Karan Dawra
VP of Project Engineering | Executive Leadership | Project & Engineering Management | Commissioning | Strategic Planning | Operational Excellence | Innovation
- Role
- VP of Project Engineering at Oberon Fuels
- Location
- Houston, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Karan Dawra
As an accomplished Vice President of Engineering, I bring a wealth of experience in driving engineering excellence and achieving success in large-scale capital projects. With a proven track record of expertise, I am known for my strategic vision, operational acumen, and influential leadership style.Throughout my career, I have managed diverse engineering teams and initiatives on a global scale, ensuring seamless project delivery within budget and schedule parameters. My deep expertise in managing and collaborating with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) partners has been instrumental in my success. Having worked and resided in six countries, I have developed a keen understanding of various international contexts.My strengths lie in optimizing engineering workflows, fostering innovation, and implementing modular and construction-friendly design approaches. I excel in selecting and managing third-party engineering partners, and my proficiency in leading complex procurement and contracting processes is well-established.A cornerstone of my career has been the cultivation of a culture of excellence, coupled with a dedication to mentoring engineering talent. I have a proven history of establishing project organizational structures that facilitate efficient global design delivery. My commitment to delivering projects safely, with a strong emphasis on Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards, underscores my dedication to responsible leadership.I am eager to connect with professionals who share my passion for engineering innovation, operational efficiency, and global collaboration. Let\'s connect and explore how we can drive forward engineering excellence together.
Experience
VP of Project Engineering
Oct 2023 — Present · Houston, TX, US
Managing and driving strategic project development and execution. Working with engineering contractors and technology licensers globally.• Leading project engineering initiatives focusing on engineering and project delivery.• Manage Project Engineering team and resources to handle project interfaces from engineering to permitting & regulatory to finance.• Negotiating engineering agreements and EPC contracts.
Education
Louisiana State University
Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
2002 — 2006
Rice University
Masters, Business Administration
2008 — 2010
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