The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands
Project Leader with 13+ years of international experience delivering complex EPC, FEED, and brownfield/greenfield projects in the energy sector — from refining and petrochemicals to nuclear and conventional power. Currently leading a portfolio of brownfield projects at Shell Pernis Refinery (Netherlands), I have held senior roles at McDermott and CB&I across high-profile projects in Russia, Eastern Europe, and the EU. Known for my ability to align multidisciplinary teams, manage contractors, and execute projects from concept to commissioning, I thrive in complex, regulated environments with aggressive timelines and complex contractual/commercial frameworks. My passion is to inspire, lead and grow higher performing teams. Specialties: EPC Project Management • Contract Execution • Refining & Cracking • FEED & Procurement • RDI Coordination • Regulatory Interfaces • Multicultural Team Leadership
• lead a team of project professionals in executing complex brownfield projects at Shell Pernis, enhancing operational efficiency. • Manage a portfolio of projects exceeding €50M in CAPEX annually, driving performance and risk management. • Foster a culture of collaboration and technical excellence, aligning project delivery with Shell’s strategic goals. • Contribute to sustainable value creation across one of Europe’s largest refineries, reinforcing Shell's commitment to operational excellence.
I successfully led a diverse portfolio of brownfield projects at Shell, achieving significant operational upgrades and safety enhancements. • Managed projects with a CAPEX of 3 to 10 million Euros, overseeing a total portfolio of over 30 million Euros. • Cultivated cross-departmental collaboration, which resulted in improved project outcomes and team dynamics. • Developed leadership skills in high-pressure situations, aligning with Shell’s commitment to safety and innovation.
I played a pivotal role in managing a large-scale greenfield project for ethylene cracking units, achieving significant milestones in procurement and engineering. • Directed the procurement process for long lead items, ensuring alignment with project timelines and budgets. • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to enhance design efficiency, achieving a 30% model review milestone. • Developed strong project management skills, enhancing my ability to lead large teams in complex environments.
2019 -2021 Ethylene creaking units (2x1400 kta) for Gas Chemical Complex - Green Field Ust Luga - Russian Federation - FEED and LLI procurement services (2019-2020) - Early EP works including detail design development and procurement services for critical schedule equipment (2020 - 2021) 2018-2020 Hydro-cracker Complex for Afipsky Refinery - Green Field - FEED and EPCa Krasnodar Region - Russian Federation
I played a pivotal role in delivering the Hydro-cracker Complex project, achieving key milestones ahead of schedule. • Led cross-functional teams to streamline operations and enhance project delivery efficiency. • Developed and executed risk management plans that minimized delays and optimized resource allocation. • Fostered strong relationships with client and external stakeholders, resulting in improved collaboration and project outcomes.
I successfully managed the subcontracting process for the Hydro-cracker Complex project, ensuring timely and efficient project delivery. • Led the development of project documentation, securing necessary construction permissions in the Russian Federation. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to finalize LSTK Contracts, optimizing project scope and budget. • Enhanced my skills in project management, contract negotiation, and stakeholder communication.
• Managed technical interfaces with contractors for mechanical, civil, electrical, and piping tasks at the Mochovce Nuclear Power Plant. • Coordinated engineering and construction efforts to ensure project alignment with the overall NPP schedule. • Evaluated stress test outcomes, impacting equipment design and procurement activities, enhancing plant safety and efficiency. • Assessed severe accident conditions to ensure equipment survivability and defined recovery plans, improving operational resilience.
• Developed comprehensive technical specifications for mechanical systems, ensuring alignment across multiple disciplines. • Led tender processes, technical alignment, and bid follow-up phases, enhancing project efficiency. • Specialized in flue gas desulphurization and rotating machinery, conducting technical inspections on-site and at workshops.