Roles of Piping Engineers during construction of petrochemical plants
What you'll learn
Analyze Construction Contracts: Differentiate between common construction contract types (e.g., EPC, Lump Sum, Cost Plus) and understand their impact on engineering scope and risk management.
Manage Field Engineering: Effectively resolve non-conformance issues, manage field design changes, and ensure the accuracy of as-built documentation.
Control Budget and Cost: Monitor piping installation progress against the budget, track material usage (MTO reconciliation), and evaluate potential cost overruns.
Oversee Quality and Inspection: Define and implement robust Quality Control (QC) plans, manage welding procedures, and coordinate mandatory pressure testing and NDT inspection activities.
Align Project Planning: Understand the principles of construction sequencing and scheduling to align engineering deliverables (Isometrics, Line Lists) with the contractor's execution plan.
Lead Field Supervision: Guide and mentor field teams, enforce project specifications, and ensure strict adherence to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) protocols during piping installation.
