Sivakumar Thogarapalli  PMP, M.Tech.

Sivakumar Thogarapalli PMP, M.Tech.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Alarm Management & Process Automation Consultant

  • Education

    • University of Madras

      1972 - 1977
      Bachelor of Technology - BTech Chemical Engineering
    • Indian Institute of Technology, Madras

      1978 - 1980
      Master of Technology - MTech Chemical Engineering
    • Indian Institute of Science (IISc)

      1977 - 1978
      D.I.I.Sc Industrial Management
  • Experience

    • Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Limited

      Jul 1980 - Dec 1981
      Management Trainee

      Intensive training in every department of the organization.

    • Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited

      Jan 1982 - Jun 1985
      Sr. Technical Engineer

      Capital and Operating Expense BudgetingProduction Planning and Reporting

    • Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC)- KUWAIT

      Jun 1985 - Sept 2000

      • Played key role in the development of Information Integration & Refinery Operations Support System (ROSS) including Real Time Database, LIMS, Mass Balance reconciliation, Off-sites Management, Performance Monitoring etc.• Evaluated Consultants, hardware and software vendors• Implemented Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)• Extensively worked on Product Loading (Terminal Operations) and Product Blending control applications including Tank gauging system• Analyzer’s reliability and validation for on-line control Show less • Optimized Product Blending (Motor Gasoline, Gas Oil, Marine Diesel and Fuel Oil) using complex Linear Programming (LP) models• Prepared strategic daily and weekly production plans including schedules for Process units operational modes and shutdowns• Forecasted Inventory of all products to identify problem situations• Coordination with Marketing and Supply Operations• Earned recognition as Super user of LP models for Investment Analysis and planning process unit throughputs and operational modes• Developed a Database application for Product Inventory Forecasting & Cargo Rescheduling to enhance the functionality of LP application Show less

      • Computer Applications Engineer

        Jun 1993 - Sept 2000
      • Operational Planning Engineer

        Jun 1985 - May 1993
    • Honeywell Process Solutions

      Sept 2001 - Jan 2010

      SHELL AOSP – SCOTFORD UPGRADER EXPANSION 1 Project• Designed and implemented Key Performance Indices (KPIs) to measure performance, illustrate metrics, and improve efficiency • Conducted weekly contract meetings to review project management issues and report progress, which fostered communication and comprehension across business lines• Created project baseline schedule and underlying logistics to ensure accomplishment of milestones and timely invoicing • Took total responsibility for quality management of deliverables and QC procedures; mentored discipline leads in managing project scope, best practices, procedures and people• Coordinated with customers on Compressor Anti-Surge custom algorithm in C300 implementation, which overcame obstacles associated with a technically-challenging solution Show less

      • DEPUTY PROJECT MANAGER, QUALITY LEAD & PROJECT LEAD

        Jun 2006 - Jan 2010
      • PROJECT MANAGER, PROJECT LEAD, BACK OFFICE ENGINEERING MANAGER

        Sept 2001 - May 2006
    • Honeywell Process Solutions

      Mar 2010 - Dec 2012
      PROJECT MANAGER, CONSULTANT

      BP EMPRESS, SYNCRUDE, SUNCOR & WEYERHAEUSER Projects ALARM RATIONALIZATION & MODE-BASED ALARM CONSULTANCY• Provided world-class consultancy for Mode-Based Alarm Project at Syncrude, which resulted in improved large-scale implementation• Facilitated Alarm Rationalization Process for BP Empress, Syncrude Mining and utilities areas • Advanced alarm rationalization for Syncrude’s MLMR, AMR and ATM projects through proactive approaches and application of proven methodology• Provided project management support for service projects to meet aggressive target dates Show less

    • Honeywell Process Solutions

      Sept 2013 - Mar 2018
      QUALITY & RESOURCES MANAGER, ON-SITE PROJECT MANAGER (Fire Alarm System Integration)

      FORT HILLS PROJECT• Developed proposals for large projects, including scope of work, exceptions, roles and responsibilities, organizational charting, cost estimation, documentation of deliverables, and product control to best index and schedule project initiatives • Was instrumental in generating optimal project scope and contract management review, progress monitoring and KPI reporting, which fostered talent pool, work performance, associated metrics and team cohesion levels• Was responsible for resource planning and monitoring, including back office resources, to best coordinate quality audits and squad checks and maintain first-rate corporate and regulatory compliance standards• Established systems and procedures for complex projects to augment internal processes, communicate ‘Lessons Learned Sessions’ and project closeout duties• Steered time-sensitive fire alarm systems implementation to advance customer appreciation and engage ‘win-win’ scenarios that increased client experience, satisfaction and retention rates Show less

    • PAS Global

      Jun 2019 - Apr 2021
      Alarm Management Consultant

      Alarm Philosophy development in compliance to industry standards.Alarm Philosophy workshop for clients.Alarm management software (PSS / PSI) deployment.Documentation & Rationalization facilitation – in person as well as remote.D&R 2.0 to optimize resource constraints.Development of Master Alarm Database.Supported Oil & Gas, Canadian Oil Sands, FPSO and Fertilizer Projects.

    • Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence

      May 2021 - Jun 2022
      Executive Industry Consultant

      Alarm Philosophy workshops for clients.Documentation & Rationalization facilitation – in person as well as remote.D&R 2.0 to optimize resource constraints.Alarm management software (PSS / PSI) deployment.Development of Master Alarm Database.VB Scripting & Excel VBA application development.Supported Oil & Gas, Canadian Oil Sands, FPSO and Fertilizer Projects.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Project Management Professional (PMP)

      Project Management International
      Jun 2012