Zun Meng (Max) Chan

Zun Meng (Max) Chan

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  • About me

    PMP®| MIEM, P.Eng (Ir) | Business Development Manager | Specializing in Industrial Chemical Cleaning & Mobile Wastewater Treatment Solutions | Driving Growth in Singapore & Middle East Markets

  • Education

    • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

      2013 - 2016
      Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) Chemical Engineering 3.86/4.00

      Activities and Societies: Treasurer MASA (Malaysian Students Association) at Virginia Tech, Spring and Fall 2015 , Vice Treasurer MASA, Fall 2014 , Intramural Sports – Soccer, 2013-2015 , USOA (University Sports Officials Association), Fall 2013 , America Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), 2015-2016 , Second runner-up in futsal competition in Midwest Games (annual sport event for Malaysians in America), Summer 2015 , Second runner-up in futsal competition in East Coast Festival, Spring 2015 Golden Key Honor Society, 2014-2016Dean’s List in Virginia Tech, Fall 2013, Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Spring 2015, & Fall 2015

    • INTI International University & Colleges

      2011 - 2013
      American Degree Transfer Program 3.95/4.00

      President’s List in INTI College, Malaysia, Spring 2013Dean’s List in INTI College, Malaysia, Fall 2011, Spring 2012 & Fall 2012

  • Experience

    • Virginia Tech Dining Services

      Sept 2015 - May 2016
      Student Staff

      • Responsible to serve the students according to their needs• Provided good quality of customer service• improved ability to work independently as well as in a team setting• improved interpersonal skills

    • Virginia Tech Intramural Sports Department

      Sept 2015 - Nov 2015
      Soccer Official

      • Work as a soccer official for 8 hours per week• Awarded the Official of the Week in the first week of working• Chosen to be the official for Championship Night

    • Virginia Tech Department of Chemical Engineering

      Jan 2016 - May 2016
      Grader

      • Responsible for grading students’ homework for Mass Transfer (ChE 3144) • Able to further improve time management skill

    • Marathon Petroleum Corporation

      Jan 2016 - May 2016
      Project Intern

      • Assigned to work on a project to evaluate the performance of a distillation tower and recommend ways to improve it technically and financially• Analyzed and performed multiple case studies to achieve project’s objectives using Aspen Plus HYSYS• Improved writing skills by composing memos, proposal, and the final report• Improved verbal communication skills by presenting the works to Marathon’s reperesentatives

    • ON Semiconductor

      Nov 2016 - Nov 2017
      Package Development Engineer

      • Part of the team responsible for the new product development for the power modules (PIM) line• Trained to build engineering/customer samples in a tight timeline• Part of the team that built prototype samples of Generation III modules for customers’ qualification• Responsible for new suppliers’ qualification for new materials and machines

    • Malaysian Phosphate Additives (Sarawak) Sdn. Bhd.

      Dec 2017 - Mar 2020
      Project Engineer

      Current Job Responsibilities1) Focal point of the utilities plants which comprise boiler, demineralized water, cooling water, compressed air, nitrogen, and steel drum production- Responsible in sourcing relevant suppliers/contractors to undertake the works- Lead the team in performing technical discussion and evaluation on proposals provided by various suppliers to make sure Owner's Requirement is met- Involved in the tendering procedure: from commercial evaluation and contract negotiations to nomination to upper management, and to awarding to the suppliers - Coordinate between suppliers and the main EPCC contractor to ensure seamless tie-in- Coordinate between suppliers and local authority for approval-seeking submissions regarding civil and structure, DOSH, and DOEPast Experience/Accomplished Tasks1) Award of Phase 2 Piling Works- Responsible to source potential piling contractors to take up the remaining piling works- Involved in the technical discussion between designer and consultant on piling design- Part of the team to perform technical and commercial evaluations on the bids2) Coordinated and supervised Phase 1 piling works which encompass:- Ascertaining the quality of work done by scrutinizing piling records and witnessing pile tests on site- Coordinating communications between contractor and consultants- Assisted in progress payment matters.3) Tasked to perform market research on palm oil industry to:- source for EFB for co-gen boiler system- explore the marketability of FGA Show less

    • Malaysian Phosphate Additives (Sarawak) Sdn. Bhd

      Mar 2020 - Apr 2021
      Senior Utility Engineer

      Job Responsibilities:1) Project Phase:- Contract owner for the utilities plants which comprise boiler, demineralized water, cooling water, compressed air, nitrogen, and waste water treatment plant with total contract value of RM 20 million- Monitor projects progress to make sure timely completion and on-spec project execution- Part of the team in reviewing various engineering documents/drawings (project management, process, mechanical, civil, electrical & instrument)- Spearhead and coordinate communications between various disciplines within the project team and the respective contractors during project execution- Scrutinize and verify periodic progress and payment claims- Leader on behalf of owner’s team to carry out pre-commissioning, testing and commissioning activities- Successfully commissioned the units on schedule 2) Operation Phase:- Tasked to handle operation readiness to ensure smooth transition from project to operation phase- Involved in developing operations and maintenance manuals/procedures- Involved in sourcing, reviewing and interviewing of the manpower required for operations- Responsible for the smooth operation of the utility plants to complement and support the process plants Show less

    • CTP environnement group

      Apr 2021 - now

      Market: Singapore & Middle EastKey Responsibilities:o Strategic Market Expansion: Spearhead business development efforts to drive growth in the assigned regions, identifying new market segments, and expanding our client base across the oil & gas and petrochemical industries.o Project Management: Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of various-scale industrial cleaning and mobile wastewater treatment projects, ensuring that all projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory and safety standards.o Client Engagement & Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients, decision-makers, and stakeholders, ensuring that their needs are met and that our solutions exceed their expectations.o Solution Customization & Proposal Development: Collaborate with technical teams to design tailored solutions for chemical cleaning and wastewater treatment, providing comprehensive project proposals, technical presentations, and cost analyses to clients.o Sales & Revenue Growth: Drive sales strategies, negotiate contracts, and secure high-value projects, contributing to revenue growth and market share expansion in the target regions.o Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with internal departments, including engineering and operations to ensure the smooth execution of projects and alignment with business objectives.o Market Analysis & Competitor Insights: Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, assess competitor strategies, and position the company as a leader in innovative industrial solutions.o Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all projects comply with local and international environmental regulations, as well as internal safety protocols, minimizing risks and optimizing project outcomes. Show less Project Description:Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning of replacing the existing deteriorated bottom mounted disc type diffuser to drop-down tubular type diffuserProvision of a mobile by-pass treatment unit to sustain the operation of the client’s wastewater treatment facility throughout the diffuser replacement workMain responsibilities:• Overall lead for technical matters including the designs of the diffuser and the mobile treatment unit• Operation and commissioning lead for the newly installed diffuser and the mobile treatment unit• Involves in creating schedules and following up to ensure that each phase of a project proceeds as planned according to the forecasted budget▪ Coordinates the efforts of various party/team members in order to ensure that required tasks can be accomplished▪ Makes presentations to clients, business partners and upper management concerning different phases of a project (submit Weekly Progress report on time / update the Master Deliverable List status at all time and all other projects documents)▪ Oversees project finance, finalize and monitor the budget ▪ Leads the local procurement and sub-contractingProject achievements:▪ Zero lost time injuries and fatalities▪ Uninterrupted operation and on-par treatment performance by the mobile treatment unit complying with DOE’s Schedule B wastewater discharge requirement throughout its operation▪ Significant reduction in the sludge disposal via the sludge dewatering operation put in place▪ Successful replacement, commissioning, and seamless operational transition from the old diffuser to the new drop-down tubular diffuser▪ Newly installed diffuser delivers the required standard oxygen transfer rate of 128 kg O2/hr consistently resulting in the continuous compliance of DOE’s Schedule B wastewater discharge quality Show less

      • Business Development & Project Manager

        Oct 2022 - now
      • Project Manager

        Apr 2021 - Sept 2022
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Project Management Professional (PMP)®

      Project Management Institute
      Feb 2023
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    • Member of IEM (Chemical Engineering)

      The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM)
      Sept 2023
    • Professional Engineer (P.Eng/Ir) - Chemical

      Board of Engineers Malaysia
      Nov 2023
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Zun Meng (Max) Chan
      Golden Key Society Member Golden Key Society May 2016 A member of Golden Key Society which is the society only opened to highly distinctive academic achievers.
    • Awarded to Zun Meng (Max) Chan
      Summa Cum Laude Virginia Tech May 2016 Graduated from Virginia Tech with Summa Cum Laude (highest distinction)
    • Awarded to Zun Meng (Max) Chan
      Second Runner's Up in Malaysian Midwest Games (futsal) Malaysian Association in America Jun 2015
    • Awarded to Zun Meng (Max) Chan
      Dean's List - Dean List throughout my study in INTI