Construction Professional

SARATH VILAYIL MANI

Piping and Tank Superintendent

Biography

About Me

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A highly experienced Construction Supt. with a proven track record of 17 years in executing both Green Field & Brownfield at Onshore facilities.

Specialized in Piping (Above Ground/Under Ground), Tank construction (Double wall tanks, Spherical tanks, Fixed Roof Tanks with cone and dome roofs, & Floating Roof Tanks - Internal and external with single and double deck), and Offshore Structures (Jackets, Mud mats, Decks).

Proficient in handling tank revamping, piping tie-ins (both cold and hot), and Structural fabrication & Erection (PAR & PAU Modules). Committed to ensuring safety and adhering to project timelines while achieving excellence in project delivery.

17+

Years Experience

73+

Tank Revamping Projects

Zero

Safety Incidents

Expertise

Core Competencies

Technical Skills

  • Tanks Construction & Revamping
  • Piping Construction, Tie-In, Hook Up
  • Structure Fabrication and Erection
  • Controlled Torquing and Tensioning
  • Equipment Installation (Modular Skids)
  • Hydro & Pneumatic Testing

Management Skills

  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
  • Quality-Oriented Details
  • Communication & Coordination
  • Project Planning & Tracking
  • Safety Compliance & HSEF

Languages

  • English (Full Professional)
  • Hindi (Full Professional)
Career Path

Professional Experience

Feb 2025 - Present

General Superintendent - Construction

KBR, Inc., Sonangol Refinery Site, Angola

  • Monitoring construction of pipe corridors, pipe racks, and piping installation from storage facility to marketing terminal & process areas.
  • Overseeing installation of 60 tanks (Dome roof, Cone roof, Floating roof, and 6 Spherical tanks).
  • Reviewing tie-in philosophy, package & procedures.
  • Monitoring EPC Contractor's resource allocation and managing quality inspection.
  • Assessing Mechanical Completion Certificates and ensuring strict HSE plan compliance.
April 2023 - Nov 2024

Construction Superintendent - Piping & Tank

CTJV, Qatar LNG, NFE-1 PROJECT, Qatar

  • Managed skilled teams overseeing tank construction (41 Tanks), piping, modular skids, and structural activities.
  • Implemented strict safety protocols, achieving an accident-free environment.
  • Collaborated closely with engineering team to resolve design issues.
  • Supervised subcontractors and conducted weekly stakeholder meetings.
Oct 2019 - Feb 2023

Construction Supervisor - Piping & Tank

TTSJV, BAPCO REFINERY-BMP PROJECT, Bahrain

  • Oversaw tank and piping construction activities including 1400 Tie-Ins.
  • Spearheaded 73 tank revamping projects including 75-year-old riveted tanks.
  • Converted earth bund foundations to concrete ring beams and upgraded roofs.
  • Achieved zero safety incidents throughout the project duration.
Dec 2016 - Aug 2019

Construction Supervisor - Tank & Piping

JGC Gulf International Co. Ltd., Bahrain

  • Managed Pipeline & SITRA Storage Expansion Project erecting around 200,000 Dia Inch piping.
  • Supervised spool erection, hydrotesting in BANAGAS CGP-III Project.
  • Oversaw pre-commissioning and commissioning phases.
Jan 2013 - Oct 2016

Construction Engineer - Tank, Piping & Structural

Larsen & Toubro, Oman / UAE

  • Contributed to ZADCO/PETROFAC-UZ-750 Island Surface Facilities (12000MT structure, 125000DI piping).
  • Contributed to ADMA OPCO -Umm Lulu & Nasr Phase I Project (20000MT volume).
  • Coordinated installation of modular skids and complex piping systems.
July 2008 - Dec 2012

Construction Engineer – Piping, Tank & Structural

Cairn Oil and Gas, India

  • Oversaw construction of new pipelines and storage facilities across multiple states.
  • Conducted hydro and pneumatic testing and led structural fabrication.
  • Provided technical training and mentorship to junior personnel.
Academic Background

Education

Diploma Mechanical Engineering

State Board of Technical Education & Training, Chennai, India

2005 - 2008
Get In Touch

Contact Information

Phone / WhatsApp

Qatar: +974-71287103

India: +91-9847880579

Location

Vilayil House, Dhirdhani, Thanikudam, Thrissur

Personal Details

  • Date of Birth: 03-01-1988
  • Nationality: Indian