LOKNATH SAHA
Planning Specialist / Sr. Engineer, Planning
Abu Dhabi
Summary
With a strong engineering background from a renowned university in India, I offer over 18 years of professional experience in the oil & gas industry. My expertise lies in the upstream value chain for both offshore and onshore projects. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated proficiency in project planning, control, and management, overseeing projects from conception to commissioning. I have collaborated with internationally recognized oil companies like Exxon Mobil and Cairn Energy, as well as national oil companies such as ADNOC, KJO, and ONGC, in various contract and PMC roles. Additionally, my PMP certification from PMI, USA validates my project management skills. I am knowledgeable in cutting-edge technologies like AI and blockchain, enabling me to adapt to modern industry demands.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Planning Engineer (PMC)
Al Dhafra Petroleum
08.2018 - 07.2023
- Supporting in development of Strategic Plan
- Monitoring strategically important actions in terms of production, risk, and overall company objectives
- Managed EPC Contract Project Schedule, Cost and Performance for Haliba Field Development Project worth between $500MM and $1B
- Managed Contract Schedule, Cost, and Performance for Concept (Asses & Select) study for Haliba Field Development Phase II for Crude Stabilization Facility
- Worked for Pre-tendering estimation of projects for schedule and budget and developed Contract Plan
Client Rep Planning & Interface (PMC)
Exxon Mobil & ADNOC Offshore JV
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Managed as Client rep
- For Planning & Interface between ADNOC Offshore UZ 750 Program and Drilling / Operations for optimum success without impacting production
Manager - Projects
Essar Construction Overseas Ltd
11.2013 - 10.2016
- As Manager (Projects) executed various contracts for cross-country offshore pipelines, topside facilities project for KJO, and KNOC
Project Engineer
Leighton Asia
03.2007 - 10.2010
- Project Engineer and Planning Engineer for various Oil & Gas Greenfield & Brownfield EPC Projects
Project Engineer
Larsen & Toubro
07.2005 - 02.2010
- Project Engineer and Planning Engineer for various Oil & Gas Greenfield & Brownfield EPC Projects
Education
Bengal Engineering & Science University
07.2000 - 06.2005
Skills
Project Planning & Control
Software & Technology skills
- Advanced Excel
- Data Analysis
- Primavera
- Reporting Tools used in ADNOC
Certification
PMP
Timeline
PMP
06-2023
Sr. Planning Engineer (PMC)
Al Dhafra Petroleum
08.2018 - 07.2023
Client Rep Planning & Interface (PMC)
Exxon Mobil & ADNOC Offshore JV
05.2017 - 07.2018
Manager - Projects
Essar Construction Overseas Ltd
11.2013 - 10.2016
Project Engineer
Leighton Asia
03.2007 - 10.2010
Project Engineer
Larsen & Toubro
07.2005 - 02.2010
Bengal Engineering & Science University
07.2000 - 06.2005
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