Accomplished Area Fabrication Manager experienced in managing complex construction and fabrication projects. Achieved successful project outcomes through strategic planning, effective leadership, and strong organisational skills. Focused on enhancing team performance and fostering collaboration across departments.
Managing the Construction strategically to complete the accommodation refurbishment in a timely manner as per contract and commissioning requirement
Assisted Project Manager by leading team responsible for construction and refurbishment of Accommodation (Living Quarters) of EMEM FPSO, ensuring compliance with OWNER and CLASS approved technical specifications and drawings
Led coordination efforts with HVAC subcontractor to upgrade and install new air handling units (AHU), ACCU, and G.I. and MS ducting in compliance with design and field requirements.
Contributed to the planning, dry-run, start-up, and commissioning of the complete new HVAC system.
Tracked project schedule and planned effectively to maintain progress, identifying and forecasting potential obstacles during fabrication, installation, and commissioning
Follow-up with Engineering for timely issuance of IFC drawings to fabrication yard for the yard to produce shop drawings for site team to commence with fabrication work
Monitor on materials, equipment purchased are accordance to the specification, requirement and delivery dates accordance as per plan
Closely follow-up with Procurement activities to comply with Procurement Plan, Company Guidelines, requirement, etc. in terms of cost effective
Involved in sub-contracting tender process, preparation of bid and be a part of team member in technical bid evaluation.
Developed final punch list and ensured completion of all outstanding items prior to acceptance.
Participated actively in weekly progress and engineering meetings with clients and Yard to discuss work status and align on milestone and KPI targets
Attending daily VSCC meeting to coordinate with Yard, subcontractors and vendors for daily activities
Attending daily Commissioning meeting and follow-up on SIMOPS to avoid clashes between inter disciplines, trades
Attending weekly safety walkabout with Yard, subcontractors and vendors for maintaining good safe workplace and improve on safety standards to achieve zero incident zero accident
Being a focal point to coordinate between Engineering team and BV Class for all Marine related items
Coordinate lessons learnt feedback, ensuring capture of lessons in Construction’s lessons-learned discussion and provide input to close-out report sections upon completion of work.
Reason for leaving – Career Progression & Project Assignment Completion
Area Fabrication Manager
GLOBE TECH SERVICES CO., LTD
Penglai District, Yantai, Shandong Province
11.2023 - 05.2025
Being a lead by assisting Fabrication and Yard Manager to oversee site construction activities by planning, managing, coordinating construction execution strategy, day-to-day activities on fabrication and erection of the MWP8-LNG Train 3, TMS-004 Refrigerant Compressors MR1/MR2/MR3 String 2 module from Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning (offshore) EPCC. Estimated weight of 9,978 tons
Managing the Construction strategically to complete the construction/ erection of Module in a timely manner as per contract and commissioning requirement
Tracked project schedule and developed planning strategies to ensure progress remained on track, proactively identifying potential obstacles during fabrication, erection, and onshore commissioning.
Follow-up with planning department on daily basis to keep track of the project schedule to ensure construction progress is progressing on track and work on 4 weeks lookahead plans for continuous work progress
Participated in weekly meetings with Engineering to secure timely issuance of IFC drawings for the fabrication yard to produce shop drawings, enabling the site team to commence fabrication work.
Participated in weekly meetings with Procurement to verify that equipment and materials were delivered according to ROS dates per L4 schedule. Coordinated any deviations with both EPC and yard procurement to enhance processes and prevent schedule impacts to site construction.
Served as focal point for construction, collaborating with yard’s fabrication module manager to ensure coordinated planning across disciplines, organising job sequences between trades for smooth workflow.
Participated in safety and quality meetings, training sessions, weekly walkabouts, quality discussions, audits, and KPI target reviews to promote a culture of safety and quality assurance.
Attending monthly project HSE Committee meeting with Client, fabrication yard and sublets.
Develop final punch list and ensure completion of all outstanding items prior to acceptance.
Coordinate lesson learns feedback, ensuring capture of lessons in Construction’s lessons-learned discussion and providing input to close-out report sections upon completion of work.
Filled in as the acting Fabrication Manager during absences, addressing all matters related to construction and attending company internal management meetings, as well as triparty meetings between the client and fabrication yard.
Reason for leaving – Project Assignment completion.
Fabrication Module Lead
LNG CANADA, SHELL
Zhuhai
05.2022 - 04.2023
Assisted Construction and Project Manager by overseeing site construction activities, planning and coordinating construction execution strategy and day-to-day operations.
Module Champion for a group of 8 PAR (pipe rack) and 2 PAU modules: pro-active monitoring of engineering and procurement activities for these modules and facilitating issue resolution to ensure timely delivery of engineering and procurement by JFJV to the fabrication yard, followed by owning these modules at site.
To attend daily toolbox talk (TBT), Safety Task Assignment (STA) and review the planned activities if sufficient safety measures are covered
Participate in a mass toolbox talk, management safety walkabout, Area Action Team (AAT) safety inspection and discuss between team members to identify, communicate and manage risks through EPC Contractor that could impact achieving HSSE objectives
Participating in Human Factor Engineering (HFE), Preservation and Final Walk down to identify, communicate and manage opportunities to improve existing ways of working and to innovate to drastically reduce or eliminate exposure to hazards through new ways of working and design
Champions the Safest Project on Earth (SPoE) program and design for safe construction on responsible modules and participate in HAZID’s, risk assessments, task instructions and safety walks in the field, focusing on the modules
Works closely with the LNG Canada, EPC contractor and Module Yard organizations to grow and nurture a strong HSSE/Quality culture supporting HSSE/Quality performance, goal zero, right first time, zero defects’ philosophies, to meet LNG Canada’s vision to build the Safest Project on Earth. Takes personal responsibility for keeping all people safe and fabrication of high-quality modules
Monitor Fabrication HSSE, Quality/FPD and Efficient Execution leading KPIs for the modules, prevent performance issues and identify issues early followed by driving for improvement through EPC Contractor
Supported and mentored LNGC Fabrication Team members to develop skills and foster collaborative relationships with OSBL Fab Team Organizations (JFJV/CFHI), ensuring efficient module fabrication and achievement of LNGC quality and HSSE targets.
In coordination with other LNGC Module Leads survey the fabrication activities for the OSBL modules with the objective to identify and highlight any risks, opportunities or threats that may have favourable or adverse impact on the module delivery. In a timely manner pre-empt potential HSSE and Quality issues discuss alternative solutions and provide guidance in preparing plans of action. Support JFJV to drive continuous improvement and risk/flaw awareness.
Review EPC Contractor module fabrication execution planning deliverable assigned to and spot check the high-risk module fabricator procedures and work method statements focusing on ensuring the contract specifications are met and work will be executed safely
Verify and participate in effective readiness reviews for the modules and follow up, focusing on HSSE, Quality and Efficient execution
Patrolled yard frequently, engaging in field activities to verify effective construction management and supervision by JFJV, identifying and addressing potential issues early.
Verify and analyse fabrication schedules, progress and quantity curves, manpower needs and outlooks for the modules, with the support of the LNGC Schedule Engineer
Identify, communicate and manage risks through EPC Contractor that could impact achieving schedule objectives
Ensure the carry over work for the modules is properly identified and reported by JFJV
Participate pro-actively and lead by example in building a quality culture where all are pro-actively taking actions to prevent quality issues and to meet quality contractual objectives and agreed KPIs
Identify, communicate and manage risks through EPC Contractor that could impact achieving quality objectives
Provided input to LNGC and JFJV risk and lessons learned programs and mitigated assigned risks.
Completed project assignment, concluding responsibilities with the team.
Construction Manager
TANJUNG OFFSHORE SERVICES SDN BHD
Qingdao City
02.2021 - 04.2022
Managed construction strategically to complete MOPU building on schedule and in accordance with contract and commissioning requirements.
Tracked project schedule and planned proactively to ensure on-time progress and anticipate obstacles during fabrication, installation, and commissioning.
Monitored procurement activities to ensure compliance with TOS Procurement Plan, PETRONAS Guidelines, and Malaysian stakeholder requirements for governance and cost-effectiveness.
Monitored materials and equipment purchases to ensure compliance with specifications, requirements, and delivery dates in accordance with the ROS plan.
Involved in the sub-contracting tender process, prepared bids, and participated as a team member in technical bid evaluations.
Assisted the Project Manager and Project Sponsor with the overall EPIC of a new build of a four-legged jack-up Mobile Offshore Platform Unit (MOPU) comprising Living Quarters (70 pax) and two units of Topside modules (West panel [556T] with GTG/GTC and East panel [1156T] with Process Equipment) on the main deck with interconnected piping and cabling/controls according to OWNER, CLASS, and PTS approved technical specifications and drawings.
Participated actively in safety and quality meetings, training sessions, walkabouts, quality discussions, audits, and KPI targets.
Develop final punch list and ensure completion of all outstanding items prior to acceptance.
Coordinate lessons learnt feedback, ensuring capture of lessons in Construction’s lessons-learned discussion and provide input to close-out report sections upon completion of work.
Reason for leaving – Career Progression
Project Coordinator, BWTS
BW FLEET MANAGEMENT AS
10.2020 - 12.2020
Coordinated manpower planning discussions with subcontractor Goltens Singapore to align service needs with MMHE Yard
Coordinate with Warehouse and Shipyard personnel for transferring of material, equipment according to the priority list
Carry out material, equipment inspection and verification with packing list received from both BW Fleet Management and Goltens Singapore that correct material sent and quantity verified
Facilitated communication between TECHCROSS specialist and Goltens Singapore to resolve punch list issues and execute necessary corrections.
To witness pipes hydrotesting and system commissioning in the presence of TECHCROSS specialist.
Monitored budget for services rendered by Yard, verifying any additional or variation claims from Vendors
Reviewed and verified completion reports, collaborating with Technical Superintendent for final approval
Conduct welding inspection on new weld joints on spools, equipment supports and foundation
Coordinate with ship’s electrician, Kongsberg on shutdown planning for termination works on MSB and other related electrical panels
Review IFC drawings and familiarise with work to be done prior to vessel’s arrival
Completed project assignment
Senior Commercial Executive (Billing)
SEMBCORP MARINE REPAIRS & UPGRADES PTE. LTD.
Singapore
01.2020 - 03.2020
Prepared accurate and detailed invoices to meet margin requirements.
Assisted Commercial Manager in settling project invoices with Owner Representatives, ensuring timely payments.
Analysed repair work scope to ensure all additional work was identified and appropriately billed.
Liaise with Ship Repair Manager and Project Supervisors on all quoted and additional jobs.
Assess sub-contractor’s invoices, discuss and negotiate with relevant parties and conclude the bill settlement within the target
Preparation and submission of cost estimates for each project during period of repairs
Liaising with owner’s/client’s representatives, Production, Engineering, Project Management and Marketing Department, sub-contractors and suppliers throughout period of vessel’s stay in shipyard
Prepare and submit profit and loss reports for management reporting.
Departed role to manage family commitments and navigate challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Mechanical Inspector, QAQC Operations
MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES (MHI) Limited
08.2019 - 11.2019
Coordinated with QA/QC team to prepare Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), procedures, and Inspection Test Plan (ITP) to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Review the contractor’s construction work, work procedures and schedules and monitor work progress, quality and safety
Supervise construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule including interfacing with client and other contractors. Monitor the progress and ensure that the project is on time and within budget.
Ensure necessary corrective actions are taken in areas such as planning and scheduling, cost control, subcontract administration, safety and quality of the work
Participated in QA/QC meetings, trainings, walkabouts, quality talks, audits, and KPI target discussions to foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
Coordinated day-to-day site activities, including Daily Toolbox meetings, project facilities, subcontractor management, QA/QC, HSE execution, and site reporting.
Reported work progress, upcoming plans, and significant incidents to Site Lead to facilitate informed decision-making and project oversight.
Reported progress, performance, initiatives, issues, and challenges to the Site Lead.
Coordinates planning, design, engineering, technical and quality control, cost control, etc. to ensure timely and smooth progress of works.
Completed project assignment, leading to departure.
Manager, Operations
MANTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES
Singapore
06.2018 - 01.2019
Manage profit and loss statements and account for costs and revenues
Define and implement policies and performance standards to ensure operational excellence
Oversee day-to-day business operations and liaise with Clients / Vendors
Allocate budget resources for supplies, equipment, marketing, and personnel
Provide leadership at all levels of the organization
Communicate and embody the company vision and values
Built company capacity through recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and mentoring of new talent
Weigh the costs and benefits of various options to determine the best course of action to achieve company goals
Analysed past and current performance and recommended objectives to enhance productivity and profitability
Liaise with shipyard/client/ vendors for job execution planning
Prepare quotation, job report / invoice and discuss with client
Increase management’s effectiveness through active listening with both superiors and subordinates as well as strong written communication skills
To provide leadership and seek out continuing education opportunities to foster a growth mindset
Sought to enhance professional growth and development
Assistant Manager, Commercial
PAXOCEAN SHIPYARD PTE. LTD. SINGAPORE
Singapore
11.2013 - 06.2018
Managed billing and invoicing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for project financials.
Liaised with Production, Engineering, Project Management and Marketing Department to align on bidding activities and contractual matters.
Assist in evaluation and negotiations with vendors, prepare bid analysis and obtain approvals for purchase
Participate in contract commercial bid evaluation and developing contract price budgets
Assist in sourcing for relevant sub-contractors’ quotations, vet to ensure prices are competitive prior using for tendering jobs
Review on the quotation worked out by individual estimators and check if the prices quoted within market rates and also the duration allowed for are realistic
Understanding of repair work scope so that additional work done will be captured and billed
Receipt of Owner’s enquiry and understand Owner’s specification for both general repairs and conversion works
Coordinated vessel inspections according to location and Owner specifications by communicating with Owners and agents.
Compile cost-related data and vendor’s profiles for cost estimating, procurement and management information purposes.
Worked out the repair program/ schedule with Project Planner
Engaged in project kick-off meetings and followed up daily on job progress and Owner requests.
Distribution of tenders for the estimators to work out the quotations
Review tender’s Terms & Conditions and send out to Legal for cross check for those critical requirement
Liaising with Owner’s/ client’s representatives, Production, Engineering, Project Management and Marketing Department, sub-contractors and suppliers throughout period of vessel’s stay in shipyard
Visited clients as needed to address project requirements.
To coordinate within the department, all activities and related documentation for estimating/ contractual support for on-going projects.
To follow-up on budget updates daily/ weekly and on progressive payment as agreed during tendering/ awarding stage
Prepare final costing/ invoice and negotiation of bills with clients and subcontractors
Pursued new opportunities for career advancement
Review Client’s details and send out for credit control to find their financial back round
Liaised with vendors regarding cost quotations and contract terms.
To follow-up on budget updates daily/ weekly and on progressive payment as agreed during tendering/ awarding stage
Prepare final costing/ invoice and negotiation of bills with clients and subcontractors
Pursued new opportunities for career advancement
Construction Supervisor – Piping & Mechanical
EXXONMOBIL EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION MALAYSIA
02.2013 - 10.2013
Ensure that contractor complies with quality and safety requirements including preparing Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
Review the contractor’s construction work, work procedures and schedule and monitor work progress, quality and safety
Implement safe working practices and procedures and assure that safe working conditions are always maintained through work crews practicing safe work methods
Executed fabrication and load-out activities aligned with project objectives
Interpret EMEMPI drawings and specifications and advise fabricators on compliance
Represent EMEMPI and follow EMEMPI’s procedures in accordance to EMEMPI’s OIMS controls in accordance to OWNER, CLASS and PTS approved technical specification and drawings
Implemented corrective actions in planning, scheduling, cost control, subcontract administration, safety, and quality
Minimised waste and damage by implementing strict material handling protocols
Report on work progress, current and near-term plans, accidents, near-miss and other significant events and incidents to immediate supervisor
Reported on progress, performance, initiatives, issues, and challenges to Site Lead
Provided discipline-specific construction expertise to support project functions.
Develop list of incomplete works and punch-list items and monitor programme until completion
Exited role upon successful project completion
Project Manager
ASMAN KADIR ENGINEERING & FABRICATION SDN BHD
05.2011 - 01.2013
Managed and controlled assigned projects.
Development of a realistic plan for all activities from receipt of contract through to delivery.
Ensure that the client requirements are communicated to the organization, incorporated into the project plan and other project documentation.
Established, maintained, and reported on project control deliverables.
Administered overall project contracts, variation orders, and billings.
To establish proper systems of reporting from sites and inter-departments to ensure smooth project implementation.
To establish a proper project management team and define the job description of each member of the team.
Identified critical items and activities impacting project schedule, taking immediate action to resolve issues.
Control and monitor on manpower loading, material usage, consumables and salaries throughout the project duration.
Liaise with client and site team on changes and revisions accordingly from time to time.
Attend all relevant meetings for safety, progress and coordination, tender, commercial negotiation as and when required.
Produced client progress reports based on customer and company GM specifications.
Participated in tender exercises by delivering manpower planning, project schedules, project cash flow, and relevant technical requirements.
Assist in development of Variation Orders and the implementation of them into the organization and project plan.
Developed and presented financial performance reports, including project profit and loss statements, to GM and directors.
Ensure that the workers are strictly complying with the safety rules and regulations and the works are to be executed in a proper and safe condition.
Left position to pursue advancement opportunities within the industry.
Construction Manager (Marine)
MALAYSIA MARINE & HEAVY ENGINEERING SDN.BHD.
Johor
09.2005 - 04.2011
Assisted Project Manager/Project Director with overall project construction including demolition, refurbishment and life extension, and conversion works, ensuring compliance with approved construction drawings, planning package, technical specifications, and safety requirements.
Coordinate with project planner to prepare level 4 schedules on construction matters & planning for facilities, fabrication sites and workshops required for entire period of project and thereafter incorporated into planning package.
Reviewed subcontractor work plans and procedures for realism and compliance with project requirements; evaluated plans and schedules against actual progress targets.
Coordinated with clients to prepare technical queries regarding discrepancies in work scope, drawings, Classification requirements, and materials.
Collaborated with purchasing and production control groups to expedite vendor deliveries, safeguarding project schedules and meeting requirements.
Communicated project milestone dates and critical activity deadlines during weekly meetings with clients, project manager, QA/QC lead, cost control, planner, and PMT.
Interfaced with various internal departments and external parties, including clients, Classification Society, subcontractors, and vendors.
Chaired weekly Project HSE meetings, encouraging involvement and participation from all stakeholders to ensure effective discussions throughout the project.
Attended Toolbox and HSE meetings to discuss safety protocols and best practices.
Preparation of subcontracting plan involved in sub-contracting tender process, preparation of bid and being a part of team member in technical bid evaluation.
Coordinate lessons learnt feedback, ensuring capture of lessons in Construction’s lessons-learned discussion and provide input to close-out report sections upon completion of work.
Reason for leaving – End of Contract & Career Progression
Asst./ Ship Repair Manager
SINGAPORE TECHNOLOGIES MARINE LTD
Singapore
11.2000 - 08.2005
Monitored and controlled job progress, man-hours, and productivity for all project-related works to ensure timely delivery.
Planned the project schedule based on key milestones and critical activities.
Collaborated with Commercial department to manage work schedule within contract scope and address additional work requests from owners.
Work with Commercial and Marketing Departments during the tendering phase to derive the project schedule that is competitive against the competitions
Document and manage schedule extension or reduction to avoid any contractual penalties for delays.
Liaise with various departments on control of manpower and production resources in order to meet work requirements and project schedule.
Chaired and participated in daily VSCC meetings to facilitate project communication and coordination.
Evaluate the contracted work scope to identify specific tasks that are high risks and require special focus on Safety and Quality.
Resolved safety and quality issues raised by owners, class surveyors, and contractors, ensuring compliance with standards.
Establish quality management protocol (e.g. RFI, ATPs) with Owners at the start of the Project and ensure that the established protocol is adhered to by the production departments.
Liaise with owner inspectors and/or class surveyors for progressive and end-of-task work inspections.
Left position to pursue opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
Commercial Officer
PAN-UNITED SHIPYARD PTE. LTD.
Singapore
02.1997 - 10.2000
Preparation and timely submission of Repair Invoice to Owners according to the work carried out. Discuss, negotiate and close out invoices with owners. Following up on ongoing work and updating of Cost and Budget.
Negotiated equipment purchases for repairs and conversions, preparing sales agreements and invoices.
Evaluated technical specifications and prepared comprehensive quotations, ensuring timely submission aligned with requirements.
Sourced sub-contractors and vendors for ship-repair works, issued purchase orders, and negotiated subcontractor invoices..
Monitored estimated and actual man-hours to ensure project alignment. Discuss with relevant trade supervisors and revise and/or control the man-hours.
Keeping in close contact with Owners and Production alike for updates on repairs on board.
Prepare and submit profit and loss reports for management reporting.
Organised estimating and invoicing files to ensure easy retrieval.
Reason for leaving – Career Progression
Trainee/ Billing Technician
SEMBWANG SHIPYARD
Singapore
05.1991 - 11.1996
Prepared accurate and detailed invoices, ensuring compliance with margin requirements.
Assisted commercial manager in settling invoices for projects, ensuring timely resolution with owner representatives.
Assess sub-contractor’s invoices, discuss and negotiate with relevant parties and conclude the bill settlement within the target
Liaise with Ship Repair Manager and Project Supervisors on all quoted and additional jobs.
Understanding of repair work scope so that additional work done will be captured and billed
Preparation and submission of cost estimates for each project during period of repairs
Liaised with owners’ and clients’ representatives, production, engineering, project management, marketing department, sub-contractors, and suppliers throughout vessel's stay in shipyard, facilitating effective communication and coordination.
Prepare and submit profit and loss reports for management reporting.
Departed role to pursue opportunities for career advancement.
Education
Master of Project Management - Project Management
Open University Malaysia
Malaysia
01.2013 - 07.2015
Executive Diploma in Engineering Business Management - Business Management
EDU ACE Sdn. Bhd. Business & Advanced Technology Centre (BATC) Universiti Teknologi Malaysia International Campus
Malaysia
01.2011 - 12.2011
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (S.P.M) - undefined
Sekolah Menengah Ledang Tangkak
Johor, Malaysia
01.1986 - 01.1990
Skills
Interface management
Construction management
Project planning
Project delivery
Fabrication management
Estimating and invoicing
Contract negotiations
P&L management
Construction planning
Leadership
Role versatility
Ship repair manager
IT & LANGUAGE SKILLS
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
Upper intermediate (B2)
English, Malay, Tamil and Malayalam
Advanced (C1)
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING / COURSE ATTENDED
2018 Shipyard Safety Instruction Course, General Trade by Vision Global Engineering & Safety Services Pte Ltd
2016 Develop A Risk Management Implementation Plan by Avanta Global Pte. Ltd.
2016 Effective Negotiation Skills by Management Development Institute of Singapore