Jerril Sebastian
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced Project Manager with over 12 years of success in leading large-scale projects across Oil & Gas (Downstream), EV & Convenience Retail, Advanced Facilities, and Industrial Construction. I have managed projects worth over $100M, with a focus on Sustainability, Safety, and Cost optimization. Recognized for expertise in Stakeholder Alignment, fostering Collaborative Teams, and implementing Innovative Solutions that support Business Goals. Known for enhancing Operational Efficiency and delivering Measurable Results in dynamic environments, I excel at transforming Vision into Action and Leading Teams to exceed expectations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Engineering Manager
Shell
06.2018 - Current
- Led and managed the full lifecycle of engineering projects, including EV charger deployment, conventional fuel stations, convenience retail, and infrastructure upgrades, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to quality and safety standards
- Supervised a multidisciplinary team of design & contracts consultants, construction project managers, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, quality standards, and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies, aligned with Shell's operational excellence
- Developed and implemented project management frameworks, including policies, procedures, and systems, to ensure effective planning, execution, and control
- Led the selection and evaluation of vendors and suppliers, overseeing pre-qualification, bids, and site management, ensuring all partners met technical, operational, and HSE standards
- Identified project risks and challenges early, negotiating claims, back charges, and changes with contractors and suppliers, and taking corrective actions to keep projects on track
- Mentored and managed a team of 21 professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, resulting in improved team performance and more efficient project delivery
- Drove innovation in project execution, introduced methodologies to improve processes and enhance construction efficiency
- Delivered multiple projects using innovative solutions that improved sustainability and reduced costs
- Successfully delivered 76 conventional fuel stations, 40 convenience store upgrades, and the installation of 100+ EV fast chargers, achieving a 97% on-time delivery rate, enhancing regional service capabilities
- Achieved 3+ million safe man-hours without incidents through robust safety protocols and training programs, recognized with the SVP Pinnacle Award
- Reduced EV charger installation costs by 45%, saving $1.5 million annually through process standardization and value engineering
- Led the deployment of solar panels at 20+ retail sites, reducing annual energy costs by 30% per outlet, and pioneered carbon-neutral structures with mass timber, cutting construction-related emissions by 60%
- Successfully launched 75+ EV charging stations in Tamil Nadu and Gujarat, contributing to a 15% increase in regional revenue over two years
- Led the Vapour Recovery System (VRS) deployment program, ensuring compliance with environmental standards, improving operational safety, and reducing business shutdown time by 50%
- Delivered projects totalling to $100 million CAPEX portfolio, achieving an average 8% cost savings year-on-year through strategic vendor management and contract negotiations
- Designed stringent construction quality protocols, reducing snags by 100% during handover and improved operational readiness across all sites
Project Controls Manager
Jacobs Engineering
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Company Overview: Advanced Industrial Facilities
- Developed and maintained project schedules for the Owens Corning Fiberglass Expansion Project (CAPEX: $130 million) using Primavera P6, managing over 2,000 activities to ensure timely project delivery
- Developed comprehensive project execution documents, including the Project Execution Plan (PEP), Field Execution Plan, and Constructability Reports, ensuring streamlined processes across project phases
- Applied Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to monitor project performance, ensuring adherence to cost and schedule baselines
- Regularly reported variances and recommended corrective actions to senior management
- Led contract negotiations and managed relationships with 24 subcontractors, ensuring contractual compliance, high-quality deliverables, and fostering long-term partnerships
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to avoid potential project disruptions, safeguarding project schedules and budgets
- Ensured 100% compliance with quality and safety standards, supervising subcontractor performance and aligning project deliverables with organizational and regulatory expectations
- Advanced Industrial Facilities
Planning Engineer
Larsen & Toubro ECC
07.2014 - 05.2016
- Company Overview: Buildings & Factories
- Led planning and scheduling for the Shell Technology Centre Project (CAPEX: $200 million) using Primavera P6, ensuring project alignment with deadlines and budget constraints
- Coordinated the complete project lifecycle that is engineering, procurement, and construction activities to meet project objectives
- Conducted regular risk assessments and developed contingency plans to mitigate potential delays and risks
- Utilized EVM to monitor project progress, ensuring alignment with cost and schedule baselines
- Delivered detailed reports on project performance and recommended corrective measures
- Controlled project costs by performing variance analyses, resulting in under-budget project completion
- Managed subcontractor agreements and contracts, ensuring that vendor performance aligned with project goals
- Buildings & Factories
Project Engineer
Mathew & Saira Architects
06.2011 - 07.2012
Education
M-Tech - Construction Technology & Management
NIT Nagpur
01.2014
B-Tech - Civil Engineering
Mar Athanasius College of Engineering
01.2011
Skills
- Program & Project Management
- Contract Management
- Procurement Management
- Planning & Scheduling
- Design Management
- Construction Management
- Change Management
- Assurance
- Stakeholder Management
- Diversity Equity & Inclusion
- Team management
- Partner Management
Certification
- APM (Applied Project Manager) - Shell Academy
- PMP Cert. Prep. - LinkedIn Learning
- HSSE framework for Downstream
Languages
English
Malayalam
Hindi
Tamil
Personal Information
Passport Number: Z5799127
Timeline
Regional Engineering Manager
Shell
06.2018 - Current
Project Controls Manager
Jacobs Engineering
07.2016 - 05.2018
Planning Engineer
Larsen & Toubro ECC
07.2014 - 05.2016
Project Engineer
Mathew & Saira Architects
06.2011 - 07.2012
M-Tech - Construction Technology & Management
NIT Nagpur
B-Tech - Civil Engineering
Mar Athanasius College of Engineering
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