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Jousal E K

Jousal E K

Riffa

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Sr. Planning Engineer with over 9 years of expertise in the Oil and Gas industry, specializing in strategic planning and execution of large-scale construction, shutdown, and maintenance projects. Adept at leading multidisciplinary teams across mechanical, civil, electrical, and instrumentation (E&I) domains, with hands-on experience in static and rotating equipment, piping, and structural works. Proficient in leveraging Primavera P6, Microsoft Excel, and Power BI for project scheduling, resource optimization, and data-driven decision-making. Recognized for streamlining complex operations, enhancing project efficiency, and consistently delivering on time, on budget results. Proven in system and vendor evaluations, offering innovative, high-impact solutions that exceed expectations, and drive overall project success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Planning Engineer

STS
07.2025 - Current
  • Analyzed data to forecast project timelines and resource needs.
  • Managed scheduling of project activities to optimize workflow efficiency.
  • Monitored project performance to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, quality standards and safety regulations.
  • Optimized resource allocation by analyzing project demands and workforce capabilities, ensuring efficient use of personnel and materials.
  • Guided junior planning engineers and team members, providing training and support to enhance project execution skills.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to ensure alignment on planning objectives.

Planning Engineer

Arabian International Contracting Co. WLL
12.2023 - 06.2025
  • Analyzing project scope and scheduling project activities to ensure efficient planning and execution.
  • Implement progress measurement procedures to evaluate the performance of the project team.
  • Proficiently present strategic plans using tools such as histograms, S-curves, etc. Preparation of Recovery, Revised, and Accelerated Schedules.
  • Compiling and preparing weekly and monthly project reports to provide comprehensive updates on project progress and performance.
  • Proficient in using SAP for job code-wise monitoring.
  • Regularly update schedules, and prepare alternate schedules and recovery plans as required.
  • Establish effective communication with contractors and suppliers, ensuring seamless project operations.
  • Client: ALBA, BAPCO, GPIC, WTE - BAHRAIN.

Planning Engineer

AHMED MANSOOR AL AALI, BAHRAIN
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Responsible for planning, scheduling& monitoring for all activities
  • Major Project, ESR and Well Development Project Progress and Updates.
  • Work Progress Measurement sheet Preparing.
  • Preparation of Recovery, Revised and Accelerated Schedules.
  • Coordinating Weekly meeting with Client and Management.
  • Internal coordination between Engineering, Procurement and Construction division.
  • Attending weekly meetings with Project Manager and Team to Success and resolve the issues.
  • Client : TATWEER PETROLEUM, BAHRAIN

Mechanical Planning Engineer

Hitech Steel Fabrication and Erectors Kochi, Kerala
06.2020 - 10.2021
  • Monitoring and update day by day the work status of static equipment (Exchanger, vessel, column, heater work & etc.) and Piping jobs. Ensure the claim done in monthly basis.
  • Prepare weekly / monthly project reports.
  • Client: Bharat petroleum corporation LTD, Kochi

Shutdown-Planning Engineer

ISSCO, Abu Dhabi
02.2020 - 05.2020
  • Preparation of detailed Baseline Schedule of Project activities using Primavera P6
  • Ensure and check the work progress in Schedule wise.
  • Work Progress Measurement sheet Preparing.
  • Client : ADNOC, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Mechanical Planning Engineer

Hitech Steel fabrication And Erectors Kochi, Kerala
05.2019 - 01.2020
  • Prepare plans and schedule for all project delivery.
  • Manage all risks in site and Maintain the work schedules.
  • Prepare and evaluate weekly meeting report.
  • Coordination with client meeting.
  • Check the work progress and Quantities.
  • Client : BPCL LTD, Kochi Refinery, Kerala

Planning Engineer

SCARIA AND ASSOCIATES ENGINEERING CONTRACTORS, Kerala
04.2018 - 04.2019
  • Monitoring and update day by day the work status of static equipment (Exchanger, vessel, column, heater work & etc.) and Piping jobs
  • Prepare Daily, weekly / monthly maintenance work reports.
  • Check and ensure the new work Tender with Clients.
  • Prepare weekly / monthly project reports.
  • Client: BPCL LTD, Kochi Refinery, Kerala

Jr Planning Engineer

DOPET, Qatar
01.2018 - 04.2018
  • Updating and monitoring work schedules.
  • Attending weekly meeting with Project Manager, Client and Team to discuss and resolve the Issues
  • Drawing and documents check to verify the quantities.
  • Ensure and check the work progress in Schedule wise.
  • Client: QATAR PETROLIUM, QP (Direct supply) Doha, Qatar

Mechanical Engineer

SCARIA AND ASSOCIATES ENGINEERING CONTRACTORS, Kerala
07.2016 - 12.2017
  • Manage all risks in site and Maintain the work schedules.
  • Prepare and evaluate weekly meeting report.
  • Coordination with client meeting.
  • Client: BPCL LTD, Kochi Refinery, Kerala

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineer

Kerala University
Kerala
04-2016

Skills

  • Primavera P6
  • MS Excel
  • Problem solving
  • Project scheduling and updating
  • Data sorting and organizing
  • Control of Manpower & Material Resources
  • Schedule optimization
  • Project management
  • Progress measurement
  • SAP software

Certification

  • Primavera P6
  • MS Project and Excel
  • Power BI
  • QA/QC
  • CAD
  • ASNT – NDT Level II
  • Piping and pipeline engineering
  • SAP BASICS
  • MEP and HVAC
  • Online planning courses

Languages

Malayalam
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Tamil
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Arabic
Elementary (A2)
A2

Affiliations

  • Structural steel erection works for the BAPCO modernization program (BMP) project
  • ALBA Bahrain: Upgrade alumina handling line 4, GTC 1, 2, 3, and 4
  • ALBA Bahrain: Upgrading of Dust Collector, Pulsating, and Gas Station
  • Gpic Bahrain: Extension of Substation No. 5
  • Alba Bahrain, Cast House Expansion Projects
  • ALBA Bahrain - Complete relining works for Plotline 4, 5, and 6
  • Bahrain Tubli Water Treatment Project—Mechanical Assembly, Piping, & Installation Works
  • Petrofac field construction (CMEI) for seven well heads and tie-ins project
  • TATWEER PETROLEUM Well Expansion Projects: Piping and Electrical & Instrumentation Work - GCS Contract
  • Well development program safety PT installation at BPU
  • Integrated Refinery Expansion Project (IREP): Shutdown Projects (CDU3, PFCCU, and DCU Units) - Jun 2020 to Oct 2021
  • ADNOC Refinery Shutdown-Turnaround Project: static equipment jobs (vessel, exchanger, and shutdown miscellaneous jobs)
  • Integrated Refinery Expansion Project (IREP) shutdown projects (VGO, DHDS, CDU3, PFCCU, and DCU units) - May 2019 to Jan 2020
  • Major fire and safety piping works at BPCL, Kochi
  • Running maintenance (static equipment) at BPCL-KR – DCU (May 2018 - Apr 2019)
  • Shutdowns at BPCL-KR SRU1 (April-May 2018), PRIMARY-FCCU (June-September 2018), and HGU (September-November 2018)
  • Turn around shutdown at Qatar Petroleum (QP) in Qatar, RFCC UNIT (42-46) (2018 JAN-MAR)
  • Major shutdowns at BPCL-KR CDU2 (November-December 2016), ARU (July-August 2017), CCR (August-September 2017), and VGO (November-December 2017)
  • Jobs filter vessel at ETP4 in BPCL KR, IREP (Integrated Refinery Expansion Project), (Piping and Pipeline) at BPCL-KR

Accomplishments

  • Successfully completed
  • Achieved project goals

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Planning Engineer

STS
07.2025 - Current

Planning Engineer

Arabian International Contracting Co. WLL
12.2023 - 06.2025

Planning Engineer

AHMED MANSOOR AL AALI, BAHRAIN
10.2021 - 12.2023

Mechanical Planning Engineer

Hitech Steel Fabrication and Erectors Kochi, Kerala
06.2020 - 10.2021

Shutdown-Planning Engineer

ISSCO, Abu Dhabi
02.2020 - 05.2020

Mechanical Planning Engineer

Hitech Steel fabrication And Erectors Kochi, Kerala
05.2019 - 01.2020

Planning Engineer

SCARIA AND ASSOCIATES ENGINEERING CONTRACTORS, Kerala
04.2018 - 04.2019

Jr Planning Engineer

DOPET, Qatar
01.2018 - 04.2018

Mechanical Engineer

SCARIA AND ASSOCIATES ENGINEERING CONTRACTORS, Kerala
07.2016 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineer

Kerala University
Jousal E K