Mikkel Gabbadon, PMP

Experience

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  Schlumberger

  Jul 2013 - May 2015

  Measurements While Drilling Field Engineer

  Demonstrated proficiency in a diverse and fast-paced environment while providing logging services for Saudi Aramco in Shaybah, Saudi Arabia. ● Coordinated in-field logistics, optimizing the use of logging tools and equipment across multiple rigs in the region, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency.● Successfully managed a portfolio of 15 MWD (Measurements While Drilling) contracts, showcasing expertise and a commitment to delivering projects on time.● Mentored and supervised a team of engineering trainees, providing leadership, coaching, and assessments to ensure a thorough understanding of field engineer responsibilities.● Acted as a reliable troubleshooter, quickly resolving equipment-related issues impacting drilling operations through on-site service. Show less

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  Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission

  Apr 2017 - Oct 2017

  Engineering Assistant

  Worked with the engineering planner to optimize transformer and power line maintenance/auditing activities. ● Analyzed electrical and oil-based trends within the Transmission/Maintenance Department to develop a 10-year maintenance schedule for transformers.● Developed a transformer health tracking tool that reduced data retrieval time by 50% and improved the detection of irregular behavior.● Authored and presented a comprehensive report to management, outlining strategies to enhance overall transformer health, addressing areas of concern, and proposing actionable solutions.● Upgraded safety protocols for transformer maintenance and installation, ensuring alignment with current company standards, industry regulations, and policies. Show less

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  BP

  Nov 2017 - Dec 2020

  Project Engineer

  Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary project team to deliver safe, cost-effective, and competitive electrical and control engineering designs for all GPO projects, adhering to industry best practices and engineering standards. ● Acted as the single point of contact for a project to improve the Angelin platform's generator health, managing the design, budgeting, and installation of a 150kW resistive load bank.● Ensured a safe plant start-up for the Galeota Expansion Project by managing and overseeing contractor, construction, and vendor scopes, ensuring precise and up-to-date instrumentation documentation.● Redefined and improved over twenty testing and commissioning procedures for safety instrumentation systems on the Galeota Expansion Project, ensuring readiness before plant start-up.● As the project manager, led the seamless installation of four 75HP load bank assemblies on the Juniper platform, overseeing the entire project lifecycle including design, decision making, resource management, procurement, cost estimation, quality assurance, and contractor/vendor selection and negotiation.● Drafted technical papers for the Accommodations Project with Worley, outlining safety (HSE) considerations, international standards, technical specifications, and costs to facilitate informed decision-making by stakeholders. Show less

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  BLJ Consultancy

  Jan 2021 - now

  Project Manager

  Co-founder of a start-up specializing in modernizing operations, driving business transformation, and managing change within the Caribbean's education, construction, and research sectors. ● Delivered project value improvements to clients through data-driven insights using PowerBI. ● Analyzed customer data to identify new market opportunities, resulting in a 20% increase in sales.● Modernized and optimized internal processes for clients, enhancing overall efficiency by 12%. ● Increased productivity by streamlining processes and fostering improved team collaboration.● Developed and effectively communicated project plans to clients, ensuring alignment with their goals and objectives. Show less

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  Deloitte

  Apr 2022 - Jul 2023

  Consultant, Data Analytics & Modernization

  Managed project requirements for a US Commercial Bank's ISO 20022 compliance and conducted quality assurance tests on data migration for a major Canadian airline. ● Produced weekly progress reports to track task completion and monitor overall project progress.● Audited Jira user stories for accuracy and alignment with project KPIs within an agile framework.● Designed and implemented process improvements to enhance communication, engagement financial reporting, and project execution.● Conducted SQL testing on 100 + feeds in Snowflake DB, ensuring user data privacy.● Managed test records in Jira, identified data defects, collaborated on solutions, and ensured precise retesting.● Developed proposal documents that highlighted the company’s potential for future projects. Show less