Pranav A

• Served as Project Engineer for the mechanical maintenance contract at Sharjah National Oil Corporation, overseeing time-and-materials project execution, workforce management, and maintenance operations while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Managed end-to-end execution of piping modification, sectional replacement, and valve replacement projects, overseeing feasibility assessments, engineering design, dimensional surveys, technical approvals, drafting, procurement, construction activities, and project closeout.
• Executed fin fan cooler maintenance programs involving HP jet cleaning, IRIS tube inspection, tube plugging, and hydrostatic testing, improving equipment performance and extending service life.
• Led In-Line Inspection (ILI) pigging projects by coordinating schedules, liaising closely with plant operations and ILI contractors, and ensuring safe, efficient, and timely execution of inspection activities.
• Participated in intrusive inspection planning meetings and coordinated workforce deployment, arranging competent crews for Confined Space Entry (CSE) and inspection support activities to ensure safe and efficient execution.
• Oversaw annual wellhead maintenance programs for onshore wells, including wellhead greasing and valve replacement activities, ensuring equipment reliability and operational integrity.
• Actively participated in Task Risk Assessment (TRA) meetings and ensured the safe execution of projects within a live gas plant environment, maintaining strict compliance with HSE requirements and fostering a strong safety culture throughout all project phases
• Demonstrated expertise in live gas plant safety protocols, hazard awareness, and control measures, enabling the safe execution of maintenance and project activities in high-risk operating environments.
• Prepared and updated P&ID mark-up drawings for proposed modifications and submitted documentation to the client as part of the Management of Change (MOC) process, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with engineering standards.
• Enhanced stakeholder alignment through consistent daily communication, coordination meetings, and structured activity planning with clients, operations teams, and contractors.
• Maintained high project visibility and delivery quality by preparing and issuing accurate daily progress reports in a timely manner.
• Ensured accurate project tracking and cost control through the timely completion and verification of daily timesheets reflecting workforce hours and project activities.
• Successfully delivered coating, civil, and scaffolding maintenance works by effective planning, scheduling, and supervision, minimizing operational disruptions and supporting asset integrity.

• Worked as Site Engineer for the project refurbishment of Condensate Tank T-201 at Sharjah National Oil Corporation’s Hamriyah terminal.
• Executed full bottom plate and single-deck floating roof replacement for an 83 m diameter condensate storage tank.
• Supervised tank lifting operations using 50T hydraulic bottle jacks in accordance with approved jacking procedures.
• Oversaw fabrication and erection of pontoon sections as per approved engineering drawings.
• Conducted shell thickness assessment and coordinated necessary repair works to ensure structural integrity.
• Managed complete replacement of the tank’s cathodic protection system to enhance corrosion control.
• Coordinated with Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) teams for lighting system upgrades and instrumentation replacement activities.
• Led replacement of inlet and outlet pipeline spring supports with sleeper supports, including associated foundation works.
• Collaborated with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Managed procurement activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials and adherence to quality requirements.
• Prepared detailed progress reports, including financial updates, milestone tracking, and risk assessments for stakeholders.
• Implemented quality control procedures to ensure compliance with engineering standards and project specifications.
• Conducted regular site safety inspections and enforced HSE protocols to maintain a safe working environment.

Worked as a Mechanical Site Engineer across multiple EPC and industrial projects in the UAE, including:

• Sharjah Waste to Energy Project – MASDAR
• Air Liquide – Ras Al Khaimah
• SPEC Oil & Gas – JAFZA
• Al Khaleej Sugar Factory – JAFZA
• PAL-DANAT DCP – Abu Dhabi
• Executed piping and mechanical site construction works in compliance with project specifications, standards, and approved drawings.
• Supervised piping fabrication, support fabrication, and piping erection activities including alignment, fit-up, and installation.
• Coordinated structural steel erection works related to piping systems.
• Managed material handling, tracking, and coordination with procurement and stores for site requirements.
• Controlled welding consumables and ensured compliance with WPS and QA/QC requirements.
• Prepared and implemented Permit to Work (PTW) systems for safe site execution.
• Developed erection plans, method statements, and work procedures as per project schedule and contract requirements.
• Verified isometric drawings, piping specifications, and MTO against engineering deliverables.
• Prepared hydrotest packages and supported piping system testing activities including flushing, leak testing, and nitrogen purging.
• Supervised reinstatement activities and ensured punch list closure after testing.
• Coordinated system completion, inspection, and handover with QA/QC and commissioning teams.
• Supported project planning, scheduling, and cost control to ensure timely project delivery.
• Assisted project controls in reducing delays and improving construction efficiency.

• Carried out maintenance of 3 × 110 TPH HRSG boilers for Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited – Kochi Refinery.
• Led boiler header and fin replacement projects from planning through execution.
• Conducted inspection and assessment of boiler components to identify damage, deterioration, and performance issues.
• Developed repair and replacement methodologies, including material selection, fabrication, and installation planning.
• Provided technical support to site teams and ensured compliance with approved repair procedures.
• Planned and allocated manpower, equipment, and resources for maintenance activities.
• Conducted IBR welder qualification tests in coordination with third-party inspection agencies.
• Ensured compliance with quality standards and contributed to quality improvement initiatives as an ASNT Level II certified engineer.
• Managed site material inventory and verified Material Take-Off (MTO) requirements.

• Executed oil storage tank construction, repair, and associated piping works at Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited – Kochi Refinery, Ambalamugal.
• Supervised erection of 60 m diameter single-deck floating roof tank, ensuring compliance with safety and engineering standards.
• Managed shell erection using hydraulic jacking method (12T jacks), maintaining alignment and structural integrity.
• Supervised fabrication and erection of tank components including bottom plates, annular plates, pontoon boxes, shell plates, rolling ladder, roof drain, and sump piping.
• Acted as Permit to Work (PTW) holder and ensured safe execution of all site activities.
• Coordinated daily with client representatives on progress, planning, and execution updates.
• Provided technical support to site teams and resolved construction issues during tank erection activities.
• Coordinated radiographic testing (RT) and reviewed inspection results for quality compliance.
• Managed blasting and painting coordination with subcontractors for storage tank coating works.
• Optimized manpower allocation and conducted daily toolbox talks for safe and efficient execution.