SatyaPavan Payasam

Experience in Structural and Marine Piling Works (Ship Lift Facility & SBC-2, Visakhapatnam) Key Responsibilities & Expertise:

• Extensive expertise in marine piling works, including gantry piling, sheet piling, and Mait piling, crucial for the Ship Lift Facility Project and SBC-2 submarine assembly line in Visakhapatnam.
• Hands-on experience in raft foundations, deck slabs, and superstructure works, contributing to the civil and structural development of the ship lift facility and submarine construction yard.
• Proven track record in construction of service gallery trenches, ensuring seamless integration of underground utility networks for defence infrastructure.
• Direct involvement in the ₹1,084.54 crore first-phase investment of the Ship Lift Facility Project, which is part of the larger ₹3,500 crore naval infrastructure development.
• Experience in supporting the assembly line infrastructure for six P-75A class SSNs (nuclear-powered attack submarines) at SBC-2, integrating civil works with the modular submarine hull fabrication and assembly process.
• Involved in the installation and coordination of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and ELV systems, ensuring seamless integration within the Design & Build (D&B) execution model.
• Strong knowledge of structural stability, load distribution, and reinforcement techniques, ensuring compliance with defence and naval engineering standards.
• Experience in workshop equipment setup and augmentation of MTC, supporting the efficient production and integration of submarine components at SBC-2.
• Preparation & Approval of BBS, ensuring structural accuracy for ship lift and submarine assembly facilities, and obtaining approvals from concessionaire officers.
• Execution of Work in compliance with Afcons Infrastructure’s EPC standards, adhering to technical drawings, defence specifications, and industry codes.
• Marine Piling & Structural Foundations, ensuring stability for ship lift, dry docks, and submarine assembly yards at SBC-2.
• Quality Control & Safety Compliance, maintaining high standards in construction practices, implementing strict safety protocols for high-security naval defence projects.
• Material & Resource Planning, optimizing usage to minimize waste and enhance efficiency in a ₹3,500 crore phased defence project.
• Site Supervision & Coordination, ensuring seamless collaboration between teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders, including Afcons Infrastructure, DRDO, L&T, and the Indian Navy.
• Integration of Mechanical, Electrical, and HVAC Systems, ensuring smooth execution for both the Ship Lift Facility and SBC-2 submarine assembly line.
• Support for P-75A Submarine Hull Assembly, aligning civil infrastructure with the modular hull fabrication process. Hull sections fabricated at L&T’s Hazira facility will be transported to Vizag’s SBC-2 for final assembly.
• Monitoring & Reporting Project Progress, ensuring adherence to the 36-month timeline for Phase 1 and coordination for future phases of the project.
• Subcontractor & Vendor Management, overseeing contract execution, billing, and ensuring timely payments.
• Workforce Management, supervising labour and technical teams to maintain efficiency in high-security naval infrastructure development.