VANESSA VIEGAS

Belleville

Summary

Accomplished Procurement Engineer with 9 years of strong background in planning and procurement within construction and oil & gas sectors. Expert in managing procurement processes, optimizing cost efficiencies, and ensuring timely delivery of materials for large-scale projects. Proven ability to negotiate contracts, conduct market research, and improve supplier performance. Extensive experience managing procurement for infrastructure projects, including water management and high-rise developments. Prepared to leverage skills as Planning & Procurement Engineer in the oil & gas or construction industry.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Procurement Engineer

Mechanical Engineering & Contracting Co - Kuwait

10.2018 - Current

Managed RFQs, Purchase Orders, and Subcontracts across Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, and Instrumentation components.
Negotiated sales agreements and contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms.
Conducted market research & engaged suppliers to evaluate products and pricing.
Ensured timely delivery of materials by coordinating with vendors, reducing delays.
Calculated project expenses and developed cash flow forecasts for budget control.
Collaborated with Commercial & Project Managers to review direct cost estimates.
Processed invoices ensuring accuracy and timely payments.

Junior Planning & Procurement Engineer

Ahmadian Contracting & Trading Co - Kuwait

11.2015 - 10.2018

Created & managed Method Statements & Baseline Schedules to ensure meticulous planning.
Updated Baseline Programme bi-weekly and monthly to align timelines with milestones.
Designed Manpower Histograms & S-Curves for workforce/resource planning.
Executed cost loading for activities using Primavera P6, reflecting contract values.
Prepared cost comparison sheets for subcontractor bids to secure best-value options.
Drafted purchaser requests & subcontract agreements per company standards.
Compiled Monthly & Bi-weekly Reports with insights on project performance.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Mumbai University – St. John College of Engineering & Technology

Mumbai, Maharashtra

06.2015

Skills

Supplier Relationship Mgmt
Cost Forecasting & Budgeting
Purchase Order Processing
Project Management
Cost Control & Optimization
Material Management
Logistics Coordination

Baseline Scheduling
Effective Communication
Analysis & Reporting
Microsoft Office
AutoCAD
Primavera P6
Oracle Fusion Cloud (ERP, Procurement)

Accomplishments

Upgrade of Chemical Injection & Monitoring System – North Kuwait Facilities

Client: Kuwait Oil Company

Role: Overseeing the upgrade project, managing procurement and supplier relations, controlling project costs, and ensuring timely and successful project delivery.

Water Management at GC-09, 10, 20, & 22 in East Kuwait

Client: Kuwait Oil Company

Role: Contributed to procurement efforts for a large-scale water management project, overseeing the acquisition of materials & supplier management to ensure project success.

Hessah al-Mubarak District, Kuwait– Infrastructure Works

Client: Kuwait Projects Company (Holding) – KIPCO

Role: Oversaw scheduling and procurement for infrastructure enhancements, ensuring timely project completion and compliance with specifications.

Assima Project –Podium, 2 Car Parks, High-Rise Tower

Client: Salhia Real Estate

Role: Assisted in planning and procurement efforts, managing complex schedule and cost structures for a major high-rise development.