AVEVA PDMS Experts in Germany
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Andreas F.
Last position:
Project Manager & Portfolio Owner for Infrastructure (Automotive) at MHP Management- und IT-Beratung GmbH
- Overall coordination of service providers for all infrastructure topics at a production site being set up in Baden-Württemberg
- Design and finding solutions for internet connectivity, building office communication networks, setting up WLAN in production and administration buildings, IP address management, password policies, time tracking, access control systems, backup strategies, emergency power planning, operating concepts, cost planning, event management, workplace setup including laptop/mobile phones/telephony, remote support, print servers
- Selecting suitable external service providers and planning to meet needs for spare parts, repairs, on-site service, network and workplace support including on-site system replacement by providers
- Choosing suitable external service providers for facility management and building technology (fiber optic connections, data center infrastructure, cable ducts etc.)
- Coordination with clients and service providers
- Escalation management, schedule control
- On-site presence for service meetings and managing service providers
Ahmed H.
Last position:
Engineering Manager - CCUS Projects at Heidelberg Materials
- Direct the entire engineering lifecycle of CCUS projects, from feasibility studies and Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) through detailed design, construction, commissioning, and start-up.
- Develop comprehensive project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Monitor project progress, proactively identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring on-time and within-budget project completion.
- Coordinate extensively with internal stakeholders, including Plant Operations, Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), and Research & Development (R&D) teams.
- Manage external engineering contractors, technology providers, and consultants, ensuring contractual compliance and performance.
- Provide deep technical expertise in various CCUS technologies (e.g., post-combustion, oxyfuel), CO2 compression, transportation, utilization, and storage.
- Evaluate and select optimal CCUS technologies for specific cement plant applications, considering factors such as technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and environmental impact.
- Develop and review engineering designs, specifications, and industry standards for CCUS systems.
- Ensure strict compliance with relevant international industry codes, standards, and regulations.
- Stay abreast of the latest CCUS technology developments, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement.
- Collaborate with the company's sustainability team to align CCUS projects with overall carbon reduction goals and strategies.
- Engage with external stakeholders, including government agencies, research institutions, industry associations, and local communities.
- Support the development of strategic partnerships and collaborations with technology providers and other organizations.
- Develop and implement robust risk mitigation strategies across all project phases.
- Champion safety as a top priority in all CCUS project activities, ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Share lessons learned and best practices from CCUS projects across global operations, contributing to company guidelines.
- Key CCUS Projects (FEED Phase):
- GeZero (Geseke, Germany): Leading the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) for Germany's first inland cement plant with industrial-scale carbon capture (700,000 tonnes CO2/year), including oxyfuel technology and rail transport solutions.
- Padeswood (North Wales, UK): Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) for the UK's first net-zero cement facility, aiming to capture 800,000 tonnes CO2/year via post-combustion technology and pipeline storage with the HyNet North West cluster.
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About the technology
Plant design
AVEVA PDMS is used for detailed 3D plant design in large industrial projects. It supports piping, equipment, structures, and cable routes in a single coordinated model. Many teams still search for PDMS, AVEVA PDMS, or the older Plant Design Management System name.
Core work
- 3D plant layouts and model setup
- Piping route design and clash checks
- Equipment placement and nozzle alignment
- Structural and steelwork coordination
- Drawings and material deliverables
Ecosystem
Strong specialists know the surrounding tools and data flow, not just the model. They work with discipline standards, isometric outputs, catalogues, reference data, and handover packages for engineering and construction. They also understand how PDMS fits into wider AVEVA design environments and project workflows.
When to hire
Companies bring in freelance expertise when a project needs rapid model progress, clean discipline coordination, or help with a legacy PDMS environment. This is common during EPC delivery, brownfield modifications, shutdown work, and migration or support tasks where internal teams are already stretched.
What good specialists do
A strong AVEVA PDMS specialist keeps models consistent, checks clashes early, and protects naming and attribute quality. They know how to work with strict design rules, revision control, and deliverables that other teams can trust on site. In Germany, they often support mixed on-site and remote project teams across engineering offices and plant locations.
Related skills
- Plant design and layout discipline knowledge
- Piping, equipment, and structural coordination
- Isometrics, drawings, and model reporting
- AVEVA data structures and project standards
- Brownfield engineering and change control
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about AVEVA PDMS, in one place.
AVEVA PDMS is used for detailed 3D design of industrial plants. Teams use it to place piping, equipment, structural steel, and cable routes in one coordinated model. It is common in oil and gas, chemicals, power, and other process industries.
Yes, in practice people often use PDMS and AVEVA PDMS for the same plant design environment. You will also hear the older full name, Plant Design Management System, especially on legacy projects. The search terms usually point to the same specialist skill set.
AVEVA PDMS is the older platform, while AVEVA E3D is the newer design environment in many projects. Companies still need PDMS expertise for live legacy models, maintenance work, and migration support. A good specialist should understand both the model logic and the transition path.
A strong AVEVA PDMS specialist usually also knows piping design rules, equipment layout, structural coordination, and drawing output. Experience with isometrics, material reports, and discipline standards matters as well. On larger projects, data quality and revision control are just as important as modelling speed.
It depends on the task, but AVEVA PDMS work is rarely a pure beginner assignment. Simple support tasks may only need someone who can follow project standards, while model setup, clash resolution, and deliverable ownership need deeper practical knowledge. Legacy plant work usually benefits from someone who has seen similar data structures before.
Often yes. AVEVA PDMS specialists can handle many modelling and coordination tasks remotely if the project has proper access, standards, and review routines. On-site time is still useful for brownfield surveys, interface checks, and direct work with plant teams in Germany.
Look for clean model structure, disciplined naming, and deliverables that fit the project standard. A strong PDMS professional can explain why a layout choice was made, not just produce geometry. Ask for examples of clash handling, report output, and experience with legacy plant data.
AVEVA PDMS is often used in EPC delivery, plant modifications, shutdowns, and upgrade work. It is also relevant when a company needs help with old project models, data cleanup, or a move toward newer AVEVA design tools. The best fit is someone who understands both design intent and handover needs.
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