Operations Manager Project

PRIYA RAJPAL CHANDWANI, M.S.

Blackmore Ct, San Jose, CA **********@*****.*** 480-***-****

CAREER SUMMARY

Accomplished Project & Plant Operations Manager with extensive experience in construction, process equipment design, procurement, fabrication, and commissioning in the semiconductor and biotechnology industries. Proven expertise in enforcing safety policies, managing project schedules, subcontractor negotiations, budget forecasting, and risk mitigation. Skilled in QA/QC program implementation, document control, and cost control strategies. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, resolving project issues, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Construction Safety & Compliance (OSHA, cGMP, ISO), Project Scheduling & Resource Allocation, Subcontractor & Vendor Negotiation,Cost Control, Budgeting & Risk Management, Capital Projects & Process Equipment Installation,QA/QC Program Implementation,Document Control & Change Order Management,Cross-functional Team Leadership & Mentorship

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Applied Materials, Santa Clara, CA

Plant Operations Manager (Nov 2020 – Jan 2025)

• Enforce safety protocols on job sites, ensuring compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.

• Develop and publish project schedules, aligning construction milestones with equipment procurement and commissioning.

• Identify and escalate project issues, collaborating with subcontractors and internal teams for timely resolution.

• Manage subcontractor and vendor agreements, optimizing costs while ensuring quality and timely deliveries.

• Oversee capital projects, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, safety guidelines, and budget constraints.

• Implement QA/QC programs, ensuring process equipment meets operational and regulatory standards.

• Control project budgets and forecasts, proactively managing costs and negotiating the best pricing.

• Maintain a delay log, track construction progress, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

JLL – Applied Materials, Santa Clara, CA

Senior Project Manager (Consultant) (Oct 2019 – Nov 2020)

• Led fabrication and construction efforts, ensuring projects met safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

• Managed subcontractor agreements and vendor qualifications, optimizing costs and supply chain reliability.

• Developed and monitored project schedules, ensuring timely execution of deliverables.

• Oversaw document control, including RFIs, permits, and change orders, maintaining a traceable project record.

• Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to prevent project delays.

Boehringer Ingelheim, Fremont, CA

Senior Process Engineer / Project Manager (Consultant) (Jan 2018 – Oct 2018)

• Managed capital projects, ensuring seamless equipment installation and process validation.

• Enforced safety and quality standards, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

• Negotiated vendor contracts, securing cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.

Genentech, Inc., South San Francisco, CA

Senior Process Engineer / Project Manager (Consultant) (May 2016 – June 2017)

• Led construction and commissioning of process equipment, ensuring regulatory compliance.

• Developed and implemented QA/QC programs, improving project execution quality.

• Managed change orders, cost controls, and risk assessments, minimizing budget overruns.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• M.S. in Chemical Engineering, University of Massachusetts, Lowell, MA (Nov 2009)

• Certificate in Project Management, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, MA (Sep 2014)

• Visual Inspection Training – Stainless Steel Process Equipment Passivation (May 2013)

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Process Equipment & System Design: Pumps, Fluid Transport, Vacuum Systems, Heat Exchangers, Compressors

• Project Management Tools: SAP, Maximo, Trackwise, PI Trends, Delta V

• Regulatory Compliance: cGMP, CAPA, OSHA, ISO Standards

• Vendor & Subcontractor Management

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

• Successfully led multi-million-dollar construction projects, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.

• Reduced procurement costs by optimizing vendor selection and contract negotiations.

• Implemented QA/QC programs that improved compliance and project efficiency.

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