The document provides a summary of P. Gnanavel's experience and qualifications for a senior construction management role. It outlines over 30 years of experience managing design, fabrication, construction, and commissioning of piping systems and equipment in various industries. Key areas of expertise include piping, equipment erection, quality control, project management, and health and safety. Major past projects include oil and gas facilities, power plants, and industrial construction. The document emphasizes a proven track record of safety and on-time delivery on large international projects.

1. P. GNANAVEL
W-567,Park Road, Anna Nagar West Extension,Thirumangalam.Chennai-101.
MOB-9790860173
E-Mail ID :p.gvel@yahoo.co.in/gnanavelsmcc@gmail.com/p.gnanavel@outlook.com
SENIOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
DESIGN, FABRICATION, ERECTION AND COMMISSIONING OF PIPING/EQUIPMENT
Strong credentials in delivering superior performances under demanding work environments
OBJECTIVE: Seeking Lead role in the areas of Piping, Equipment, Heavy Steel Structure Design,
Fabrication , Installation, Inspection, Testing ,Commissioning and other associated works in Oil &
Gas/Refinery/Oil Processing/LNG/Petrochemical/Thermal Power Sector/Cross Country Pipeline/New Oil
Pier/Refinery Shut-down and Oil Processing Shut-down/Industrial construction/Scientific
projects/Commercial Buildings or allied industries/HVAC/MEP/Deluge System ( Fire water sprinkler)and
Fire Suppression System.
PROFILE:
Experienced in all phases of the business, project, and construction management of upstream & midstream
oil, gas, products, and energy-related projects with an emphasis on meeting and exceeding world class safety
and quality expectations. Accomplished at working within complex, integrated work environments with
multi-discipline and multi-cultural staffs to ISO, and various foreign standards, practices, procedures, and
specifications in a variety of geopolitical climates on small, large, and mega-projects. Have managed work for
EPC contractors, engineering consultancy services companies, as well as E&P owner companies. Areas of
expertise include both technical (engineering and construction) and commercial aspects gained while working
with integrated multi-national oil and gas companies, partnerships and joint ventures as a solution integrator
and key source of expertise. Skills consist of developing contracting strategies and contract negotiations;
independent project assessments (including risk assessments; constructability reviews, construction readiness
reviews, operations readiness reviews); partner and subcontractor selections; security; field development
planning, project execution development and troubleshooting; feasibility studies, conceptual and detailed cost
estimates; tender preparation and evaluations; risk management; assist in making informed, tactical commercial
decisions to deal effectively with key objectives, risks, and other issues encountered in operations; and
providing expert witness services. Background includes over 29 years experience, the last 11 years on
international assignments, in the management, engineering, design, planning, construction, and commissioning
& start up of upstream & midstream oil, gas, and energy related facilities (Greenfield and Brownfield): LNG
plants, tank farms, pipelines, compressor/pump stations, Gas power plants, Thermal Power Plants.
• 30 years of chronicled success in managing design , fabrication, construction, modification of piping,
commissioning of Process, utility and other piping systems and Equipment in Oil & Gas industry / Power
Sector/Refinery and Oil/Gas Processing/Petrochemical//LNG/Cross Country Pipelines/Industrial
construction & allied industrial projects.
• Core capabilities in Fabrication & Erection of Piping Procedures, Statement of Method / Lifting Plan for
Piping and equipment erection.
• Wide experience in Design, Fabrication, Erection, Hydro test for piping such as C.S. (A 106/A 53 Gr. B),
API 5L Gr. B, LTCS, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, RTRP, HDPE, Rubber lined / Cement lined / Ceramic lined
C.S. Pipes, G.I. Pipes, G.I., Copper – Nickel materials.
• Execution of Design, Fabrication & Erection of Pipe Rack, Pipe Supports, Steel Structure Work for Tall
Columns, Pressure Vessels, Boilers, Coal Bunkers such as main and auxiliary Structure, Platform,
Walkways, Stairs, Ladder with Safety Cage, Hand rails, Gratings etc.
• Proven expertise in fabrication and erection of Factory and Office area Air Conditioning, Process Exhaust
and general ventilation system.

2. • True team leader, trainer and motivator with ability to integrate activities of team members to optimize
operational efficiency. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Excellent written and verbal
communication.
Key Strength Areas
Engineering Design Upstream Projects Fabrication of Equipment
Piping Solutions-OIL & Gas Industry Power Sector Scientific Center
Quality Control Project Management Industrial Construction
Preventive/Shut-down Maintenance Troubleshooting Cross Functional Coordination
Air Conditioning Construction Equipment HSE
Piping Materials Field Management Plant Start-up
Shut-Down activities Commercial Buildings Thermal Power Plant –500 MW
Refinery and Oil Processing Piping Maintenance AND 210 MW Boiler, Coal
Bunker,STG Erection
EDUCATION
• M.TECH Energy Engineering First Class With Distinction
• B.TECH Mechanical Engineering First Class
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Distinction 79.5% marks
• ASNT Level II Visual Test (VT), Die-penetrant Test (DTP), Radiography Test (RT).
• AUTO CAD (LT 2000)
MAJOR PROJECT WORK EXPERIENCE/ (Projects Handled & Scope of Work)
1. Consultant – Senior Construction Engineer(Piping) in Execution Feb’13 – May ‘15
M/s. Brunel India
Client: M/s Cairn India /ONGC, Barmer, Rajasthan
Scope of Work: largest Mangala On-Shore Oil Processing Terminal Plant piping and associated works,
Settling and Export Oil Storage Tank construction and associated Equipment,
Boiler and STG ,Air Cooled Surface Condenser associated Equipment ,piping works ,Water Treatment
Plant Equipment and Piping
World largest Central Polymer Facilities (CPF)
Plant Shut-down – Piping Tie-In works
De-Bottle Neck Project
Satellite Field Project(NI2 AND RS1)
Fire Suppression System for Control Room
Fire Water Spray/Fire Detection i.e Deluge Valve System for Transformers, Control Room, Boiler, STG
Major Job Responsibilities : Obtaining Approval from Management for DMSR’S,MSA’S Sub-Agencies,
Monitor, Control and Execution and Certification of Piping, Equipment, Hydro Test, Bolt Torque,
Painting , Insulation, Cross Functional Co-Ordination, Authorized for Issuing Work Permits,
Tie-In work co-ordination, Close monitoring of EPC Agencies Progress, Constraints, and achieving the
Management target, Drawings and Test Packages Control, Preparation of Schedule and Progress Follow-up
with QC for NDT,PWHT, ITR’S on daily basis, Plant Start-up with Commissioning Team, Ensuring Safety of
Manpower, Machinery, Equipment, Plant and Environment. Attending the Management Project Meeting and
communicating Output to the Management.
2. Resident Construction Manager Feb’12 – Dec ‘12
M/s. IOT-AEC LTD,Baroda.Gujarat.
(Client: M/s. GSFC,Gujarat.GSFC-OGT Project,Mallavaram,A.P)
Scope of Work: Installation of Construction of Unit Piping-5 units, Static and
Rotating Equipment and CPP.
Major Job Responsibilities: Communication with H.O and PMC. Monitor and Control of Sub-Agencies,
CO-Ordination with Site Staff and H.O and solve the Issues. Follow- up site work Front and Progress,
Attending the Client/PMC meeting and conducting Internal meeting. Follow-up site mobilization of
Manpower , Machinery ,Tools/tackles and materials.

3. 3. Project Manager Jul ‘09 – JAN ‘12
M/s. NRP PROJECTS PVT LTD, Chennai
(Client: M/s. Indian oil Petronas PVT Ltd, Ennore, Tamil Nadu, India.)
Scope of Work: Construction of 18” Twin Transfer Pipe Line on EPC Basis.
Major Job Responsibilities :Co-Ordination with H.O/ Client and Engineering Consultant for 18”Twin-Transfer
Pipe line Route SURVEY, Follow-up of Engineering Drawing Submission for Civil, Piping and Structural works
And obtaining approval from Client. Follow-up and submission of Soil test report to Client/H.O. Site team
management – Pile work, Pile load test and QC REPORTS for Pipe Welder Qualification, NDT,RT Film
interpretation, Civil works . QC Documents to Client for Approval, Test reports follow-up for Mechanical and
Civil works and obtaining approvals from client. Submission of Daily progress and Follow-up Certification of
Monthly Invoice.
4. Manager-MEP Apr ‘08 – May’09
M/s. Sumitomo Mitsui Construction Co. India Ltd, Chennai
(Client: M/s. Polymatech Electronics (P) Ltd, Hi-Tech SEZ, Oragadam, Tamil Nadu, India.)
Scope of Work: Design, Execution of Factory and Office area Air-conditioning, Piping system for Filter water,
Process Cooling, Chilled water, Fire water, Compressor air, Vaccum
HSD Oil and Sewage Treatment System.
5. Piping Superintendent Oct. 05’- Mar’ 08
M/s. Kharafi National Co., Kuwait
(Main Contractor: M/s. Petrofac International Ltd, Kuwait for M/s. Kuwait Oil Co., Kuwait)
Scope of Work: Facility Upgrade and relocation of underground process piping in Gathering centre (Group – A)
6. Fabrication Shop In-Charge/Site In-Charge Apr’ 97- May’ 01
& May’04 – Sep’05
M/s. Specialist Oilfield Services, Kuwait
(Main Contractor: M/s. S.K. Engg. Construction for M/s. Kuwait Oil Co., Kuwait)
(Main Contractor: M/s Daelim Industries Co., Kuwait for M/s. Kuwait Oil Co., Kuwait)
(Client- M/s. Petrochemical Industries Company, Kuwait)
( Client-M/s. Snamprogetti, Kuwait/ M/s. Saudi – Texaco Co (Joint Operation), Kuwait)
(Client- M/s. Kuwait National Petroleum Company, Mina Al-Ahmadi Refinery, Kuwait)
Scope of Work:
a. Fabrication of Piping for Revamping Project (Gathering Centre 15)
b. Shutdown 04 in Ammonia plant installing MOV’S to replace manual operating Valves including line
modification (36” gas line)
c. Fabrication of RTRP Piping Spools. Effluent water treatment project (EWTP)
a. Fabrication, Grit Blasting, Painting of Piping, Piping Supports & Pipe Racks for M/s. Equate, Kuwait.
b. Fabrication, Hydro testing, Grit Blasting & Painting of 18 branch manifold, gas chamber & scrubber unit.
c. Fabrication, Erection, Hydro testing, Grit blasting and Painting of 12’ Dia Gas line.
7.Piping Superintendent Feb’03-Apr’04
( Main Contractor-M/s. Hyundai Engg Co. Ltd, Kuwait) & Jul’01-Jan’03
( Client-M/s. Kuwait National Mina Al- Ahmadi Refinery, Kuwait.)
(Main Contractor-M/s. Heavy Engg. Construction & Shipping Co, Kuwait
( Client-M/s. Kuwait Oil Company, Kuwait)
Scope of Work: New Oil Pier Construction at Off-Shore and associated On-Shore Facilities.
Scope of Work: Construction of new flow lines from well – head to Gathering Centre for KOC East, West &
South Oil Field.
8. Sr.Field Engineer
M/s. SPIC-JEL Engg. Construction Ltd, India Nov’ 87 – Mar’97
SPIC – SMO, Chennai, India & Nov’86-Oct’87
Client- M/s. Tamilnadu State Electricity Board, Tuticorin.
Main Contractor: M/s. Mitsui & Co., for M/s. Uttra Pradesh State Electricity Board, Anpara, India
M/s. SPIC – LPG Importation Plant, Tuticorian, India
M/s. Indian Petrochemical Industries,Gujarat,India
Construction Equiptment Division SPIC – JEL Engg. Construction Ltd., Chennai, India
(M/s. Tamilnadu Petro Products Ltd., Chennai, India)
Scope of Work:

4. a. Construction of 2x210 MW Boiler, Steam turbine for thermal power plant.
b. Construction of 2x500 MW Coal Bunker, Steam Boiler, Ash handling system, Balance of plant for thermal
power plant.
c. Construction of Pipe line (LPG)
d. Construction of Equipment & Piping for Poly Propylene Project.
e. Replacement with new Components by removing damaged / old not functioning Components to make
them function. Preventive maintenance /Service of Equipment to function smoothly
f. Shutdown work, Piping modification, heat exchanger & manual gate valve servicing work
g. Fabrication & Erection of Structural Steel works for tall Columns and Pressure vessels.
9. Technical Apprentice
Enfield India Ltd, Ranipet, India Aug ’85 - Sep ’86
Scope of Work: Training at Machine Shop in Automatic Machineries operated by CAM, Pneumatic, Hydraulic
Controls Machine
Major Job responsibilities:
• Studied and comprehended Piping Instruments Diagrams (P & IDs), General Arrangement Drawing
(GAD), Isometric Drawing, Structural Steel drawings & Billing of Quantities.
• Preparing Master Construction Schedule, Monthly Construction Schedule, Weekly Schedule and
Monthly Progress Report & Weekly Progress Report and secured necessary approvals.
• Submitted MIS reports to the Site Manager / Project Manager relating to working drawings, Material
availability / Shortage Status, Daily production status, Work fronts & hold points.
• Arranged mobilization and Demobilization of Manpower, Equipment, Permanent and Temporary
Materials to Site.
• Boiler-Main and auxiliary structure including ceiling girder, Coal Bunker Main and associated
structure,
• Pressure Parts Piping, Non –Pressure Parts Piping, Boiler Equipment Erection, Welding, NDT Follow-
up,
• STG ,Steam Condenser and associated Equipment and Piping erection, Welding, Duct erection, Leak
test, Hydro Test ,Painting and Insulation and other associated works, commissioning co-ordination.
• Resolving Engineering Queries related to Piping, Equipment, Heavy Steel Structural and HVAC and
getting Approval from Management. Managing Engineering Consultants/Own Design Team.
• Multi Discipline skills like Civil, Electrical and Instrument works.
• Set up regular Co-Ordination with Quality Control Dept. for Welder’s Qualification Test to implement
Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) at Site. Effectively managed Storage, Control and Proper
usage of Welding electrodes, Filler materials and other consumables.
• Offered for joint inspection to Client with nomenclature (i.e.) Heat No, Edge DPT, Fit-Up, Root
Welding by keeping windows, Window closing after inspection, Root DPT, Inter-Pass DPT, Final DPT,
Visual Inspection, offering for RT and follow-up. RT Film Interpretation.
• Designed and Finalized Fabrication & Erection of Piping Procedures, Method of Statement / Lifting
Plan for Piping and equipment erection, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Tool Box Talks at Site.
• Successfully managed execution of Fabrication, Erection, Hydro test for piping such as C.S. (A 106/A
53 Gr. B), AP15L Gr. B, LTCS, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, RTRP, HDPE, Rubber lined / Cement lined /
Ceramic lined C.S. Pipes, G.I. Pipes, G.I., Copper – Nickel materials. Administered Hydro test Punch
list, Pre-Commissioning punch list, and provided needed assistance for Commissioning activities.
Successfully controlled Piping Spool Management by having Proper Track.
• Overseen implementation of Underground pipe line Services activities including Excavation, Surface
preparation, Coating, Inner & Outer tape wrapping, Lowering pipes in the trench, offer for RT,
witness hydro test by Client, Backfilling & Compaction
• Planned and managed shutdown jobs, pressure vessel fabrication, steam condenser erection, heat
exchanger & gate valves servicing, power cable laying in the trench for MOV’s, Grit blasting /
Painting, Insulation of Piping ,Bolt torque, Line Inspection Completion follow-up as per P&ID, witness
• Hydro test, Depressurizing ,Air Blowing and Re-Instate.
• Successfully managed Execution of Fabrication & Erection of Pipe Rack, Pipe Supports, Steel
Structure Work for Tall Columns, Pressure Vessels, Boilers, Coal Bunkers such as main and auxiliary
Structure, Platform, Walkways, Stairs, Ladder with Safety Cage, Hand rails, Gratings etc.
• Utility Piping system, DG Piping system ,Clean Air ,STP and Elevator work for Industry, Architectural
• Steel finish work for Scientific Center, Commercial Malls.

5. • Managing the entire project of Fabrication and Erection of Factory and Office area Air Conditioning,
Process Exhaust and general ventilation system.
Training Undergone:
• Safety Induction for Permit to Work.
• Health, Safety & Environment and PPE.
• First Aid
• Golf Cart
• Fire Fighting
• Operating of Man lift
• H2S
• Weekly Safety class on Construction Practices
• Technician Apprentice at Machine Shop
• Fabrication Shop Training Conducted For Fit-up, Welding Sequence to Control heat for Pressure Vessel
and Manifold
• Piping Spool Management
• RTRP Piping spools Fabrication and Hydrotest
Machines Handled:
• ♦ Plate Shearing Machine ♦ Plate Rolling Machine ♦ CO2 Welding Machine ♦ Plasma Cutting Machine
• ♦ Cold Cutting Machine ♦ Hydraulic Pipe Bending Machine ♦ Portable Magnetic Drilling / Cutting
Machine
• Followed Pipes and Pipe fittings, Structural members automatic Shot blasting and Airless Spray Painting
• Field fabrication and Pouring of Chemical for PUF(Cold Insulation),Electrical Heat tracing and Hot
Insulation
• All the drawings and Documents Status Reviewed through IRIS Management System
• Piping Fabrication, NDT, Delivery Status Reviewed through PROMAN Management System
• Completion of Process System handing over to Operations Status Reviewed through PETRO IT.
Computer Skills : MS – Windows, MS – Office (Excel & Word)
Date of Birth: 17-June-1967
Nationality: Indian
Languages Known: Hindi, English, Tamil, Malayalam, & Arabic
Married :2 Children
Driving License :Light Vehicle ,Two Wheeler(Within India)

6. • Managing the entire project of Fabrication and Erection of Factory and Office area Air Conditioning,
Process Exhaust and general ventilation system.
Training Undergone:
• Safety Induction for Permit to Work.
• Health, Safety & Environment and PPE.
• First Aid
• Golf Cart
• Fire Fighting
• Operating of Man lift
• H2S
• Weekly Safety class on Construction Practices
• Technician Apprentice at Machine Shop
• Fabrication Shop Training Conducted For Fit-up, Welding Sequence to Control heat for Pressure Vessel
and Manifold
• Piping Spool Management
• RTRP Piping spools Fabrication and Hydrotest
Machines Handled:
• ♦ Plate Shearing Machine ♦ Plate Rolling Machine ♦ CO2 Welding Machine ♦ Plasma Cutting Machine
• ♦ Cold Cutting Machine ♦ Hydraulic Pipe Bending Machine ♦ Portable Magnetic Drilling / Cutting
Machine
• Followed Pipes and Pipe fittings, Structural members automatic Shot blasting and Airless Spray Painting
• Field fabrication and Pouring of Chemical for PUF(Cold Insulation),Electrical Heat tracing and Hot
Insulation
• All the drawings and Documents Status Reviewed through IRIS Management System
• Piping Fabrication, NDT, Delivery Status Reviewed through PROMAN Management System
• Completion of Process System handing over to Operations Status Reviewed through PETRO IT.
Computer Skills : MS – Windows, MS – Office (Excel & Word)
Date of Birth: 17-June-1967
Nationality: Indian
Languages Known: Hindi, English, Tamil, Malayalam, & Arabic
Married :2 Children
Driving License :Light Vehicle ,Two Wheeler(Within India)