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Dharma Rajanź5

Dharma Rajanź5

Offshore Hook-Up Manager

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SingaporeMember since May 23, 2026
Strong leadership and coordination capabilitiesAbility to manage offshore operational constraints and prioritiesEffective communication and stakeholder coordinationStrong problem-solving and decision-making skillsAbility to work within multicultural offshore project environmentsStrong planning and organizational skillsCAESAR IIPDMSAUTO CAD 2007Navis WorksPrimavera P6MS-OfficeMS-AccessMIPSAKIMSOffshore hook-up and integration activitiesBrownfield modifications and tie-insOffshore construction managementSIMOPS coordinationMechanical completion and commissioning supportOffshore campaign planningMarine spread coordinationPTW systems and offshore HSE proceduresConstruction sequencing and constructabilityInterface managementOffshore logistics and mobilization planningRisk assessment and mitigation
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Strong leadership and coordination capabilitiesAbility to manage offshore operational constraints and prioritiesEffective communication and stakeholder coordinationStrong problem-solving and decision-making skillsAbility to work within multicultural offshore project environments

About

20 years of experience in offshore hook-up activities associated with offshore Oil & Gas facilities and brownfield campaigns.

Experienced Project

Manager, Offshore Construction Manager, Hook-Up Superintendent and Project Engineer with expertise in EPIC Project management & Control of engineering, procurement, construction, installation and subcontract management. Demonstrates strong leadership, problem-solving capabilities, and ability to manage offshore operational constraints in multicultural environments. Worked across various international locations including Doha Qatar, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Brunei and India.

Experience

Offshore Hook-Up Superintendent / Construction Manager - Brownfield & Hook-Up Installation at PTAS - Aker Solutions (2021-01 – Present)

Managing offshore hook-up activities for topsides, jackets, brownfield modifications, tie-ins, and offshore integration works with project value of NOK 1.5 to 2.5 billion. Client: Shell - ORMC (Offshore Reliability and Maintenance & Construction).

  • Managing the offshore hook-up activities for topsides, jackets, brownfield modifications, tie-ins, and offshore integration works
  • Coordinating with offshore construction, pre-commissioning, mechanical completion, and commissioning support activities
  • Ensure offshore execution is performed according to approved procedures, project specifications, and operational constraints
  • Supervising the offshore multidisciplinary teams including structural, piping, mechanical, E&I, commissioning, marine, and construction personnel
  • Coordinate interfaces between engineering, procurement, fabrication yards, transportation & installation teams, marine spread, and offshore operations
  • Review and validate offshore execution procedures, work packs, lifting plans, method statements, and offshore readiness documentation
  • Participate in constructability reviews, HAZID/HAZOP studies, SIMOPS assessments, and offshore risk evaluations
  • Monitor offshore progress and ensure alignment with approved project schedules and milestones
  • Coordinate offshore logistics, personnel mobilization, equipment readiness, and vessel support activities
  • Manage carry-over work from fabrication yards and optimize offshore completion strategies
  • Ensure proper implementation of Permit to Work systems, SIMOPS controls, and offshore HSE procedures
  • Support planning and execution of shutdown, tie-in, and brownfield integration campaigns
  • Coordinate system completion activities including punch list management, mechanical completion dossiers, and handover documentation
  • Interface with commissioning and operations teams to support energization, startup, and final handover activities
  • Participate in offshore audits, safety meetings, incident investigations, and operational reviews
  • Coordinate subcontractors and offshore service providers to ensure compliance with project requirements
  • Prepare offshore progress reports, resource forecasts, execution plans, and risk mitigation actions
  • Ensure compliance with company quality standards, project specifications, and contractual obligations

Project Manager at MASHHOR General Contracting Company Sdn Bhd (2017-08 – 2020-08)

Project Leadership for Shell BSP Facilities Rejuvenation Contract with project value of 100 million Dollar and resource of 200 to 300 personnel.

  • Oversee the entire project lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, closeout) and provide direction to the project team
  • Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, environmental (HSE) regulations, and quality standards for offshore operations
  • Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets, costs, and financial performance
  • Plan and allocate personnel, vessels, equipment, and subcontractors, ensuring timely project delivery
  • Act as the central point of contact, managing communication with clients, authorities, senior management, and contractors
  • Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies
  • Ensure work aligns with contractual requirements, technical specifications, and project goals
  • Lead, motivate, develop, and evaluate the project team, fostering a high-performance culture
  • Provide daily/regular project status reports to head office and clients
  • Coordination with QA/QC across the field offshore
  • Provide overall operational leadership across all onshore and offshore inspection activities, including OSI, CNI, Advanced NDT, RT, Structural, and Helideck inspection teams
  • Oversee the Operational Support Team, including lifting, scaffolding, data administration, inspection assistants, RBI, and asset integrity support functions
  • Lead and coordinate with the Quality Engineering Team to ensure all work meets company quality requirements, ISO 9001, and ISO 17020 expectations
  • Ensure all inspection activities comply with company HSSE, Work Management Procedures (WMP), technical specifications, and operational controls
  • Manage resource allocation, including manpower, tools, equipment, consumables, and offshore/onshore logistics readiness
  • Ensure all EX-rated tools, calibrated equipment, NDT/Advanced NDT devices, lifting gear, and inspection instruments meet company certification requirements
  • Oversee work order readiness, job cards, and work packs to ensure proper creation, release, and completion
  • Monitor operational progress, identify risks or delay, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule commitments
  • Coordinate closely with Operations Coordinators, Planners, Offshore Logistics, HSE, Technical Assurance, and Quality teams
  • Maintain strong engagement with company representatives, addressing all technical, operational, and workforce-related matters promptly
  • Ensure inspector and technician competency, certification validity, and compliance with contract competency requirements
  • Lead operational reporting, including daily progress summaries, KPIs, performance dashboards, field challenges, and improvement initiatives
  • Drive continuous improvement across inspection execution, operational support, and quality engineering functions

Mechanical Engineer - Project at Adinin Works / Aker Solutions Sdn Bhd (2012-09 – 2017-02)

Client: Shell - OMRC (Offshore Maintenance Reliability Contract)

Mechanical Engineer at Mechanical Contracting & Services Company WLL (2010-12 – 2011-11)

Client & Projects: BANA GAS – TATWEER Petroleum. FG Pipeline project & Construction of Compressor station CS08 & 20/Pipeline-Fuel gas-AGEP-1

Mechanical Engineer at Emirates petrochemical Services & Scaffolding EST (2010-12 – 2010-11)

Shutdown – Refinery Unit Fuel Line Gas at Ruwais - GASCO

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Oil & Gas – Anna University

Skills

Offshore Hook-Up Manager

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