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Clifford Harvey

Gladstone,QLD

Summary

Accomplished Senior PM and Construction Manager bringing 25 years of experience in engineering and procurement, including 20 years in oil & gas marine and terrestrial construction, both domestically and overseas. Proven track record of delivering industry benchmark results on direct projects up to US$1.3 billion and programs exceeding US$26 billion, with expertise in design & construct, lump sum, and various contract management types. Skilled in FEED, cost control, safety, and managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a deep understanding of jetties, wharfs, ports, dredging, surveying, and the SPIRIT values. Consistently achieves project objectives ahead of schedule or under budget through clear control and strategic oversight. Professional with extensive experience in commissioning management, consistently delivering projects that meet operational criteria. Known for fostering team collaboration and driving successful project completion. Dependable and adaptable, skilled in project planning, system integration, and quality assurance.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Loftus Marine & Civil Contracting
05.2024 - 03.2025
  • Project manager for 11 kilometres of road upgrade and a installation of a 3-span bridge in an isolated area of Queensland for a Tendered project value AUD17 million plus AUD 3 million of variations and growing.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Assisting management of the Latent Conditions of the piling activities within an estuarine environment that is prone to flash flooding
  • Key member of the Change Management Team developing processes, document control systems, and preparing the company for the next stage of evolution
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.

Marine Manager

Jacobs
Batangas
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Returned to the site to assist with remediation of identified items for closeout of the Defects and Liability period. Specifically, works on the operation FSRU jetty
  • Closed out the D&L period for the functional elements of the LNG/FSRU import system ahead of planned dates
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Collaborated with relevant authorities on matters related to maritime safety, security, and legislation enforcement.
  • Led cross-functional teams in achieving project objectives within established timelines and budgets.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.

Senior Project Manager

Jacobs
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Lead the development of the Port of NEOM, overseeing the design of an advanced automated port facility and integrating a rail system to connect with the national rail network
  • Oversaw the design development of USD 6 Billion package of ship-to-shore cranes, open-air container storage areas, and a fully automated container breakdown/stuffing storage warehouse facility
  • Managed the collation and coordination of drawings, documents, reports, and Request-For-Price documents as deliverables to the Employer, ensuring clear communication between the Employer and Jacobs’ Head Office in Dubai
  • Evolved the role to include assisting with the writing and provision of technical and budgeting documents for the Employer, achieving tender approval for the Port of NEOM project
  • Prepared and finalised Owner tender packages and developed technical Scope of Works at the close of the tender period, ensuring seamless incorporation into each construction contract
  • Collaborated closely with leads in quality control, mechanical, and electrical teams to manage supplier relationships, vet contractors, and maintain stringent quality control, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to set standards
  • Established effective communication channels with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment of expectations.

Project Manager

Jacobs
Batangas
06.2021 - 01.2023
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Managed the development of a multi-purpose jetty and onshore facilities, ensuring operational continuity of an existing liquid fuel import terminal during construction
  • Led the contractual and technical management of marine construction aspects, overseeing the construction of a 175,000 m3 LNG FSRU berth and associated infrastructure, including a HP gas pipeline and safety systems
  • Collaborated with Harbor Master, Coast Guard, and regulatory departments to identify and manage technical interfaces, ensuring compliance with marine and environmental regulations
  • Implemented Oil & Gas quality HSE and quality management for the contractor’s deliverables, maintaining high standards of safety and quality throughout the project
  • Provided continuous feedback during the design period to balance CAPEX and OPEX for the Owner's facilities
  • Worked alongside the contract Project Manager to manage HR responsibilities and staff performance, successfully handling a team expansion to 300% of planned staffing rates

Senior Technical Manager

Jacobs
Manila
10.2019 - 06.2021
  • Designed 150 million cubic meters of material, developed a 1500-hectare island 7 meters above high tide, involving dredging, armouring for erosion, fixing rivers for environmental hazards, and ensuring the land was capable to support landing heavy aircraft
  • Provided early technical assistance to the Land Development team, ensuring the successful execution of the dredging and reclamation program for the airport’s expansion
  • Oversaw logistics management, planning, and development for the project island, including materials movement, personnel marine transfer, and construction feasibility assessments for various camp locations
  • Managed the oversight of approvals and processes for marine construction, land, and logistics development
  • Guided the HSE team to ensure strategic focus and quality plans were in place, assisting the management team in developing a balanced approach to CAPEX and OPEX for the project's successful execution
  • Ensured the newly formed land was solid and stable enough to support aircraft, overseeing the placement and compaction of 150 million cubic meters of material to achieve the required land integrity

Director, Environment & Construction Project Manager

Harvey Solutions Pty Ltd
02.2008 - 09.2019

Company Overview: Privately owned 2008 to 2022, our company specialised in Environmental and Marine Construction Program Management, delivering numerous projects in sensitive environmental areas for major oil & gas companies and their contractors

  • Clients were Woodside, Clough/Kellogs JV, Heron Island resorts, and a number of environmental consulting opportunities

Marine Programme Coordinator

ConocoPhillips
Gladstone
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Led the marine construction management of a 2+ year dredging operation and reclamation project, overseeing program management of contractors' construction fleet, edge-of-water construction execution, and interface management with various marine entities and port administrators
  • Completed a $450+ million dredging project 18 months ahead of schedule and on budget as part of a US$1.3 billion marine construction budget of wharfs, jetties and ferry terminals
  • Managed multiple contracts, ensuring all technical deliverables were in place for separable dredging portions, alongside two proponent simultaneous activities and five separate marine construction contracts
  • Supervised the simultaneous construction of various marine infrastructure, including material offload facilities, LNG export jetty, ferry and crew change terminals, roll-on-roll-off ramps, and wave protection structures, managing a budget of approximately AU$980 million
  • Achieved a benchmark safety record with the largest fleet management to date for ConocoPhillips, encompassing 7 million marine man hours, 80+ vessels, and 240+ captain/masters plus crew over 2.5 years with no LTI’s or RWC
  • Ensured zero delays in international cargo vessel management, overseeing 32 separate vessel deliveries and supervising marine warranty interface management between warranty insurance surveyor for APLNG and its main contractor Bechtel, handling 100-400 tonne module movement

Environmental Project Design – Marine & Environmental Construction Management

Heron Island
05.2015 - 01.2018
  • Oversee the design and execution of a biennial maintenance dredging program and coral relocation project on Heron Island to ensure continued access for tourism and research while preserving the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
  • Manage all permitting, project design, and execution for the maintenance dredging program and relocation of thriving detached coral masses, ensuring environmental compliance and sustainability
  • Oversee environmental sampling, beach reclamation of a sea turtle rookery, and channel maintenance as part of the recurring project, collaborating with AquaMap hydrographic services as the preferred marine construction supplier

Marine Construction Engineer – KJV Gorgon

Clough, Chevron
01.2010 - 12.2010
  • Led technical engineering and quality control for the construction of approach channels, swing basins, and berth pockets, as well as spearheading the reclamation dredging of a ~4Ha Material Offload Facility with a 40+ fleet of vessels
  • Managed close quarters operations of three types of dredging vessels operating within 50m of each other for 90 days, achieving considerable schedule savings
  • Constructed a 4ha island 2km offshore of the main island, capable of receiving modules up to 500 tons, and made it ready for use within 6 months
  • Enhanced potable water throughput by 30% by connecting a reverse osmosis plant to the sewage treatment plant
  • Developed a method for discharging 300-tonne caissons in open sea with a 0.3m swell constraint, ensuring no damage to the vessel or caissons
  • Evaluated subcontractor performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for improved collaboration moving forward.

Residential Engineer

Woodside
01.2009 - 12.2009
  • Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
  • Managed engineering and contract management for a 6.25km trench, shore crossing preparation, pipe pull, backfill, and HLO facility, serving as the single point of contact and client representative at the remote site for 18 months
  • Supervised a 6-person team of supervisors for civil and marine construction, ensuring efficient project execution and adherence to safety and environmental standards
  • Successfully landed the largest module of 500 tonnes and coordinated its movement to the final location, demonstrating exceptional logistical and engineering capabilities
  • Achieved precision in blasting 1,000 holes of the drilled seabed for the quay wall trench within 300m of an operating wharf without causing damage or loss of megafauna, showcasing meticulous planning and execution
  • Maintained a remarkable 0.05% contract variation rate, exemplifying strict adherence to project specifications and budget control

Project Manager

Ocean Engineering Systems
01.2004 - 06.2007

Post lay pipeline, cable burial and hydro-testing contractor. The tendered scopes made me responsible for subsea contract risk analysis, international mob/demobilization and full contract management. All contracts were unit/day rate contract of high complexity, and conflict management was a frequent requirement. Solely responsible for all contract management activities during execution of each project. 11 months in Hong Kong with no rotation, 10 months in Turkey with no rotation. The CEO has an oil and gas reputation of being ‘colourful’. Over the three years of project and construction management, I installed a change management process that removed the conflict from contract execution, and BOTAS (Turkey-gas) congratulated me on the achievement.

Education

Master of Science - Construction Project Management

Deakin University
Geelong, VIC
11.2018

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management

Deakin University
Burwood, VIC
11.2004

Associate of Applied Science - Aquatic Resource Management

University of Central Queensland
Rockhampton, QLD
11.1991

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Engineering Acumen
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Multicultural Team Leadership
  • Procurement
  • Construction Management
  • HSSE Standards Compliance
  • Cost Control & Budgeting
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Communication Skills
  • Digital & Data Literacy
  • Quality Assurance
  • Coaching and mentoring

Timeline

Project Manager

Loftus Marine & Civil Contracting
05.2024 - 03.2025

Marine Manager

Jacobs
11.2023 - 02.2024

Senior Project Manager

Jacobs
02.2023 - 10.2023

Project Manager

Jacobs
06.2021 - 01.2023

Senior Technical Manager

Jacobs
10.2019 - 06.2021

Environmental Project Design – Marine & Environmental Construction Management

Heron Island
05.2015 - 01.2018

Marine Programme Coordinator

ConocoPhillips
01.2010 - 01.2014

Marine Construction Engineer – KJV Gorgon

Clough, Chevron
01.2010 - 12.2010

Residential Engineer

Woodside
01.2009 - 12.2009

Director, Environment & Construction Project Manager

Harvey Solutions Pty Ltd
02.2008 - 09.2019

Project Manager

Ocean Engineering Systems
01.2004 - 06.2007

Master of Science - Construction Project Management

Deakin University

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management

Deakin University

Associate of Applied Science - Aquatic Resource Management

University of Central Queensland
Clifford Harvey