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ELVIN JACOB

ELVIN JACOB

Project Head/ Senior Project Manager
Ernakulam

Summary

Dynamic Senior Construction Project Manager with over 20 years of experience delivering warehouse, industrial, infrastructure, and civil engineering projects across India and West Africa. Strong expertise in Project execution, site leadership, subcontractor management, and contract administration with FIDIC exposure. Proven track record in cost control, QA/QC, and HSE compliance. Recognized for effectively managing multi-site operations and coordinating with consultants and authorities to ensure projects are completed within budget and on schedule, consistently meeting GCC standards. Committed to driving project success through strategic planning and meticulous execution.

Overview

3
3
Languages
26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

CONSULTANT – OPERATIONS & COMMERCIAL

TCL Ceramics Ltd
Kochi, India
09.2023 - 10.2025
  • Held full P&L and operational accountability for the Projects & Commercial division, overseeing budgets, resource planning, and revenue targets.
  • Directed commercial strategy encompassing client negotiations, contract finalisation, pricing models, and revenue optimisation across domestic and international accounts.
  • Managed end-to-end procurement and supply chain operations using Infor Nexus SCM and Coupa Supplier Portal, achieving improved vendor turnaround times and cost savings.
  • Delivered government and embassy contracts, navigating complex regulatory requirements and maintaining full compliance with quality and contractual standards.
  • Led cross-functional coordination across production, logistics, export, and regulatory teams, improving operational throughput and delivery timelines.
  • Spearheaded a full corporate office transformation project, upgrading facilities to international standards for high-profile foreign delegations and stakeholders

GENERAL MANAGER/ PROJECT HEAD

Kuber Group Africa
Benin
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Directed 12 concurrent civil construction projects including ~40,000 sqm warehouses, industrial facilities, and associated infrastructure works.
  • Managed complete construction lifecycle: site surveys, BOQ finalization, contractor selection, procurement, execution, testing & handover.
  • Supervised site engineers, subcontractors, and execution teams ensuring adherence to drawings, specifications, and project milestones.
  • Coordinated with consultants and local statutory authorities for permits, inspections, and compliance approvals.
  • Implemented construction schedules, monitored progress against baseline plans, and mitigated delays through proactive planning.
  • Controlled project costs through vendor negotiations, quantity verification, and material optimization.
  • Enforced strict HSE standards across multiple project sites.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.

Career Transition

Remote
India
01.2020 - 09.2022

Structured transition post-military retirement during COVID-19 pandemic. Engaged in professional reflection, developed skills, and prepared for corporate leadership roles.

PROJECT LEADER – ENGINEERING & INFRASTRUCTURE

INDIAN ARMY
INDIA
06.1999 - 12.2019
  • Led infrastructure projects (buildings, roads, prefabricated structures) valued over INR 10 Crores.
  • Managed 350+ personnel including engineers, supervisors, and technical teams.
  • Executed works in remote and high-altitude environments under strict timelines.
  • Oversaw procurement, heavy equipment deployment, QA/QC, and HSE compliance.
  • Directed emergency infrastructure restoration and disaster response operations.
  • Handled Greenfield and brownfield production buildings and ancillaries.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver project milestones on time and within budget.
  • Developed and implemented strategic project plans to enhance operational efficiencies.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and improving team performance.
  • Analyzed project risks and developed mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.

Education

MSc - Defence & Strategic Studies

Defence Services Staff College
Wellington

B.Tech - Civil Engineering

College of Military Engineering
Pune

BSc - Science

National Defence Academy
Pune

Skills

Project Execution & Site Management

Construction Planning & Scheduling

BOQ, Quantity Surveying & Cost Estimation

Contract management

Budget management

Cost management

Risk management & compliance

Supply Chain Management

Operations & Process Optimisation

Stakeholder Engagement

Talent development

Accomplishments

• Led country-level operations across West Africa, overseeing 12+ concurrent projects, 50,000+ sqm of development, and multi-million dollar budgets as the sole senior in-country executive.

• Successfully managed P&L and commercial functions at TCL Ceramics, driving revenue optimisation and delivering government/embassy contracts to international quality standards.

• Commanded organisations of 350+ people over a 20-year military career — developing leaders, building capability, and delivering results in some of the most demanding environments globally.

• Directed disaster relief operations supporting 5,000+ civilians, demonstrating senior crisis leadership, inter-agency coordination, and decision-making under extreme pressure.

• Transformed corporate facilities at TCL Ceramics to international standards — a high-visibility initiative for foreign delegations and senior stakeholders.

Additional Information

Strengths: Leadership, Decision-Making, Adaptability, Time Management, Communication, Cross-functional Team Management

Timeline

CONSULTANT – OPERATIONS & COMMERCIAL

TCL Ceramics Ltd
09.2023 - 10.2025

GENERAL MANAGER/ PROJECT HEAD

Kuber Group Africa
10.2022 - 06.2023

Career Transition

Remote
01.2020 - 09.2022

PROJECT LEADER – ENGINEERING & INFRASTRUCTURE

INDIAN ARMY
06.1999 - 12.2019

BSc - Science

National Defence Academy

B.Tech - Civil Engineering

College of Military Engineering

MSc - Defence & Strategic Studies

Defence Services Staff College
ELVIN JACOBProject Head/ Senior Project Manager