Chima Osuagwu
Regina,SK
Summary
Proficient Project Engineer with 10 years of experience driving over 7 projects to completion. Skilled in overseeing technical staff and checking that projects are completed on schedule, within budget and according to specifications.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Engineer
ExxonMobil
12.2021 - Current
- Managed continuous improvement and initiatives to improve asset reliability and productivity through capital projects scope development and short term bottlenecks resolution
- Reviewed and defended asset upgrade project scopes with line management to meet company's cost benefit initiatives and budgeting goals
- Assessed impact of modification requests for ongoing projects.
- Prepared technical specifications and RFQs for major equipment packages
- Managed all project communications and ensure relevant stakeholders are fully engaged
- Coordinated various disciplines (design drafting, piping, instrumentation, electrical, control systems, mechanical & process, and production operations) to commitment/support for all ongoing project works.
- Prepared requisition for major equipment design/upgrade (vessels, valves, exchangers, rotating equipment, etc) and specifications for buyout equipment, issuing of RFQ's, quote comparison, vendor selection
- Reviewed construction drawings and material spec queries to ensure proper design and fitness for use as per industry standards and existing equipment design/layout
- Engaged OEMs (SIEMENS, EMERSON, etc) to troubleshoot and recommend modifications to resolve equipment issues in accordance with relevant standards
- Improved plant reliability centered maintenance by reviewing/recommending preventive maintenance strategies of critical safety and process equipment
- Improved equipment availability and reduced production loss due to unscheduled down-times
- Trouble-shot rotating equipment performance issues and equipment failures using the 5-WHY, RCFA, and historical trending of causal factors to prevent future failures
- Supported engineering and construction team in the FEED and detailed engineering for an upgraded multi-stream plate-fin Inlet Gas Heat Exchanger - involving the OEM, LINDE Group Germany
- Developed technical specifications for corroded pipeline repairs and integrity mitigation on process vessels/equipment - including review/modification of drawings
- Supported asset performance audits and key performance indicators (KPI) review
- Provided leadership for the overhaul of gas turbines/compressors and power generators with technical support from SIEMENS OEM and turbo-machinery team
- Reviewed major accident hazards and participate in technical risk assessments, project execution lean thinking workshops, and lessons learned documentation for future projects
- Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field and offshore conditions.
- Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated on interdisciplinary projects, showcasing adaptability and versatility as a Project Engineer.
- Recommended process improvements to reduce unnecessary waste.
- Improved communication among stakeholders through regular updates and meetings.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Project delivered: Engineering design and process simulation for retrofit construction and installation of brownfield bypass line on natural gas extraction plant inlet gas heat exchanger. I identified technical risks and implemented mitigation strategies during the project lifecycle.
Project Coordinator
ExxonMobil
05.2017 - 12.2021
- Planned and executed turnaround shutdown projects for the natural gas process plant to improve the reliability and profitability of the asset
- Provided technical support to engineering design team and site verification for third party contractors
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing new organizational tools and software.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Facilitated completion of punch-list action items post-turnaround shutdown execution
- Monitored fabrication / construction job phases and rectify any gaps or shortfalls
- Performed contractor kick off meetings and project take-offs from tender drawings.
- Coordinated project communications, progress reporting and meetings update to stakeholders
- Decreased project completion times by efficiently prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to team members.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Conducted thorough post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement in future initiatives.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Supported Planners in ensuring labour and material requirements are correctly included in quotes
- Assisted in obtaining quotes from suppliers, engineering, and freight companies
- Optimized project costs and avoided cost overrun by ensuring all critical paths are resolved during planning and throughout project execution
- Obtained and reviewed purchase orders PO/contract, purchase details and schedule from contractors
- Prepared management of change documentation, and drove implementation of risk measures according to industry standards (including drawing updates)
- Coordinated logistics (materials delivery to jobsite and personnel mobilization/accommodation)
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define clear project goals, leading to consistent alignment with expectations throughout the process.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Projects delivered:
- Project management and revamp/replacement of vulnerable pipelines, brownfield installation of pressure equalization lines on 2nos 24-inch pipeline, and replacement of defective valves.
- Project coordination and replacement of degraded molecular-sieve dehydration adsorbents to improve natural gas dehydration efficiency
- Project coordination of East Area Project offshore platform new deck extension for installation and commissioning of new multi-stream plate-fin inlet gas heat exchanger for the NGL plant.
Process Engineer
ExxonMobil
09.2010 - 05.2017
- Provided site leadership for the engineering design, material specification, construction and upgrade of process plant firewater pump package, hydraulic starter units, crude oil transfer pumps, compressors, offshore reverse osmosis water maker package and sewage treatment units
- Supervised drafting of P&IDs and Issue For Construction IFCs for piping/valves specifications and tender preparation
- Engineering surveillance strategy review for rotating and process equipment including fractionation columns, reboiler units, gas turbines, gas compressors, power generators, cryogenic pumps, turbo-expanders, hydraulic pumps, and other auxiliary systems
- Performed stationary equipment fitness for service assessments and development of repair strategies
- Stewarded Management of Change (MOC) processes involving process equipment modifications, installations and temporary bypasses.
Mechanical/Project Engineer
Halliburton
08.2007 - 12.2007
- Assisted in the development of technical proposals for prospective clients, showcasing the organization''s capabilities and expertise through detailed presentations and documentation.
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices and industry standards, fostering professional growth and promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Drafted assemblies, models, and other technical drawings.
- Coordinated corrosion treatment (sand blasting and chemical treatment) of subsea / downhole production service tools
- Reviewed engineering design and installation of subsurface safety valves, and advanced smart well completion sand control screens.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed stuck production packers and downhole equipment issues, quickly made plans for repairs and monitored use to rectify issues.
Education
Master's degree in Process Systems Engineering -
Cranfield University
Bedford, United Kingdom06.2016
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering -
Federal University of Technology Owerri
Nigeria2010
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology -
Federal Polytechnic Afikpo
Nigeria2005
Skills
- Technical reporting
- Schedule Management
- Resource Allocation
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Technical Drawings
- Non-conforming material reports
- Construction management
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Project Scoping
- Root Cause Analysis
- Risk Management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
- Engineer-in-Training, 2023, Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015), 2023, Worksite Safety Canada
- Standard First Aid/CPR, 2023, Red Cross Canada (Issued by Armour Safety Canada)
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods by Ground (TDG), 2023, Worksite Safety Canada
- Saskatchewan Class 5 Drivers License, 2023, Saskatchewan Government Insurance SGI SK Canada
- Project Management Professional PMP, In view 2Q2024, Project management Institute USA
Languages
English
Full Professional
Playing chess, soccer and outdoor walk-outs
Participated in Nigeria Oil Industry Games NOGIG 2012-2020 in chess and soccer competitions
Timeline
Project Engineer
ExxonMobil
12.2021 - Current
Project Coordinator
ExxonMobil
05.2017 - 12.2021
Process Engineer
ExxonMobil
09.2010 - 05.2017
Mechanical/Project Engineer
Halliburton
08.2007 - 12.2007
Master's degree in Process Systems Engineering -
Cranfield University
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering -
Federal University of Technology Owerri
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology -
Federal Polytechnic Afikpo