Operational Readiness | Commissioning & Startup Consultant | Bridging Projects & Operations for Greenfield facility
I help energy, oil & gas, power, and infrastructure companies de-risk greenfield projects and accelerate operational readiness through structured planning, stakeholder alignment, and world-class CSU execution support.
With over 25 years in project delivery, commissioning leadership, and startup execution, I specialize in:
Operational Readiness Planning (ORIP, OR&A, RAM analysis)
CSU Strategy, Procedures, and Systemization
CMMS/Asset Hierarchy & Data Readiness
Interface & Risk Management
Commissioning and Turnover Support (walkdowns, punch lists, handover)
Workforce Training & Competency Frameworks
AI-enabled documentation & readiness dashboards
I’ve supported complex projects including [e.g., FPSOs, LNG facilities, gas plants, refineries] across Africa, and North America—delivering safe startups, zero unplanned delays, and seamless handovers to operations.
Whether you’re starting a new facility or struggling to bridge engineering and operations, I offer consulting, gap assessments, and hands-on execution frameworks tailored to your project's maturity.
📩 Let’s connect if you're:
Preparing a greenfield project for OR/CSU
Needing a readiness audit or CSU action plan
Seeking advisory support for startup execution or documentation control
➤ Available for short- and long-term consulting contracts, virtual or on-site
➤ Message me to request a free CSU readiness checklist or to discuss how I can support your next project.More...
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