CONTACT
+91 – 8081039198
ramgopala@hotmail.com/
Villa No. 8, Ratan villa, Tilaknagar, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, 208002 India
IT SKILLS
MS Office
SAP
CERTIFICATION
APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ).
ACADEMIC DETAILS
• 1990: Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical/Production) from Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Maratwada University - Aurangabad
CORE COMPETENCIES
Project Management
Business Development
Contract Management
Operations Management
Risk Management
Marketing
Construction Management
Supply Chain Management
HS&E Management
Regulatory Assurance
Budgeting
Quality Management
Engineering Management
Installation & Commissioning
Stakeholder Management
To provide excellent leadership to a well-established Oil & Gas Operator/CGD entity by leveraging acquired skills and expertise in Project Management.
• Seasoned professional with 26 years of dedicated Project Management experience in the Oil and Gas industry, contributing to a total industry experience of 31 years.
• Expert in developing Project and Business Goals, benchmarking data, resource planning, allocation, schedule and budget control, and preparing analytical reports for Management.
• Successfully steered the implementation of an Integrated Management System (IMS), consisting of ISO 9001-2015, ISO 14001-2015, and ISO 45001-2018, showcasing commitment to high-quality standards and safety.
• Proficient in overseeing the entire spectrum of Project Management for medium to large onshore Oil and Gas projects. Skilled in leading projects through the Gated Approval process, developing comprehensive project documentation, and ensuring alignment with project deliverables.
• Skilled in managing operations in Government/PNGRB authorized Geographical areas, including City Gas Distribution networks, City Gate stations, steel pipeline networks, PNG networks, CNG retail outlets, HR, PR, and Marketing.
• Successfully managed multimillion-dollar Oil and Gas projects, including Cross Country/Trunk Pipelines, conditioning, pressure reduction, metering facilities, modernization, and onshore facilities, for state-owned companies GAIL (India) Limited and Qatar Energy, exceeding USD 150 million in value.
• Lead diverse 'Project Management Teams,' ensuring effective coordination among multi-discipline professionals.
• Fully conversant with international standards for engineering and construction of pipelines, including Shell DEPs, ASME B 31.3, B 31.4, B 31.8, API, ASTM, AWWA, AWS, BS, DIN, OISD, PNGRB, and organizational specs of EIL, GAIL, QP, etc.
• “Essentials of Project Management” conducted by Tafawoq-Shell, Doha, Qatar
• Successfully completed the "Managing Project Controls" course conducted by Tafawoq-Shell in Doha, Qatar.
• Participated in an Executive Development Programme on 'General Management' organized by the Faculty of Management Studies at the University of Delhi.
• Participated in three 2-week training sessions at the Gas Technology Institute (GTI) in collaboration with DONG, Denmark, covering topics such as Construction Requirements & Technology of Pipelines, Operation & Maintenance of Terminals, and Component and Material Specification of Pipeline Systems.
• Attained certification through a two-week training program at the Welding Research Institute (BHEL) on 'Welding & Inspection.'
• Participated in a seminar on 'Cathodic Protection for the Oil & Gas Industry' organized by NACE, India.
• Attended the 'CORCON' seminar on corrosion in Mumbai in 2000.
Sep’20 – Present: Vice President (Operations) in Torrent Gas, Kanpur
Key Result Areas:
• Spearheading the business expansion of PNGRB authorized Geographical Areas in Kanpur (Auriya, Kanpur Dehat, Etawah) and Mathura, encompassing a total of 4 districts. Achieved huge sales growth of 23% Year over year.
• Steered Azamgarh and Basti Geographical Areas, covering 5 districts in Uttar Pradesh, India. Notably, achieved a year-over-year sales volume growth of 25%.
• Actively establishing and expanding City Gas Distribution networks, which include CGS, steel pipelines, PE/PNG pipeline networks, and CNG outlets.
• Leading and guiding all associated departments, including Projects, O&M, Marketing, QA/QC, HSE, PR, and HR, to achieve our business objectives.
• Maintaining an exceptional level of liaising and public relations is a crucial aspect of my responsibilities
• Playing a pivotal role in the implementation of the Integrated Management System (IMS) comprising ISO 9001-2015, ISO 14001-2015, and ISO 45001-2018.
• Actively engaged in business development and expansion initiatives.
• Involved in the development of steel and PE/PNG infrastructure, overseeing the establishment of city gate stations and custody metering facilities.
• Leading the development of CNG infrastructure, including online stations, mother stations, and daughter booster stations.
• Responsible for developing the marketing network, involving retro-fitment agencies, OEMs, and DMAs (Direct Marketing Agencies).
• Maintaining a high level of interaction with government bodies and fostering strong customer relationships.
• Providing mentorship to a competent team of managers, field engineers, and subject matter experts.
Mar’14 to Jun’20: Senior Project Engineer in Qatar Petroleum, Doha , Qatar
Key Result Areas:
• Played a pivotal role in executing various projects, employing expertise in Engineering, Procurement, Installation, and Commissioning (EPIC).
• Successfully executed EPIC for Gas supply, valued at US $44 Million and oversaw the implementation of a 31 Km 36’’ Gas pipeline, terminal facilities, pressure reduction systems, metering facility, and other onshore facilities.
• Executed the FEED for the C3 and C4 supply pipelines, LPG Blending, LPG pipeline, and associated facilities for the LPG Bottling plant project in Ras Laffan.
• Successfully executed FEED and awarded EPIC for diverting ONSAG through an existing 36’’ Khuff Gas pipeline, involving multiple shutdowns, terminal modifications, pressure protection systems, and upgradation of onshore facilities.
• Managed and executed a fast-track project, EPIC of 12’’ Jump over in QP Refinery within the scheduled time and budget.
• Successfully executed EPIC for the decommissioning and removal of 12’’ MPPL and 30’’ gas pipeline, including the installation of new cathodic protection systems, adhering to milestone schedules and budget.
• Led tendering activities for the EPIC of a 30’’ ONSAG pipeline from station B to station S, covering a length of 46 km.
• Executed the FEED for the decommissioning and removal of a 100 km network of 24’’ and 18’’ pipelines, covering approximately 150 km.
Apr’98- Mar’14: GAIL (India) Limited Agra, Rajahmundry, Noida
Growth Path: Apr’98- Jun’01: Sr. Engineer, Agra
Jun’01- Jul’08: Dy. Manager/ Manager at Rajahmundry & Noida
Jul’08 - Mar’14: Manager & Sr. Manager (PE) at Noida
Key Result Areas:
• Successfully managed major onshore projects, overseeing steel pipeline projects ranging from 36’’ Dia to smaller sizes and associated terminals within established time schedules and budgets.
• Efficiently executed projects by ensuring the timely delivery of engineering milestones, materials, and obtaining necessary statutory and Right of Way (ROW) clearances.
• Achieved timely project completion, resulting in significant revenue generation and profits for the company through gas sales to consumers.
• Managed the operation and maintenance of powerhouses, overseeing the performance of boilers, compressors, DG sets, pumps, and water treatment plants.
• Planned and executed maintenance activities for gas terminals, cross-country pipelines, and city distribution networks. Activities included the maintenance of valves, actuators, gas conditioning units, metering stations for custody transfer, and CP monitoring.
Aug’93- Apr’98: Officer (Mechanical Maintenance) in MRF Ltd., Medak, Telangana
Key Result Areas:
• Implemented and executed maintenance strategies for a range of critical equipment such as Boilers, Air Compressors, Cooling Towers, Pumps, DG Sets and Water Treatment Plants; these initiatives significantly enhanced equipment reliability and concurrently reduced maintenance costs.
• Administered the comprehensive operation and maintenance of powerhouses, which included the management of boilers, compressors, DG sets, pumps, and water treatment plants; this approach was critical in maintaining an uninterrupted power supply for the facility.
DETAILS
Languages : English, Hindi & Telugu
Date of Birth : 9th January 1967
Nationality : Indian
Marital Status : Married
No. of Dependents : 3
Passport Details : Z-7336953 valid up to July 2033
Visa Status : US Business visa valid till August 27
Driving License : Valid Indian and Qatar driving license