Navis Manage 2025
NEELAKANDAN V
PMP Certified Project Leader
Chennai
Summary
Results-driven Project Leader with 16+ years of experience in managing complex EPC projects across the oil & gas and energy sectors. Proven expertise in leading multidisciplinary teams, executing greenfield and brownfield projects, both onshore and offshore, from inception to completion while ensuring high quality and compliance. Skilled in risk management, resource allocation, and fostering collaboration. Key contributor to the offshore Project Execution phase for a Spain-based client from May to August 2025 at their engineering office.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Project Leader - PMP Certified
TAAL TECH INDIA PVT LTD
12.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to develop, identify and accomplish assigned goals and objectives.
- Aligned with staff members to develop, identify and achieve assigned goals and initiatives.
- Serve as the primary focal point for all technical and coordination matters related to offshore engineering projects.
- Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of engineering activities, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, structural, piping, electrical, instrumentation, HSE, structurals, etc.). To achieve seamless integration of engineering deliverables.
- Liaise with clients, classification societies, vendors, and subcontractors to resolve technical queries and project issues.
- Review and approve engineering documents, drawings, and models in line with project specifications, and regulatory standards.
- Conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with HSE requirements in all project phases.
- Track progress, prepare status reports, and present updates to management and stakeholders.
Project Engineer
TMK Gulf International Pipe Industry - Sohor ,Oman
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Develop piping layouts, isometrics, and 3D models using industry-standard software (e.g., E3D, PDMS, AutoCAD).
- Perform a stress analysis of critical lines using CAESAR II at a basic level.
- Review and interpret P&IDs, equipment layouts, and piping material specifications.
- Coordinate with the process, mechanical, structural, and instrumentation teams for interface management.
- Prepare MTOs, piping specifications, and material requisitions.
- Resolve site queries and provide technical support during fabrication, erection, and commissioning.
- Ensure compliance with ASME B31.3, B31.8, API, and project-specific piping standards.
- Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and constructability assessments.
Project Coordinator
Lloyd's Register Asia
06.2018 - 07.2022
- Assist the Project Manager in planning, scheduling, and coordinating EPC activities across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
- Prepare and maintain project schedules, milestone charts, and progress tracking tools.
- Coordinate greenfield and brownfield activities, ensuring minimal disruption to existing facilities.
- Support interface management between disciplines (mechanical, piping, civil, electrical, instrumentation, and HSE). Coordinate with procurement for the timely delivery of materials, equipment, and vendor documentation.
- Follow up with suppliers and subcontractors on critical items and delivery schedules.
- Assist in reviewing vendor offers, technical clarifications, and purchase requisitions. Liaise with site teams to resolve engineering queries, and ensure smooth execution of construction.
- Support work permits, shutdown planning, and interface management for brownfield tie-ins.
- Track site progress, daily reports, and highlight bottlenecks to management. Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports, dashboards, and presentations for management and clients.
- Serve as the focal point for communication between internal teams, contractors, and clients.
- Highlight risks, deviations, and propose mitigation measures to the project manager.
Engineer -Quality Assurance
PESCO BEAM ENVIROMENTAL SOLUTIONS
11.2012 - 06.2018
- Develop and implement project-specific Quality Control Plans (QCP), Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), and Method Statements for fabrication works.
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (ASME, API, AWS, ISO, etc.).
- Verify welding procedure specifications (WPS), procedure qualification records (PQR), and welder qualifications (WQT). Monitor fit-up, welding, NDT (RT, UT, MT, PT), dimensional checks, and hydro/pneumatic testing.
- Witnesses hold points and coordinate with third-party inspectors and client representatives.
- Verify surface preparation, painting, and coating works for compliance with project standards.
- Liaise with fabrication shops, subcontractors, and vendors to resolve technical quality issues.
- Review and approve fabrication shop drawings and material test certificates (MTCs).
- Ensure fabrication schedules align with project timelines while maintaining quality standards.
QA/QC Mechanical Engineer
SANDVIK ASIA PVT LTD
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Implemented corrective actions for recurrent issues, mitigating risks associated with potential nonconformances.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of defects, leading to improved manufacturing processes.
- Improved overall production efficiency by ensuring all components met strict tolerances before assembly line integration.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay current on industry developments and emerging quality management trends.
Mechanical QA/QA Engineer
L&T MFF - Modulor Fabrication Facility - Through MMK Enterprises - Mumbai
04.2009 - 12.2011
- Develop and implement Quality Control Plans (QCP), Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), and Method Statements for modular fabrication activities.
- Ensure compliance with applicable standards and codes (ASME, API, AWS, ISO, ASTM, etc.).
- Verify the calibration of measuring instruments and inspection tools before use.
- Support audits (internal, client, and third-party), and maintain ISO 9001 compliance. Conduct inspections for fit-up, welding, dimensional checks, alignment, and mechanical assembly of modules.
- Review and approve WPS, PQR, and welder qualifications (WQT).
- Monitor welding activities, heat treatment, NDT (RT, UT, MT, PT), and pressure testing.
- Inspect the fabrication of piping, structural supports, vessels, and mechanical equipment integration.
- Ensure painting, coating, and insulation works meet project specifications.
Education
Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
SSM College of Engineering
Erode, India 04.2001 -
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Nandha Polytechnic College
Erode, India 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Sengunthar Higher Secondary School
Eode 04.2001 -
Skills
Project management
Team management
Documentation and reporting
Collaborative project development
Software
AVEA E3D
AUTO CAD 2025
NDT - RT,UT,PT,MPT
Welding Technologies and Process
Pipe Stress analysis - Ceasar II
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Timeline
Project Leader - PMP Certified
TAAL TECH INDIA PVT LTD
12.2023 - Current
Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management 8 Essentials
07-2023
Project Management Professional (PMP)
06-2023
Project Engineer
TMK Gulf International Pipe Industry - Sohor ,Oman
10.2022 - 11.2023
Project Coordinator
Lloyd's Register Asia
06.2018 - 07.2022
Engineer -Quality Assurance
PESCO BEAM ENVIROMENTAL SOLUTIONS
11.2012 - 06.2018
QA/QC Mechanical Engineer
SANDVIK ASIA PVT LTD
01.2012 - 10.2012
Mechanical QA/QA Engineer
L&T MFF - Modulor Fabrication Facility - Through MMK Enterprises - Mumbai
04.2009 - 12.2011
Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
SSM College of Engineering
04.2001 -
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Nandha Polytechnic College
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Sengunthar Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -