FOO SUAN CHEOW SVEN
Project Manager, Technical Supt., Engineer
Singapore,Singapore
Summary
Project manager/Superintendent of 19 years’ experience with 6 years of sailing experience in the Singapore Navy. Managing projects locally and oversea, yard operational managerial skills, owner representative for new build and site commissioning manager. Have Responsible for leading a team on the ground, dealing primarily on the maintenance and operational aspects on ship systems. Experienced in logistics and purchasing planning for maintenance programs. Experienced in “Turn Key” project management for repair and conversion and new build. Compliance with ABS and MPA regulations Policies and SMS Risk Management Operations in yard daily operation and management frameworks Workflows in new construction, conversion, and repair Understand Saudi local regulatory and legislation requirements. Vessel specification, tender documentations, and operating procedures etc.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Superintendent
Teras Offshore Pte. Ltd
Singapore, Singapore
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Type of business or sector Offshore and marine, Main responsibilities Reporting to Fleet manager for liftboat, managing technical aspect of Lift boats in Saudi Arabia on mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, structures, LSA, FFA etc..
- Budget monitoring and costing for A.F.E.
- Analyze, manage and maintaining vessel certification including 5 years special survey, 3 monthly, half yearly and annual renewal certification.
- Manage and coordinate with various stakeholders on budget, schedule, work quality, vendors, yards and class surveys.
- Do follow up with vessel and client.
- Name of company Singapore Amerin Pte.
- Ltd.
- Type of business or sector Offshore and marine engineering company.
- Collaborated with leadership staff to determine appropriate budgets.
- Analyzed project-related information and made recommendations based on discoveries.
- Monitored production operations for quality and compliance with standards.
- Managed implementation of new technological improvements resulting in increased efficiency.
- Guided, coached and lead project teams, delegating tasks and evaluating performance and progression of project pace.
- Assessed expected technical challenges and developed proactive solutions.
- Oversaw testing of equipment and components to check for defects.
- Developed suggestions for technical process improvements to optimize resources.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
Commissioning Manager/Site Manager
Singapore Amerin Pte Ltd
singapore, singapore
11.2016 - 07.2019
- Main responsibilities Involved in the Quality Control and schedule for the production of lift-boat jacking system and hydraulic power system, manage the logistic for delivery from Singapore to china CMHI, on site co-ordinate, management and supervision of the commissioning of jacking system, hydraulic power system, firefighting and propulsion and jetting system of the Amerin 320 designed lift-boat.
- Settle additional claim and payment Supervision of installation of HPU, gearbox, pinons.
- Name of company Hoidi International Pte.
- Ltd.
- Type of business or sector Offshore and marine (vessel owner).
- Established and administered annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Evaluated existing operations and current market trends to identify necessary improvements and capitalize on changes.
- Performed supplier risk evaluations and supported regulatory inspections.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Boosted team productivity and efficiency by leveraging top-notch Leadership and Management abilities.
- Evaluated employee performance on annual basis and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Executed regular process updates to reduce discrepancies and enhance scheduling across project calendars and programs.
- Developed and implemented productivity initiatives, in addition to coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Conducted supplier risk evaluations and assisted electrical supt. with regulatory inspections.
- Coordinated site investigations, documented issues and escalated to executive teams as needed.
- Supervised site investigations, reported issues and escalated those that required further assistance.
- Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
- Utilized exemplary negotiation skills to obtain manufacturing service agreements and assure quality standards.
- Prepared quotes for new products and services and composed budgets.
- Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase efficiency and profitability while tightly controlling costs such as labor and preventing waste.
- Communicated best practices among on-site and external personnel to align efforts and goals.
Owner's Representative
Hoidi International
china, nantong
08.2014 - 02.2016
- Main responsibilities Monitor and manage the progress and process of appointed management company and the yard for the construction of
- 2 in nos. JU2000E jack up in ZPMC
- And 1 in no. CJ50 jack up in CMHI yard.
- Station in Nantong, China.
- Act as the main liaison point between the stakeholder and the yard.
- To resolve contract dispute and set the standard for the quality of work being done.
- Prepare, submit report and critical thinking to the stakeholder.
- Budget control.
- Managed costs and quality of new build jack up units.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets using excel, words and microsoft project.
- Evaluated performance and policies against metrics.
- Assisted various departments with change by communicating new improvement plans and expectations.
- Tracked and analyzed reports to determine needed improvements.
- Coached staff on daily performance and conducted evaluations to constructively address concerns.
- Generated reports of findings to help management with making key decisions.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify all site and workflow equipment was operating properly
Yard Operation Manager
Globalone & Offshore Marine Pte Ltd
singapore, singapore
02.2009 - 08.2014
- Main responsibilities Lead a team of project manager, engineer, qa/qc to drive several projects to completion.
- Assist the yard manager for day to day running of the yard operation.
- Overall in charge of the production dept.
- And yard support facilities, including heavy lift, forklift, scaffolding, painting and HSE Plan, Monitor the schedule, set the direction for the supervisor and arrange for men power Completed D534 anchorage conversion (drillship), Java Constructor (piping laying vessel conversion), Adriatic 1 major repair job (jack up rig) T110 major repair (drill barge) Ensco riding crew for post yard new fabrication (drillship) Initial setup of yard facilities including quayside support facilities for ship/rig to come alongside.
- To convert a bare land into shipyard standard inclusive of crane, workshop layout, docking plan, storage areas, FFE, chemical disposal, heavy lift planning, quayside docking Working with commercial, purchasing, safety, engineering, sub-contractor for project costing and project tendering.
- Upon completion, to settle with the various stakeholders.
- Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
- Served customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Handled day-to-day running of yard operation dept., ensuring high levels of productivity and progression.
- Completed all paperwork, recognizing any discrepancies and addressing them in a timely fashion.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
Project manager/Site Manager
Hoo huat Engineering Pte Ltd
singapore, singapore
06.2007 - 01.2009
- Main responsibilities Liaised with owner on the concept and design, liaised with the yard for the supporting facilities and ABS for the certification.
- Prepare the scope of work, prepare the quotation, engineering, procurement and construction.
- To fabricate and install new quarter module inclusive of Steel structure, Electrical cabling, Ducting extension and additional system for module.
- Piping system inclusive of hot, cold, grey water and black water line.
- New walkway extension and new platform.
- Quote for additional works Payment settlement with owner, Plan, Monitor the schedule, set the direction for the supervisor and arrange for men power.
- Name of company Hoo Huat Engineering Pte Ltd Type of business or sector Offshore and marine (Owner appointed contractor).
Project manager/Site Manager
07.2006 - 05.2007
- Main responsibilities Liaised with owner on the concept and design, liaised with the yard for the supporting facilities and ABS for the certification.
- Prepare the scope of work, prepare the quotation, engineering, procurement and construction.
- To fabricate and install scaffolding to support the various trade inclusive of the main hull structure various tank and compartment.
- The 3 legs of the rig up to 80 metre high, Gondola system for the legs, new walkway extension and new platform.
- Payment settlement with owner and Plan, Monitor the schedule, set the direction for the supervisor and arrange for men power.
- Name of company Atwin Marine Engineering Pte Ltd Type of business or sector Offshore and marine (Shipyard contractor), Date (from – to) Aug 2001 June 2006 Main responsibilities Liaised with owner on the concept and design, liaised with the yard for the supporting facilities and ABS for the certification.
- Prepare the scope of work, prepare the quotation, engineering, procurement and construction.
- To fabricate and install new quarter module inclusive of steel structure, electrical cabling, ducting extension and additional system for module, piping system inclusive of hot, cold, grey water and black water line, new walkway extension and new platform, quarter outfitting.
- Quote for additional works, payment settlement with owner, plan, Monitor the schedule, set the direction for the supervisor and arrange for men power schedule, set the direction for the supervisor and arrange for men power.
Education
Diploma - Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering
Faculty Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Singapore 01.1989 - 01.1994
Diploma - Leadership and management
SSTC
Singapore 10.2020 - 12.2020
Work Availability
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Skills
Production improvements
Implementation planning
Strategy development
Risk Assessments
Interpersonal Communication
Planning and Coordination
Schedule Management
Collaboration
Teambuilding
Analytical Skills
Customer Service
Responsible
Organization And Time Management
Cultural Awareness
Computer Skills
First Aid/Cpr
Quote
It’s not what happens to you, but how you reach to it that matters.
Epictetus
Timeline
Diploma - Leadership and management
SSTC
10.2020 - 12.2020
Technical Superintendent
Teras Offshore Pte. Ltd
08.2019 - 11.2020
Commissioning Manager/Site Manager
Singapore Amerin Pte Ltd
11.2016 - 07.2019
Owner's Representative
Hoidi International
08.2014 - 02.2016
Yard Operation Manager
Globalone & Offshore Marine Pte Ltd
02.2009 - 08.2014
Project manager/Site Manager
Hoo huat Engineering Pte Ltd
06.2007 - 01.2009
Project manager/Site Manager
07.2006 - 05.2007
Diploma - Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering
Faculty Ngee Ann Polytechnic
01.1989 - 01.1994