About Kenneth MacNeil
- Academic Level Master’s Degree
- Age Above 57 Years
- Salary 1850
- Gender Male
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About me
Project Manager with over 18 years of international experience delivering complex marine, offshore, shipbuilding, ship repair and industrial engineering projects within the Oil & Gas, Maritime and Commercial sectors.
Proven success leading multidisciplinary teams throughout the complete project lifecycle, from concept development, engineering, estimating and tendering through execution, commissioning and final handover.
Extensive experience managing vessel new builds, dry dockings, SPS/UWILD programmes, offshore construction, reactivation projects, marine repairs, shipyard upgrades, fabrication and heavy engineering works for Drillships, Semi-Submersibles, Jack-ups, Supply Vessels, AHTSs, Ferries, Tugs, Barges, Dredgers and Passenger Vessels.
Highly skilled in project planning, budgeting, procurement, contract management, project controls, risk management, stakeholder engagement and HSE leadership. Recognised for delivering technically challenging projects safely, on schedule and within budget while building collaborative relationships with clients, shipyards, contractors, OEMs, classification societies and international stakeholders across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, the Caribbean and South America.
Education
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1998 - 2002 Open University
Diploma
I completed a Diploma in Design & Innovation, Engineering Design (Pass grade)
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1996 - 2004 Open University
Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons)
I majored in Engineering & Technology (Upper Second Class Honours)
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1996 - 2006 Open University
Master of Engineering (MEng)
I majored in Engineering & Technology. (Upper Second Class Honours)
Experience
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2022 - 2026 Dales Marine Services Ltd
Project Manager / Drydock & Refit Estimator
Managed a portfolio of approximately 15 high-value marine engineering, dry dock, repair, upgrade and refit projects annually from tender through successful completion.
Prepared project estimates, budgets, execution schedules, resource plans, risk assessments and technical documentation supporting commercial tenders and project delivery.
Developed detailed repair specifications through vessel inspections/surveys and condition assessments while coordinating engineering, procurement and subcontractor activities.
Managed coatings, structural steel repairs, mechanical upgrades, insulation replacement and Class compliance works.
Controlled project costs, progress, quality, contractor performance and programme milestones while maintaining full HSSEQ compliance. Coordinated clients, shipyard personnel, subcontractors, OEMs and classification societies to ensure projects were delivered safely on time and within budget. -
2014 - 2022 MacNeil Global Ltd
Director / Consultant / Project Manager (Contractor)
Founded and managed an engineering consultancy delivering industrial improvement, mobilisation and project management services.
Directed business planning, commercial strategy, contract negotiations and operational governance.
Managed industrial equipment installation and production improvement projects.
Developed project management systems, quality procedures and business processes supporting sustainable growth.
Built long-term client relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance and effective project delivery. -
2008 - 2014 Transocean Inc, Houston, Texas Office: Global-International Projects (MODU)
Project Manager
Shipyard Project – Dhirubhai Deepwater KG2 (Drillship), South Africa
Shipyard Project – Transocean Marianas (Semi-Submersible), Ghana / Namibia / South Africa
Shipyard Project – GSF High Island IX (Jackup), Ghana / Dubai UAE
Shipyard Project – GSF Celtic Sea (Semi-Submersible), Brazil / South Africa
Shipyard Project – GSF Monitor (Jackup), Trinidad / Nigeria
Shipyard Project – GSF Key Manhattan (Jackup), Egypt / Croatia / Italy
Led front-end planning, developing business cases, WBS, execution strategies, schedules, budgets and Stage Gate approvals. Coordinated project mobilisation, logistics and wet/dry heavy-lift tow operations
Managed offshore upgrades, vessel reactivations, SPS/UWILD campaigns, dry dockings and marine repair projects across multiple international locations
Developed engineering scopes, work packs, specifications and execution documentation. Managed shipyard tendering, contract negotiations, procurement, vendor performance and long-lead supply chain activities
Oversaw shipyard execution, engineering coordination, commissioning, FAT/SAT, project controls, cost forecasting, change management, regulatory compliance, class certification, HSE leadership and project close-out -
2006 - 2008 Transocean Inc, Houston, Texas Office: Global-International Projects (MODU)
Construction Manager
Shipyard Project – Trident 15 (Jackup), Singapore
Shipyard Project – C.K. Rhein (Semi-Submersible), Dubai UAE
Coordinated shipyard, contractor and vendor activities for SPS, major upgrades, repairs and refurbishment projects. Chaired project meetings, resolved technical issues and monitored progress to ensure safe, compliant and efficient project delivery
Managed accommodation construction, structural steel repairs, welding, anchor winch overhauls, insulation replacement, coatings, grit blasting, UHP surface preparation and antifouling works
Managed class certification, flag state compliance, statutory inspections, deadweight surveys and stability assessments. Coordinated FAT, SAT, commissioning, system handover and project close-out activities, reviewed technical drawings, engineering specifications, work packs and project documentation -
2000 - 2000 Transocean Inc, Houston, Texas Office: Global-International Projects (MODU)
Project Engineer
New Build Project – Trident 20 (Jackup), Baku, Azerbaijan
Management & inspection of structure to design specs and coatings applications including QA
Commissioning & testing of marine & deck equipment (Winches, Cranes, Cantilever, Jacking system), marine navigation and communication systems, Life-Saving equipment, including FAT witnessing; managed the preparation and execution of the full leg jacking trial to 496ft elevation
Managed the preparation & execution of the vessel’s inclining experiment, carried out vessel loading, yard departure and wet tow to initial drilling location
Coordinated Class (ABS) inspections, final vessel acceptance & licencing/certification, review, update and final acceptance of As Built drawings and documentation packs -
1989 - 2006 Transocean Inc, Houston, Texas Office: Drilling Operations
Barge Master / Barge Supervisor 1 / Deck Pusher
Various roles in the Oil & Gas offshore sector.
Barge Master / Barge Supervisor 1 / Deck Pusher / Assistant Barge Supervisor / Watchstander / Control Room Operator / Ballast Controller / Roustabout / Maintenance Painter