About Me

My story

While always have been fascinated by how things work as a child, I knew at a very young age that I wanted to become an engineer. With a burning desire to graduate from a reputable university and make my family proud, in 2012 I became the first member of my immediate family to earn a bachelor's degree.

This milestone had set the bar and expectations for everything that I would focus on achieving after. Believing that everything is possible and attainable provided the correct amount of effort is exerted, I obtained an extremely rare opportunity to begin my professional career with GE Oil & Gas.

Since then, I have respected and excelled in every position that I've held in my career. From a design engineer to a project manager, I continue to seek knowledge and valuable experience to better myself and become an asset to any organization that entrusts me to lead their most challenging projects to success!

Residence: USA
Engineer: Mechanical
Cert: PMP
Address: Houston, Texas
Phone: +1 832 922 1923
E-mail: nader.matari@gmail.com

Nader
Matari

Project Manager

Mechanical Engineer

Real Estate Broker

Member of Board of Directors

Philanthropist

Hello! I am a Project Management Professional and Flexible Pipe Subject Matter Expert in API 15S, API 17J, and API 17B RP with nearly thirteen (13) years’ experience including design, manufacturing, integrity management, research, development and project management of client specific scopes of supply.

Clients have included US domestic small independent operators such as Anadarko, Hess, Murphy, and Noble Energy as well as larger cap operators including Aramco, Chevron, ExxonMobil, and Shell.

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My Strengths

What I Do

Project
Management

As a certified Project Management Professional, PMP, I take pride in leading projects throughout their life-cycle to a successful completion.

Mechanical
Engineer

Having studied and majored in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Houston, I enjoy solving complex problems in the energy, oil, and gas industry.

Publications
& Presentations

Use of Corrosion-Mitigating Thixotropic Gel for Riser Abandonment Inside Pull-Tube, ISOPE-I-17-477

Combined Advanced Inspection & Analysis Method for Flexible Riser Remnant Life Assessment, ISOPE-I-17-148

PMP

Leading many projects in my career to success, I've obtained my PMP license in 2017 and have maintained my certification since.

Community
Involvement

In 2014, I started Noble Step Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization to raise awareness of the importance of higher education and offer college students a chance at a scholarship funded by local business.

Real Estate Broker
& Investor

In 2013, I purchased my first rental property, a 3-bedroom 2 bath single family home in Cypress, TX. Since then, I have accumulated a couple of rental properties and obtained the Texas Real Estate Commission Broker's license.

Web
Development

In my free time, I have learned how to develop web pages and built this page specifically to showcase my skills and experience.

Addicted
Reader

Since 2017, I have been addicted to reading self developments and entrepreneurial books such as, Rich Dad Poor Dad, Think and Grow Rich, Never Split The difference, and Good to Great.

Experience

Working with

Present

ExxonMobil, Guyana Uaru

Systems and Interface Engineer

Managing 100’s of interfaces via tools such as Oracle and interface workshops to gain agreements between EPC contractors
Develop and deliver reports within CPY to stakeholders and SURF project managers
Guide and support EPC contractors in delivering design reports and IFC drawings per CPY requirements and specifications
Lead and manage any scope of work changes that affect more than one contractor and CPY via internal MOC process
Organize interface workshops between all contractors to address critical interfaces that are time and schedule sensitive to gain agreement and maintain OTD expectations
Lead the design of deepwater production flexible risers and associated ancillary equipment
Facilitate and manage the development of EPC contractor’s ITPs and PPM to mitigate project risk and ensure compliance with CPY scope of work criteria

2018-2022

Flexsteel Pipeline
Technologies

Project Manager

Define project plan, milestones and deliverables in accordance with contractual obligations, PMP project management methodology, and leading practices
Manage project scope, timelines, associated teams and deliverables for scopes of supply valued at >30M USD per year
Deliver new product line type approval and verification in 50% less time and cost than budget
Interpret technical specifications, and sometimes complex, emails or communications to coordinate with the correct resources
Work with customers, shop and field operation to develop required quality documents, inspection and test plans, and other associated documents required for successful execution of awarded projects
Overseeing the preparation of drawings, technical specifications, and reports
Managing task budgets and update estimates-to-complete
Own project status and communications
Manage day to day tasks of resources and client/3rd party resources
Establish credibility at all levels within the client and build problem-solving partnerships with clients and colleagues
Developing and writing specific scopes of work for subcontractors consistent with the level of effort estimates
Managing subcontractor’s delivery of assigned scope of work, monitor progress, and monitor invoicing
Leading QA/QC process
Proactively assess potential risks and perform risk management to minimize project risks
Provide, and oversee, inspection activity for product throughout production cycle
Designed three (3) novel products for the termination and packaging of spoolable unbonded flexible pipe

2014-2018

Flexlife
Limited

Senior Engineer

Provide technical expertise within the project teams
Perform life extension studies and assessments to extend equipment design life
Perform integrity risk assessments and managing HAZOP meetings
Identify potential risks and failure modes to provide valuable recommendation plans
Act as a technical representative on behalf of Flexlife’s Clients
Provide quality control and other manufacturing and surveillance activities
Management of technical interfaces between stakeholders and third parties
Prepare and review technical reports, procedures and other documentation
Respond to technical queries raised by Clients or 3rd party interfaces
Interface with clients and sub-contractors
Liaison with suppliers and vendors
Contribute towards preparation/evaluation of bids and proposals
Present delivery, engineering and other capability to existing and potential customers
Provide technical support to other areas of the business
Provide support for identifying suppliers, reviewing purchase requirements and quality plans.
Coordinate with international shipping suppliers to ensure proper importation and customs clearance

2011-2014

GE Oil
& Gas

Project Engineer

Designed offshore flexible pipe, end terminations and ancillary equipment per API 17J & 17B RP using various software packages ensuring that international standards and client specifications were being met.
Provided technical & commercial proposals per client’s request for quotes and unique design specifications
Leading manufacturing, material SME’s, quality, structural, CAD and riser analysts to respond to technical queries from clients
Successfully delivered over 5 long-term projects, with the largest worth >$60M USD.
Managed all nonconformance reports (NCRs) which required a technical disposition and possibly a concession request to the client prior to proceeding
Controlled the manufacturing process to guarantee quality and safety of all equipment and personnel
Manage risk assessments meetings to mitigate failure possibilities and/or project delays
Ensured project delivery per schedule and budget
Managed vendors for delivery of ancillary equipment, product factory acceptance testing, and fit-up tests
Coordinated with installation contractors to provide clients with proper handling, delivery and offshore installation of flexible pipe

Education

Studied at

2008-2012

The University
of Houston

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Certification in Petroleum Technology

2012

Stress Engineering
Services

Subsea Flexible Pipe Design Certification

Project Management Skills

Ability

Communication

The key to success of any leader, especially a project manager.

100%
Project Initiation

Getting off on the right foot sets the tone for the entire project.

95%
Project Planning

Failure to prepare is preparing to fail. This is the most essential part of any project life cycle.

95%
Project Execution

Being involved and leading by example will most certainly guarantee favorable results and success in any project.

100%
Project Monitoring and Controlling

Cruise control is not leadership. Being heavily involved during the project life cycle is the only way to ensure on-time delivery and success.

95%
Project Closure

Learning from mistakes, reviewing project history, and obtaining customer feedback is essential in closing out a project and ensuring that the next scopes will result in higher customer satisfaction.

100%