Project Management of Process Industries Engineering Projects

The process industries—spanning oil and gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and water treatment—are complex, capital-intensive sectors that demand meticulous planning, execution, and control. This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to manage engineering projects across their entire lifecycle, from conceptualization to operation. Through a blend of theoretical insights, practical case studies, and hands-on exercises, participants will gain a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities inherent in process industries projects.

Audience

This course is designed for:

Project managers and engineers working in process industries.
Technical professionals transitioning into project management roles.
Consultants, contractors, and stakeholders involved in process industry projects.
Graduates or early-career professionals seeking to specialize in process industries project management.

Course objectives

Upon completion of the course, participants will acquire:

Understand the lifecycle stages of process industries engineering projects and their interdependencies.
Develop skills to plan, execute, monitor, and close projects effectively within the constraints of time, cost, and quality.
Gain expertise in risk management, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance specific to process industries.
Apply best practices in project scheduling, resource allocation, and procurement.
Learn how to integrate sustainability and innovation into project management processes.
Be equipped to handle real-world challenges through practical case studies and simulations.

Course contents

Day–1: Foundations of Process Industries Project Management

Introduction to Process Industries – Overview of oil & gas, petrochemicals, and other industries, key characteristics, and challenges.
Project Management Importance – Role of project management in process industries, ensuring efficiency and risk mitigation.
Project Lifecycle – Concept to operation phases, interdependencies, governance, and decision gates.
Common Pitfalls & Case Study – Analyzing failed projects due to poor lifecycle management.
Discussion & Quiz – Identifying key lifecycle components and project risks.

Day–2: Conceptualization and Feasibility Studies

Defining Project Scope – Techniques for scope definition, SMART objectives, stakeholder analysis.
Feasibility Studies – Economic (cost-benefit, ROI), technical (site selection, technology), and environmental assessments.
Project Charter Development – Drafting project charters and conducting feasibility analysis.
Workshops & Tutorials – Performing cost-benefit analysis and evaluating technical feasibility.
Group Activity – Assessing feasibility for a hypothetical plant expansion.

Day–3: Design and Planning Phase

Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) – Purpose, deliverables, integrating safety and sustainability.
Project Scheduling – Tools like Gantt charts and CPM, resource leveling, and procurement strategies.
Managing Design Reviews – Ensuring approvals and resolving conflicts in resource allocation.
Hands-on Exercise – Creating a project schedule using MS Project.
Case Study & Quiz – Applying the critical path method in project planning.

Day–4: Execution and Risk Management

Construction & Installation Management – Quality control, safety protocols, and best practices.
Risk Identification & Mitigation – Assessing technical, financial, and operational risks using FMEA, HAZOP, and SWOT.
Contingency Planning – Developing risk response strategies and mitigation plans.
Industrial Case Studies – Lessons from major industrial accidents and mitigation in refinery projects.
Group Discussion & Quiz – Identifying potential risks in real-world scenarios.

Day–5: Commissioning, Handover, and Continuous Improvement

Commissioning & Start-Up – Pre-commissioning checks, validation, and transitioning to operations.
Post-Project Evaluation – Importance of lessons learned and feedback loops for future projects.
Performance Monitoring – Ensuring operational readiness and tracking post-handover success.
Final Assessment – Written test covering all key topics.
Wrap-Up & Certification – Course recap, feedback session, and certification distribution.

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