Brownfield projects require precision, planning, and deep operational awareness. At Tomarok Engineering, we specialize in upgrading, expanding, and optimizing existing industrial facilities while maintaining uninterrupted production.
Our teams work within live environments, ensuring that every modification, upgrade, or expansion is executed safely, efficiently, and with minimal impact on ongoing operations. From automation upgrades to full plant revamps, we help industrial operators improve performance without risking downtime.
With proven experience in complex industrial environments such as Enefit Power Shale Oil Refinery and Gubretas Gold Mine, Tomarok delivers reliable, high-impact brownfield solutions.
Operating Within Live Industrial Environments
Unlike greenfield projects, brownfield operations require working around active systems, ongoing production, and strict safety protocols.
Tomarok’s approach focuses on:
- Detailed planning and risk assessment
- Shutdown minimization strategies
- Safe integration with existing systems
- Seamless coordination with operations teams
We ensure that improvements are delivered without disrupting production continuity.
Our Brownfield Capabilities
Plant Automation and Control System Upgrades
We modernize legacy control systems, including DCS, PLC, and SCADA environments, improving reliability, visibility, and operational control.
Process Optimization and Advanced Process Control
Our engineers analyze and optimize plant processes to increase efficiency, reduce variability, and enhance output quality using advanced control strategies.
Energy Audit and Energy Optimization
We identify energy inefficiencies and implement optimization strategies that reduce operational costs and improve sustainability performance.
Brownfield Project Support During Live Operations
We execute upgrades and modifications while plants remain operational, ensuring strict adherence to safety and operational constraints.
Revamp, Retrofit and Debottlenecking Studies
We identify production constraints and implement targeted improvements to increase plant capacity and efficiency.
Modification Projects with Minimal Production Impact
All modifications are carefully planned and phased to minimize downtime, avoid disruptions, and maintain production continuity.
Proven Experience in Complex Industrial Projects
Tomarok has successfully delivered brownfield solutions across demanding industrial environments:
- Enefit Power Shale Oil Refinery – Supporting operational upgrades and system improvements in a high-complexity energy facility
- Gubretas Gold Mine – Implementing optimization and modification projects within active mining operations
These projects demonstrate our ability to operate safely and effectively within live, high-risk industrial environments.
Our Approach to Brownfield Projects
1. Assessment & Planning
We analyze existing systems, constraints, and operational risks to develop a precise execution strategy.
2. Integration Strategy
We design solutions that integrate seamlessly with current infrastructure and control systems.
3. Execution in Live Environment
Our teams perform upgrades and modifications while maintaining operational continuity.
4. Testing & Optimization
We validate system performance and fine-tune operations to ensure maximum efficiency.
Industries we serve
Delivering Excellence Across Industries
We deliver construction and commissioning management across
Mining & Mineral Processing
Engineering design and technical authority for mineral processing plants, ensuring efficient, reliable, and high-performance operations.
Metals & Smelting
Specialized engineering services for smelters and metallurgical facilities, delivering safe, compliant, and performance-driven plant designs.
Power Generation
Engineering and design oversight for power generation systems, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and long-term operational stability.
Petrochemical & Chemical Plants
Advanced engineering solutions for petrochemical and chemical facilities, focused on safety, process integrity, and regulatory compliance.
Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities
End-to-end engineering and technical coordination for industrial facilities, enabling optimized layouts, efficient operations, and scalable performance.
Water & Infrastructure
Engineering design and technical expertise for water systems and infrastructure projects, ensuring durability, efficiency, and sustainable operation.
Engineering Within Live Operations
Tomarok’s approach combines engineering expertise with hands-on operational awareness—ensuring that every upgrade, modification, or optimization is not only technically sound but also safely executable within a live plant environment.
Our teams work in close coordination with operators, maintenance teams, and site stakeholders to deliver solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing systems—maintaining production continuity while improving performance, reliability, and efficiency from day one.
Why Choose Tomarok
Proven experience and structured delivery—bringing control, clarity, and technical authority to complex industrial projects.
Owner-Focused Execution
We represent your interests on site—ensuring contractors deliver according to scope, quality, and schedule.
Proven Industrial Experience
15+ years of experience, 25+ projects, and over 1.1 million project management hours across heavy industries.
Structured Commissioning Methodology
A system-driven approach that ensures smooth transition from construction to full production.
Strong QA/QC and HSE Culture
We embed quality and safety into every stage of execution, not as an afterthought.
Reduced Risk and Faster Startup
By integrating construction and commissioning, we eliminate delays, rework, and operational issues.
Our Role in Your Project
Tomarok acts as your construction and commissioning management partner—representing your interests on site and ensuring disciplined, well-coordinated execution from installation through startup.
We provide:
- Site leadership and coordination
- Contractor and vendor oversight
- Quality assurance and safety enforcement
- Commissioning execution and operational readiness
- Handover management and final acceptance
Inspired by best-in-class EPCM and owner’s engineering models, we ensure your project is delivered ready to operate—not just ready to build.
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Services
Five Integrated Service Lines, Delivered from the Owner’s Side of the Table
We act as your owner’s representative across the full project lifecycle—bringing structure, control, and technical authority to complex industrial projects. From engineering and procurement to construction, commissioning, and operational support, our integrated service lines ensure every decision aligns with your objectives for cost, schedule, performance, and long-term reliability.
Owner’s PMO & Project Controls
We sit on your side of the table—establishing and operating the PMO on your behalf to ensure full visibility, control, and decision authority across the project lifecycle.
Engineering & Technical Services
We act as your technical authority, leading and governing engineering from FEED through detailed design to ensure technical integrity and alignment across all disciplines.
Procurement & Vendor Management
We manage procurement on your behalf—structuring the process, qualifying vendors, and controlling delivery to ensure alignment with your technical and commercial requirements.
Construction & Commissioning Management
We represent you on site—overseeing construction, enforcing quality and safety standards, and ensuring a controlled transition from installation to commissioning and handover.
Brownfield & Operational Plant Services
We support live operations with structured oversight—ensuring upgrades, optimizations, and modifications are delivered safely with minimal disruption to production.
Frequently asked questions
Discover how Tomarok manages construction and commissioning to ensure controlled execution, consistent quality, and full operational readiness.
What is a brownfield project in industrial plants?
A brownfield project involves upgrading, modifying, or expanding an existing operational facility without stopping production.
How do you work without stopping plant operations?
We use phased execution, detailed planning, and shutdown minimization strategies to ensure continuous operation during project activities.
What types of upgrades are typically performed?
Common upgrades include automation system modernization, process optimization, energy improvements, and capacity expansion projects.
How do you ensure safety during live operations?
We implement strict safety protocols, risk assessments, and coordination with plant operations to ensure safe execution at all times.
Can you increase plant capacity without major shutdowns?
Yes. Through debottlenecking and targeted retrofits, we can significantly increase capacity while minimizing or avoiding full shutdowns.
Still have questions?
Connect with Tomarok to understand how we act on your behalf during construction and commissioning—bringing structure, control, and a seamless path to operation.