Wesley Ohwomado

As a senior piping supervisor engineer  with 15 years of experience, I have acquired a comprehensive understanding of the field and demonstrated expertise in various aspects of piping design, construction, and project management. Throughout my career, I have successfully contributed to the completion of numerous oil and gas projects.

My proficiency lies in designing and optimizing piping systems, ensuring compliance with industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. I possess an in-depth knowledge of piping materials, specifications, and fabrication techniques. I have been actively involved in creating detailed piping layouts, isometrics, and support structures, employing industry-leading software tools such as AutoCAD, CAESAR II, and PDMS.

Having worked in multidisciplinary teams, I have collaborated closely with fellow engineers, designers, and stakeholders, fostering effective communication and teamwork. I have led piping design reviews, provided technical guidance, and resolved complex engineering challenges to ensure the successful execution of projects within budget and schedule.

In addition to my technical expertise, I have a strong understanding of project management principles. I have been responsible for developing project scopes, estimating budgets, and overseeing procurement activities related to piping materials and equipment. I have a track record of monitoring project progress, identifying and mitigating risks, and delivering high-quality work while adhering to stringent safety protocols.

As a senior professional, I am adept at mentoring and supervising junior engineers, imparting knowledge, and promoting continuous learning and professional growth within the team. I am also committed to staying updated with the latest advancements in piping technology, industry trends, and emerging best practices.

Overall, my extensive experience, technical skills, project management abilities, and dedication to excellence make me well-suited to take on challenging piping engineering roles and contribute to the success of any organization in the field.

COMPANY: OILSERV LIMITED, Pipelines and Facilities (EPCIC), PortHarcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria            2020-Present                                                                        

ROLE: SENIOR PIPING SUPERVISOR –( PROJECT)

PROJECT: AJAOKUTA-KADUNA -KANO GAS PIPELINE AND STATIONS (AKK) PROJECT (SEGMENT 1)         

• Verified and cross-checked technical documents related to piping material specification and valve datasheet, ensuring accuracy and consistency of data between disciplines; facilitated communication between teams and reduced design discrepancies by 20%.
• Supervised piping engineering design review activities for the project; maintained compliance with industry standards, ensuring 95% error free documents; minimized documents revision cycle.  
• Synergized with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive engineering design and specification for piping classes for the project; realized a 15% cost reduction for the project by identifying and removing non-essential design features while maintaining technical quality.
• Analyzed essential project documents including line list, piping layout, material take offs, tie-in list, MRs, and TBEs; identified and Fixed discrepancies, enabling the project team to achieve a 90% on-time delivery rate.
• Managed execution of piping material procurement process from initial vendor identification to reviews and final material delivery; pinpointed and rectified inefficiencies, saving the company 20+ hours per month.
• Addressed all piping layout engineering project challenges, reviewed 100% vendor documentations and took necessary actions, keeping project management team informed.
• Confirmed completeness of technical documents such as P&ID, GA drawings, equipment datasheets and stress analysis report using PDMS/E3D and Caesar II software; minimized errors and omissions and drove design improvements by 30%.
• Engaged in HAZOP, HAZID and other design reviews meeting for the projects.

 SELECTED ADDITIONAL PROJECT

• ASSA NORTH/OHAJI SOUTH (ANOH) – OB3 CTMS GAS PIPELINE PROJECT.                                                                                  
• ASSA NORTH/OHAJI SOUTH GAS PIPELINE PROJECT.                                                                                               

COMPANY:IMPAC ENGINEERING AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED, PortHarcourt, Nigeria Rivers State (2017 – 2020)

ROLE: LEAD PIPING ENGINEER 

• Managed a team of 7 piping engineers and 4 designers who were accountable for the development of concepts, the execution of FEED, and the implementation of detailed engineering design projects.
• Evaluated and selected piping materials vendors, reducing material costs by 20%; optimized piping support location and details, reducing construction time and cost by 15%.
• Prepared technical specifications for piping materials and valves, increasing procurement efficiency by 25%.
• Collaborated with the project team to develop, review, and implement piping design basis, piping support location/details, calculations, and other deliverables; improved communication and coordination, resulting in a 10% reduction in project cost.
• Reviewed piping deliverables, including isometrics, valve datasheets, and general arrangement drawings; maintained design exactness and compliance with regulatory standards; lowered rework by 25%.
• Crafted scopes of work, estimated man-hours and costs for proposals, and assessed vendors for the supply of piping materials.
• Offered technical review on OEM documentation, heightened quality measures and dropped project timeline by 20%.

SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE

OBIAFU/OBRIKOM -OBEN (OB3) GAS PIPELINE PROJECT                                                                          

• Corrected 30+ design discrepancies, resulting in a 25% reduction in project delivery time and saving the company $200k.
• Took charge of coordinating piping 3D activities, including the generation of 3D models, conducting 3D model reviews, setting up catalogues, generating Navisworks files, and organizing review presentations.

EXPORT PIPELINE TO RE-ROUTE KOLOCREEK GAS TO SOKU GAS PLANT PROJECT (K2S)                               

• Streamlined early tie-in design process; coordinated with clients to identify and resolve 98% of design engineering challenges ahead of schedule, resulting in a 25% increase in project efficiency.
• Attended review meetings related to design, HAZOP, and constructability reviews.
• Appraised and analysed documents related to piping and layout; guaranteed adherence to project scopes and requirements, resulting in 0% non-compliance issues in the final report.

ROLE: SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER -OML 42 PROJECTS

• Acted as company ‘s final technical authority in the area of mechanical /piping engineering and provided expert services related to the design and development of the OML 42 facilities.
• Directed piping conceptual designs to detail engineering designs for field revamp, gas lift, well optimization, new field developments and upgrade projects.
• Critiqued and endorsed pre-engineering and engineering concepts, designs and development for the piping systems for the OML 42 oil and gas production facilities projects.
• Maximized piping design by collaborating with cross-functional teams; identified and resolved technical issues within a short time frame, ensuring compliance with safety standards and zero safety incidents reported over six months.
•  Streamlined and standardized piping system design and specification processes across projects; created templates and guidelines that improved team efficiency by 20% and reduced errors by 15%.
• Conducted thorough analysis of the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of proposed modifications to piping systems; found and recommended cost-saving measures that led to a 25% reduction in project costs.
• Spearheaded technical and commercial evaluation of piping systems in OML 42 fields; designed scope of work, and calculations for debottlenecking works and upgrades, resulting in a 35% increase in output capacity for the facility.
• Assessed documents, report, design and construction reviews, 3D model reviews, plot plan and layouts, material specifications and data sheets, calculations and drawing for all piping systems of OML 42 projects.

SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE

EPCIC FOR 30KBD BATAN CRUDE DEHYDRATION FACILITY PROJECT_ OML 42                          

• Guided thorough review and assessment of piping and layout documents, identifying and resolving 20+ inconsistencies and errors in design, which saved the project team an estimated $50k in potential rework costs.
• Established stress philosophy and analysis report for the facilities resulting in 30% reduction in steel works.
• Performed a comprehensive piping materials selection process, resulting in a 15% reduction in material cost; simplified the material take-off process and decreased MTO preparation time by 30%.

ODIDI/JONES CREEK FLOWSTATION PRODUCED WATER MANAGEMENT PROJECT_OML 42         

• Executed quality checks on general arrangement plan, MTO, pipe support drawing and details, tie-in list, stress analysis reports, and 3D models.
• Controlled the generation of design basis, material specification, general arrangement drawings, tie-in register, valve data sheet, valve specification, material take-offs, and isometrics for the project, ensuring 100% compliance with industry regulations.
• Followed-up on site during installation and through pre-commissioning to commissioning.

ALTERNATE CRUDE EVACUATION BARGING OPTION PROJECT_ OML 42                                       

• Leveraged on Caesar II software to examine critical line list and analysed flexibility on piping systems.
• Credited for implementing 3D PDMS model review up to 30%, 60%, and 90%.
• Developed comprehensive CTR, design basis, specifications, and philosophies for the project adopted as the standard for future projects; checked general arrangement drawing and MTO ensured compliance with specifications.
• Scrutinized design documents related to piping and layout, validated design requirements and confirmed compliance with industry standards; produced a comprehensive report as a blueprint for subsequent OML 42 projects.

COMPANY:IMPaC OFFSHORE ENGINEERING GmgH PortHarcourt, Nigeria Rivers State

ROLE: SENIOR PIPING/STRESS ENGINEER 

PROJECT: FORCADOS YOKRI INTEGRATED GAS PROJECT (FYIP) FEED & DED            

• Devised plot strategy and equipment layout design, co-ordinated with in-house project teams, and validated the integrity of piping deliverables through careful examination before issuance to customer.
• Accomplished contractual requirements by establishing piping scope of work; compiled detailed report and formulated the man-hour requirement through collaboration with planning department.
• Produced Piping stress analysis report on Piping systems using Caesar II Software.
• Took advantage of PDMS software to check piping systems, equipment, and structures of flow stations, flow lines, central processing facility, and finalisation of pipe routing based on P&ID.

OBEN STORAGE TANKS PROJECT                                                                                                                                   

• Approved final piping stress routing, piping support location and types. Revised valve specification classes, bill of materials, and isometric drawings, saving the engineering team 10+ hours per week. 
• Undertook site visit and joined the design review meetings, HAZOP and constructability reviews.
• Developed detailed design and engineering specifications, pipe support details drawing, stress flexibility reports, and 3D models for the project; achieved 35% improvement in project efficiency and mitigated errors by 50%.

SELECTED ADDITIONAL PROJECT 

• OVER PRESSURE PROTECTION PROJECT.                                                                                        Client:  NLNG BONNY
• CONDENSATE STABILIZATION UNIT DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT.                                           Client:  NLNG BONNY                                                                                                 

COMPANY:         DOVER ENGINEERING LIMITED, Port Harcourt Rivers State                                                           (2009 – 2013)

ROLE: PIPING ENGINEER 

• Engineered design modifications and issued final work packs for tie-ins, construction, and installation; secured on-time delivery of project and met all client specifications.
• Implemented piping design solutions by conducting feasibility studies, analysed data, and collaborated with cross-functional teams; expedited installation time by 20%.
• Played an integral role in design phases of piping projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards, safety protocols, and budget constraints; shortened construction schedules by 25% and enhanced the project efficiency by 30%.
• Generated 3D PDMS design of piping systems from P&ID for projects; assured correctness and timely delivery of project by collaborating with 5 cross-functional teams and delivering within budget.

 SELECTED ADDITIONAL PROJECT 

• SOUTHERN SWAMP ASSOCIATED GAS SOLUTION PROJECT (DED) 2012.                                                 Client: SPDC             
• GAS COMPRESSION SYSTEMS FOR ELP (CONCEPTUAL & FEED) 2012.                                                      Client: NNPC
• ADDITIONAL HEAT EXCHANGERS FOR MINOX UNITS, AGBAMI FPSO. 2010.                                           Client: CNL 

OML 100 (ODP1 / ODD1) FIREWATER UPGRADE FPSO (G.R.E PIPING- DED) 2009.                                 Client: TOTAL

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical (Production option) University of Benin.

Post Graduate Diploma (Business Administration) National Open University  of Nigeria

Project Management Professional (PMP)® 3430253.