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John Travia

120 Federation St Mount Hawthorn,WA

Summary

Dynamic Cost Control Lead, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and demonstrating organizational skills. Sound understanding of project control requirements for major Capital Projects in both national and international locations. Project Controls professional with over 20 years of experience in establishing budgets, cost estimating, schedule development, managing change and risks, and compiling cost forecasts so that project teams can measure progress, report status and communicate with stakeholders.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Services Lead

Santos / Conoco Phillips
Perth, WA
04.2015 - 05.2021
  • Project: Barossa Project – FPSO and Subsea Development.
  • Prepared factored and detailed execution phase estimates for Subsea/Export Pipeline and FPSO scopes.
  • Performed due diligence and assurance reviews on submitted estimates from Subsea and FPSO EPC contractors.
  • Prepared Owners cost estimate for FEED and Execute Phases of the Barossa project.
  • Prepared benchmarking analysis and reports.
  • Developed implementation methodologies to rein in project costs while meeting key milestones.
  • Compiled and prepared all estimate basis documents.
  • Provided support and expertise with development of relevant project control, progress measurement, schedule and compensation exhibits for inclusion in all tendered EPC contracts.
  • Reviewed progress status of contractor deliverables on a monthly basis during FEED.
  • Work/ Cost Breakdown Structure preparation for FEED and Execute phases of the Barossa project.
  • Coordinated the change management process during the FEED phase of the project.
  • Responsible for developing the Owners Team Barossa Project Services Plan (Key document outlining deliverables, processes and organization for all Barossa project services personnel ).
  • Configured and customized the Barossa project cost control system (Omega Cost Management Software– PIMS) to produce monthly cost reports and analysis, which included updates on VOWD, Commitments, Budgets, Forecast and Contingency.
  • Performed variance analysis on actual costs against budget AFE to ensure effective control over expenditure.
  • Experience with Power BI in developing project reports and relevant dashboards.
  • Developed the Cost Risk Analysis model utilizing crystal ball risk software for the Barossa project.
  • Competent user of the Primavera ( P6) scheduling software.
  • Built and developed the integrated/master schedule for the Barossa project.
  • Responsible for mentoring a team of project services professionals.

Lead Cost Engineer

Inpex
06.2011 - 04.2015
  • Onshore Project: Ichthys LNG Project - Yokohama, Japan & Darwin, Australia.
  • Recasted the Class 3 estimate into controlled budgets utilizing the relevant Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) developed for the project.
  • Utilized Inpex’s corporate cost control system ( Skire Unifier and SAP) to produce monthly cost reports, which included updates on VOWD, Commitments, Budgets, Forecast and Contingency.
  • Responsible for developing applicable Corporate project control procedures and reviewing Contractors project control procedures and systems.
  • Provided support and expertise with development of relevant project control, progress measurement and compensation exhibits under the main EPC contract.
  • Responsible for finalizing relevant payment schedules for the Lump Sum EPC contract.
  • Responsible for coordinating the review of the monthly Lump Sum and Reimbursable EPC contractor invoices.
  • Coordinated the change management process for the Lump Sum EPC contract which included providing cost estimate support for review of all change orders.
  • In conjunction with Contractor, produced relevant cost forecasts for all construction site subcontracts under the Reimbursable scope of the EPC contract.
  • Performed variance analysis on actual costs against budget AFE to ensure effective control over expenditure.
  • Developed Cash Forecasts to ensure accurate cash-calling from project shareholders.
  • Performed deep dive audits of Contractor’s reported physical progress for scope under the Lump Sum EPC.
  • Performed validation exercises in conjunction with the Lead QS on the AFC remeasure for all construction site unit rate subcontracts.
  • Team lead for coordination and review of all check estimates from Contractor during the Execute Phase of the project.
  • Responsible for mentoring a team of four cost engineers/assistants.

Project Controls Engineer

Chevron
Perth, WA
05.2010 - 06.2011
  • Project : Wheatstone LNG Development
  • Utilised existing project cost management software ( KCM Kildrummy) to provide cost reporting on Budgets, Commitments, VOWD, Expenditures and Forecasts.
  • Prepared VOWD estimates and cashflow forecasts for assigned scope.
  • Administered the change management process.
  • Monitored the contractor performance with regard to progress measurement and schedule control.
  • Provided status updates on assigned activities in the Wheatstone Downstream Level 3 FEED schedule.
  • Developed in conjunction with the Lead Planner a Level 3 schedule for the execute phase of the project.
  • Utilized Primavera (P6) for development of all downstream schedules.
  • Assisted in preparation and review of Wheatstone Downstream owners team cost estimates for execute phase.
  • Assisted in developing applicable project control procedures.
  • Provided narrative and cost summary information into the Wheatstone Downstream monthly report.
  • Gathered market intelligence to support benchmarking of the Class 3.0 estimate.
  • Contributed to the Chevron risk assurance process for the Class 3.0 estimate and EPC schedule.

Senior Cost Engineer

Worley Parsons
Singapore
07.2007 - 05.2010
  • Project : North Rankin 2, Fixed Offshore Platform (07/07-06/08), SPT Project Petrochemical ( 6/08 -05/10)
  • Recasted the Class 3 estimate into controlled budgets utilizing the relevant Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) developed for the project.
  • Provided input into the project monthly report such as cost reports with commentary, graphs and details of major cost trends.
  • Developed with Lead Cost Engineer a change management procedure for reporting of trends and revisions to the controlled budget on account of scope changes.
  • Administered the change management process for the NR2 Project.
  • Assisted the lead estimator in revising the estimate for the NR2 Project.
  • Analysed and reviewed bids for procurement items to ensure packages are within budget.
  • Cost control and contractual review of site construction contracts.
  • Assisted the Project Controls Manager in developing applicable cost control procedures.
  • Performed variance analysis on actual costs against control budget to ensure effective control over expenditure.
  • Developed Cash Forecasts to ensure accurate cash-calling from project shareholders.
  • Working knowledge of Primavera ( P3E).
  • Production of Detailed Engineering and FEED cost reports using Worley Parsons InControl Project control system.
  • Coordinated physical progress updates during detailed design with the respective engineering disciplines.
  • Performed Take-offs from AFC drawings for all site subcontracts.
  • Administered and Reviewed major contracts to ensure contractual terms are adhered to.

Cost Engineer

Woodside Energy LTD
Perth, WA
06.2005 - 07.2007
  • Project : LNG Train 5 North West Shelf (06/05-06/06), Browse LNG Development (06/06-07/07)
  • Recasted the Class 3 estimate into controlled budgets utilizing the relevant Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) developed for the project.
  • Utilized Woodside’s corporate cost control system ( Cosmos and SAP) to produce monthly cost reports for purposes of the project monthly report.
  • Developed with Lead Cost Engineer a change management procedure for reporting of trends and revisions to the controlled budget on account of scope changes.
  • Analysed and reviewed bids for procurement items to ensure packages are within budget.
  • Cost control of various construction contracts.- Dredging & Jetty.
  • Cost control of Pre-FEED engineering studies for various contractors.
  • Responsible for producing manning plan forecasts for the owner's team.
  • Assisted the Project Services Manager in developing applicable cost control procedures and reviewing EPCM’s project control procedures and systems.
  • Performed variance analysis on actual costs against budget AFE to ensure effective control over expenditure.
  • Developed Cash Forecasts to ensure accurate cash-calling from project shareholders.
  • Working knowledge of Primavera ( P3E).
  • Administered and Reviewed major contracts to ensure contractual terms are adhered to.

Business Manager /Senior Project Analyst

Ras Laffan LNG Company Ltd
Doha, Qatar
06.2001 - 06.2005
  • Business Manager Role - Commercial & Shipping
  • Managed existing sales contracts for the following products - LNG (Long Term and Short Term), Pipeline Gas and Condensate.
  • Main responsibilities associated with administering these contracts include - Invoicing, BTU Calculations, Price Calculations, Annual Program Development, Quality Issues, Buyer Liaison and Cargo documentation.
  • Successfully developed an implementation procedure to facilitate the execution of a LNG Long Term contract with a Spanish Buyer (Endesa) spanning 20 years and commencing in April 2005.
  • Managed Short and Long Term Charter Party Agreements for LNG Vessels that service existing Long Term and Short Term SPA’s.
  • Involved in preparing claims on vessel performance such as Fuel consumption and LNG Boil-Off.
  • Experience in using the Production Accounting system – Energy Components.( Tieto Nato).
  • Annual Program development, nominations and timings of monthly cargoes, buyer requests to reschedule cargoes and LNG Train Trips.
  • Senior Project Analyst Role
  • Annual Budget preparation for a large billion dollar expansion project which consisted of the construction of additional LNG production trains and associated offshore facilities to support incremental LNG Sales into new markets.
  • Utilization of company SAP system to track and analyze project costs against budget.
  • Performed variance analysis on actual costs against budget to ensure effective control over expenditure.
  • Developed Cash Budgets to ensure accurate cash-calling from project shareholders.
  • Prepared monthly management reports for Shareholders & Internal Management on the status of project completion, which included detailed cost reports with variance analysis on actual costs as against budget and a revised forecast of project total expenditure.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

University Of Western Australia
Perth, WA

Graduate Diploma in Business -

Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA

Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Solid estimating skills and knowledge
  • Exemplary work ethic
  • Highly motivated to succeed with focus on performance management
  • Results and accuracy driven
  • Excellent technical skills
  • Collaborative leadership style
  • Effective and democratic management style
  • Significant experience in multi-cultural liaison with strong customer focus

Additional Education and Training

  • Primavera P6 Professional V19 Training Course.
  • International Petroleum Contracts and Negotiations: PetroSkills (April 2006)
  • Australian Institute of Management Articulate Managers Course (35 Hours of Professional Instruction)

Affiliations

  • Member of Association for Advancement of Cost Engineers International - AACEI

Timeline

Project Services Lead

Santos / Conoco Phillips
04.2015 - 05.2021

Lead Cost Engineer

Inpex
06.2011 - 04.2015

Project Controls Engineer

Chevron
05.2010 - 06.2011

Senior Cost Engineer

Worley Parsons
07.2007 - 05.2010

Cost Engineer

Woodside Energy LTD
06.2005 - 07.2007

Business Manager /Senior Project Analyst

Ras Laffan LNG Company Ltd
06.2001 - 06.2005

Bachelor of Science -

University Of Western Australia

Graduate Diploma in Business -

Edith Cowan University

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