTT INTERNATIONAL
06.2017 - 08.2021
Deputy Project Manager
QatarEnergy Wellheads and Jackets Project
05.2015 - 05.2017
Onshore Construction Manager
Khai Joint Operations Onshore Upgrade Facility
05.2012 - 04.2015
Lead Commissioning & Completions Engineer
ADMA OPCO Facilities Upgrade Project
09.2008 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
08.2004 - 05.2008