Saravanan Kannan

Project Clientele: Micron FAB 10X Expansion of Central Utility Building (CUP)- Singapore (06/2024 to Current)

Main Contractor : Exyte Singapore Pte Ltd

Project Scope : Underground utility Pipes Diversion, Installation of UG Sanitary Pipes, Installation of Wet Pipings (NPW, PW, PW-EMSH), Valve Insertion/ Hot tapping / Inflatable Line stop on Live lines for active diversion, Installation/Testing and Commissioning of Chilled water System Including Chillers/ Cooling tower/ Heat Exchangers.

Project Clientele: Micron FAB 10N Expansion -FGB- Singapore (08/2022 to 04/2024)

Project Scope : Installation of Chilled Water Piping for Makeup air unit and Fan coil unit, Installation of wet Piping systems including Potable and Non-Potable Water, Installation of Industrial Waste piping in Flammable Gas Building Project at Micron FAB 10N Singapore

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing compliance with safety standards, protocols, and regulations at all times.
• Ensured project compliance with industry standards and regulations, mitigating potential legal issues.
• Ensured client satisfaction through consistent communication, providing updates on progress and addressing concerns promptly.
• Managed subcontractor relationships effectively to ensure quality workmanship within deadlines and budgets.
• Material Procurement and traceability
• Generated weekly and monthly status reports for helpful progress tracking.
• Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems
• Reported on the status of each project to appropriate stakeholders
• Negotiated with vendors for better terms, contributing to budget optimization.
• Adhered to budget requirements with excellent planning and consistent expense monitoring
• Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets
• Actively participated in weekly project reviews with senior management to discuss progress updates, challenges faced, potential solutions, and future plans.
• Supported senior managers and department leaders by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands
• Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules, and conflicts
• Led team meetings to assess project progress and plan appropriately to meet delivery targets.
• Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays
• Played a key role in resolving conflicts between team members or stakeholders that could potentially delay projects or increase costs.
• Built successful project plans covering objectives, resources, and staffing to meet schedules
• Escalated incidents to the next level to remain compliant with the company's standards and procedures
• Closely collaborated with project members to identify and quickly address problems
• Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion
• Evaluated subcontractor bids and identified most qualified and economical candidates, establishing advantageous contracts and cutting costs
• Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints
• Delivered high level of service to clients to both maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.

Project Clientele: Micron FAB 10 N/X/A, Woodland, Singapore

Main Contractor : Exyte Singapore Pte Ltd

Projects Handled:

Project Scope: Diversion of Underground Services (PW, Natural Gas, Non-Potable Water, Diesel Line) for New Micron FAB 10A Construction (08/2018 to 02/2019)

Project Scope: NPW, PW, Fire Hydrant, and Sprinkler Ring Installation, Testing and Commissioning (03/2019 to 10/2019)

Project Scope: Installation of Chilled Water Piping and Cooling Tower for the HVAC system, Testing and commissioning Activities (10/2019 to 08/2020)

Project Scope: Installation of Sanitary sewer line by Pipe Jacking and Sewer Line Diversion work Project ( 09/2020 to 10/2021)

Project Scope: Installation Natural Gas UG Piping, MPRS Commissioning, Lateral Installation for Wafer Chip Tools (08/2021 to 06 /2022)

Adhoc Maintenance scope: Serving In house contractors in Micron Plant by attending PM, and CM work for all Pumps and Strainer cleaning work / Pump Alignment and bearing / Mechanical Seal Replacement work.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Liaised with company executives and project managers to acquire resources to move projects forward
• Monitored teams for compliance with health and safety requirements during construction activities
• Reviewed construction plans and financial projections to verify project feasibility
• Supervised and monitored the daily tasks of 6 subcontractors
• Interacted with stakeholders during projects and post-completion support phases
• Coordinate with the electrical, civil, and architectural Engineers and discuss the technical aspects of contractors towards successful completion of Projects
• Managed construction equipment maintenance to minimize costs and avoid project disruption
• Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards
• Assessed proposed plans to detect potential faults and streamline proposed designs
• Developed cost estimates for planned projects to aid in costing and budget planning efforts
• Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity
• Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams
• Prepared diagrams and surveys showing project scopes
• Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field or changing conditions.
• Designed ventilation systems for cleanrooms and general manufacturing facilities
• Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
• Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters
• Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
• Met with construction staff to evaluate progress and discuss site issues
• Communicated with industrial equipment installers to deliver technical support throughout project execution
• Co-ordinate with the contractor for the fast progress of work on the site implementation by an advanced system based on the materials available in the market as per the requirement and conduct a weekly site inspection and prepare monthly progress reports

Project Clientele: MSD International GMBH -Tuas, Singapore

Project Handled : Installation of Process Vent, N2, Glycol Line for Narlaprevir tablet batch Project / Installation of BPE tubing for Equipment Wash tank Project

Roles and responsibilities:

• Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the Installation process.
• Ensured consistent product performance by routinely calibrating equipment, monitoring test results, and adjusting processes accordingly.
• Implement inspection and test plan, and inspection procedure submitted by a subcontractor
• Witness NDT and welding inspection of piping at the site
• Coordinate witness test and inspection
• Review and update the test and inspection reports and QC data issued by subcontractors, and issue them to QC piping lead
• Monitor periodically if the calibration of testing equipment and tools are updated and identify coordination for inspection of QC cleaning documents and QC records are properly compiled and maintain
• Monitor/ inspect / the sub-contractor's documentation procedure for compliance with nominated project standards, client specifications and the approved inspection test plan
• Assure the complete and correct execution of the approve project quality plan and QC procedure manual
• OIC for U/G and A/ground piping shop fabrication / structural and welding and proper documentation to ensure that it complies with the project specification and submit daily and monthly report to quality manager and quality issued
• Witness and review of WPS, PQR, and method of statement and welder qualification test
• Ensure all reports are in timely manner and file accordingly with project specification
• Coordinate, witness and control the non destructive testing activities at site as per project requirements
• Conducted detailed audits to ensure adherence to ISO 9001 standards, maintaining a high level of compliance throughout the organization.

Project Clientele: Coco Cola - Tuas, Singapore

Main Con: Exyte Singapore GMBH

Project Handled : Installation of Automated storage Retrieval System (ASRS)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Applied best practices of mechanical engineering and research
• Maintained automated conveyor and material handling systems, ensuring 99% uptime for warehouse operations.
• Diagnosed and resolved faults in barcode scanners, RF readers, and robotic arms used in storage systems.
• Assisted in commissioning and testing new AS/RS installations.
• Documented troubleshooting procedures, maintenance logs, and repair reports for compliance tracking.
• Interfaced with project management team to prepare engineering submittals and work plans
• Provided assistance to all mechanical engineering, design and fabrication projects with acute sense of team needs and flexibility to support different aspects of design process
• Assisted in plan drafting, calculations using Auto cad and submission for review
• Assisted with engineering calculations, design drawings, preliminary cost estimates and field visits to observe construction progress

Project Clientele: Honey Well Lab technology solution - Madurai, India.

Project Details : Installation, Testing, and Commissioning of Fire fighting System including Fire hydrant, Fire Sprinkler, Hose reel, Dry Riser, Smoke detectors, Fire alarm ( 05/2013 to 03/2014)

Project Clientele: Nittan Valves India Tech Pvt Ltd - Sri city, Andhra Pradesh, India.

Project Details : Installation, Testing and Commissioning of 30KL UG Diesel tank with high speed Diesel Line, C2H2, O2, N2 line including Pumps and Distribution Laterals to equipment (08/2014 to 03/2015)

Project Clientele: Britannia Industries Limited - Bidadi, Bangalore, India.

Project Details :Installation of air compressor having 600 CFM with air receiver tank air filter and Piping Accessories and Supply, Installation, Testing, and commissioning of Chilled Water System (06/2014 to 07/2015)

Project Clientele: CMRL- Chennai, India.

Project Details : Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Fire fighting System includes Fire hydrant, Fire Sprinkler, Hose reel, Dry Riser, Smoke detectors, Fire alarm for the Metro Rail stations in Chennai (07/201 to 02/2016)

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
• Coordinated with subcontractors ensuring their work met project specifications as well as monitored their progress towards completion deadlines.
• Reduced material waste through accurate estimation, procurement, and usage tracking of required resources.
• Managed on-site resources effectively, including personnel allocation, equipment utilization, and material storage to ensure smooth project progression with minimal downtime.
• Created work schedules and adjusted as needed to meet project deadlines and keep shifts properly staffed.
• Ensured high-quality standards were maintained throughout the project lifecycle by adhering to industry best practices and codes of conduct.
• Supported property condition assessment reports, 3D scanning and retro-commissioning throughout buildings.
• Improved client satisfaction by providing regular updates and swiftly addressing any concerns or issues.
• Facilitated smoother project handovers with thorough documentation and clear communication with clients.
• Enhanced safety practices on-site, implementing rigorous safety protocols and training sessions for team members.
• Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
• Estimated materials costs and sourcing requirements for project feasibility.
• Drafted and reviewed construction schedules, environmental impact studies and project designs.
• Acted as contact for client's communication with field personnel.
• Analyzed existing structures to create plans for modifications and improvements.
• Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
• Participated in weekly progress meetings, providing updates on schedule adherence, resource allocation, and overall project health.
• Reviewed design documents and coordinated revisions as necessary to meet changing client requirements or construction constraints.
• Liaised between engineering teams, construction personnel, and client representatives to ensure seamless integration of all aspects of the project.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to guidelines.
• Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
• Implemented quality control procedures, elevating standard of project deliverables.
• Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
• Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes.