Process Engineer, Project Engineer

Matthew Jackson 832-***-****; ******************@*****.***

Profile

I have 24 years of domestic and international experience with engineering companies in management, engineering, operations, and EPC execution on over 20 projects covering a variety of downstream sectors including Ethylene, Refining, Chemicals, LNG Liquefaction Units and Terminals, and Cogeneration. Over the last 14 years, I have held management positions at both the department and project levels and have been responsible for both the technical and financial performance of my organizations. My experience includes extensive training and knowledge of schedule development and milestone achievement, risk and change management, budget creation and cost minimization, quality assurance, personnel recruitment and selection, staff utilization, and performance measurement. My EPC experiences comprise all phases of project execution, including proposals and cost estimation, FEED, detailed design, construction, and commissioning.

Professional Experience

Wood Project Manager – Engineering Apr 2019 – May 2020

KBR Project Manager – Engineering; Department Manager; Engineering Jan 2000 – Apr 2019

Stone & Webster Engineering Mar 1995 – Nov 1999

Motiva Chemical Growth Project (Port Arthur, TX); Project Manager – Interface Management Apr 19 - Mar 20

As Overall Interface Manager for three concurrent projects during the FEL3 (FEED) phase, I was responsible for the creation and implementation of the interface management plan encompassing three distinct process units (ISBL) and their associated off-sites & utilities (OSBL). Each project included coordination between the ISBL and OSBL contractors as well as interfaces with third party entities and tie-ins with the existing facility. Activities included:

Created the Overall Interface Management plan

Facilitated alignment sessions across multiple engineering disciplines to reach agreement on design basis and physical interface details to support a +/- 10% estimate

Created the Interface Query Procedure

Identified and characterized 300+ unique interfaces between contractors

Covestro MSA (Baytown, TX); Project Manager – Engineering Oct 18 – Apr 19

I was responsible for oversight of the engineering personnel and activities for a variety of improvement projects at the existing facility. Activities included:

Prepared Scopes of Work (SOW), project schedules, and associated estimates of engineering hours and cost

Managed the execution of the approved SOW with engineering teams both in the home office and field

Managed project cost and invoicing, change management, progress reporting, and productivity measurement

Ichthys LNG Onshore Project (Darwin, Australia); Lead Project Engineer (Paint & Insulation) Jun 17 - May 18

Working on assignment at site, I provided leadership, management, and technical quality oversight of the engineering personnel and activities of the Paint & Insulation Division during the construction phase of the project. As the primary management contractor, we employed 3 subcontractors with over 1,000 employees to inspect, repair, and replace paint and insulation on both modular and stick-built construction areas. Activities included:

Identified and developed overall scope of work; supervised development of work-packs for instruction to subcontractors

Reviewed and issued all Technical Deviations for client approval and communication with Subcontractors

Developed and evaluated scope reduction initiatives to improve project schedule

Managed team of Project Engineers and Field Engineers including coordination with Subcontractor and client field supervisors and technical teams

Cheniere Mid-Scale Liquefaction Project; Project Manager – Engineering Nov 16 – Apr 17

I coordinated engineering activities and deliverables required by the project for the Regulatory Authority - Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Additionally, I provided overall project engineering support. Activities included:

Created the Project Overall Engineering Basis of Design

Developed the Scope of Work, man-power budget, and Level 2 Schedule for FERC requirements

Monitored weekly and monthly progress and expedited engineering activities related to FERC scope.

Jazan PMC Project (Jazan, Saudi Arabia); Project Management – Interface Management Aug 13 – Nov 16

As part of the Primary Management Contractor (PMC) Leadership, I supervised a team of coordinators who monitored the Interface Management progress of 16 detailed design contractors located in 7 different countries. I supported the client project management team in identifying and addressing issues with Interface Management, offering expert guidance on procedure interpretation, conflict resolution, and progress measurement. Activities included:

Coordinated quarterly eight Global Interface Meetings where approximately 150 - 200 contractors and clients met for a week of face-to-face discussions on scope definition and alignment of detailed design, construction, and commissioning

Produced weekly and monthly progress reports on Contractors’ activities for 3000+ interface points

Provided procedure interpretation and dispute resolution for interface issues between multiple contractors

Jazan IGCC FEED (Jazan, Saudi Arabia); Project Management – Interface Management Nov 12 – Aug 13

As Interface Manager, I was responsible for the creation and implementation of the overall interface management plan and procedures required for the Invitation to Bid documentation to be use for Detailed Design, Construction, and Commissioning. Activities included:

Created Interface Management Plan, System Specification, Interface Type Specifications, and Disciplines Guidelines

Identified and characterized of over 1400 unique interfaces between IGCC contractor units

Coordinated the Schedule Risk Analysis for FEED

Created the Engineering Overall Scope of Work for detail design

Department Manager - Information / Document Management Jul 08 – Nov 12

Under broad direction, I managed the Information / Document Management department by proactively communicating, directing, and implementing the Company’s strategic goals, objectives, visions, and values to the 140 department members. I was responsible and accountable for all phases of Department performance, including adherence to HSE policy, financial, technical quality, and resource planning. Activities included:

Developed yearly budgets for all department activities: monitored, maintained, and adjusted expenditures based on quarterly reviews of department performance and projections. Budget was approximately $10 MM per year

Implemented training to improve qualified resources for project execution

Maintained proper staffing levels according to active and projected needs and worked within Company guidelines to assure personnel retention

Developed and maintained the project work procedures related to discipline execution and interdisciplinary interfaces

Conducted technical audits of projects to assure compliance with procedures and technical quality of work

Provided avenues for employees to develop professionally, including training and availing opportunities in other departments or geographic locations

Supported proposals and consulted at internal reviews for business acquisition

During my tenure, I exceeded all yearly performance metrics for safety, resource utilization, and financial integrity.

Department Resource Manager – Process Engineering Oct 06 – Jul 08

As one of two Resource Managers for the Process Engineering Department, I was responsible for assignments of personnel, department administration, implementation of tools and execution methodologies, and career development of approximately 300 Process Engineers. Activities included:

Developed yearly budgets for all department activities

Provided trained and qualified resources for project execution

Maintained proper staffing levels according to present and projected needs and worked within Company guidelines to assure personnel retention

Recognized employees for their contribution, including annual performance appraisals and compensation reviews

Education & Training

BS Chemical Engineering: Texas A&M University, 1994

Skill Development Training provided by KBR Talent Development

Houston Engineering Future Leaders Program

Understanding Self & Others; Managing Self & Others

7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Negotiation Skills

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