Shobhen Bal

With over 11 years of dedicated experience as a Mechanical Project Manager, spanning roles in EPC, LSTK projects, and PMC companies, I bring a wealth of expertise in achieving exceptional results and driving continuous improvement. My primary focus lies in delivering excellence across various organizational contexts, on my versatile skill set, strong leadership abilities, and proactive mind set. With hands-on experience in EPC, PMC, and LSTK roles across multiple organizations, I possess a comprehensive understanding of project management dynamics and operational intricacies. I excel in developing strategic approaches tailored to the industrial landscape, enabling successful outcomes in Industrial Construction, Contracting Services, Project Management, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Revenue Optimization and Meticulous Documentation. Driven by unwavering dedication and a commitment to surpassing expectations, I actively seek challenges that allow me to leverage my skills and make a significant impact. With my proven ability to deliver results and my determination to contribute effectively to organizational success, I am confident in my capability to add value to any team or project.

• Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of managing multi-projects amounting to multicore rupees for esteemed clients, including Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd, IREL (India) Limited, BARC, DMRL, and Steel Authority of India Limited.
• Amidst the challenging backdrop of the pandemic, I actively engaged in the IREL tender process. I took the initiative to meticulously prepare estimations for mechanical equipment, structural work. I dedicated my efforts to securing the project and, ultimately, succeeded.
• Selected vendor via e-tendering, planning, seamless execution, and effective coordination with suppliers and the client.
• Successfully completed erection, testing, and commissioning activities, resulting in the creation of a pioneering product - a Magnet, a remarkable first-of-its-kind achievement in India.
• My adept communication skills have been pivotal, particularly in the finalization of critical equipment sourced from foreign countries for seamless handover to our esteemed clients. This aspect of my role has been instrumental in ensuring the success of our projects.
• B.TECH in Mechanical Engineering, Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT), 2012, 72%
• B.TECH in Metallurgy Engineering (Ongoing), Indian Institute of Metals (IIM), Kolkata
• Intermediate +2 Science, Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), 2007, 45.77%
• 10th Standard, Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha

• Metallurgy Engineering - The Indian Institute of Metals, ST-50236
• Associate Member - The Institute Of Engineers, AM147472-6
• Kickoff waterfall badge - Project Management Institute, Issued Jan 2023

• EQUIPMENT ENGINEER AT TCE
• Review deliverables, conduct design reviews, and participate in project technical meetings, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
• As a Mechanical Package Engineer, a key aspect of my role entails reviewing technical documents, such as TS & GAD, from multiple vendors for approval.
• Develop comprehensive project plans and schedules for mechanical equipment installation and commissioning.
• Work with lead discipline engineers to define and record interfaces between disciplines, addressing technical issues promptly.
• Provide expertise and guidance during equipment installation and commissioning, troubleshooting mechanical issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to project specifications, conducting inspections and audits as necessary.
• Adhere to strict safety protocols throughout the project lifecycle, promoting a culture of safety among project teams and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate documentation of equipment specifications, installation procedures, and commissioning activities, preparing progress reports for stakeholders.
• Monitor engineering progress for both rotating and static equipment, ensuring work meets safety and environmental standards.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of rotating and static equipment, including pumps, compressors, agitators, blowers, driers, gear box, heat exchangers, tanks, reactors and vessels used in bioethanol Production.
• Familiarity with GAD, data sheets, technical specifications, 3D modelling, and plant layout reviews.
• Scheduling all variations per contract and keeping records for monthly reports.
• Communicates complex technical issues and recommends solutions to designing team.

• Navigated project lifecycles, defining scope, objectives, and deliverables with precision.
• Fostered excellence in cross-functional teams by developing and implementing project plans with efficient schedules and budgets.
• Ensuring regular updates, addressing concerns, and prioritizing client satisfaction throughout project lifecycles.
• Orchestrated seamless coordination with clients, vendors, contractors, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Implemented effective mitigation strategies to prevent potential risks.
• Maintained open channels with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Prioritized client satisfaction throughout project lifecycles by ensuring regular updates and addressing concerns.
• Developed comprehensive project plans, defining scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Created detailed schedules and efficiently allocated resources for mechanical systems and equipment, ensuring clear alignment and direction.
• Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate or address them
• Led and coordinated cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration, efficiency, and successful outcomes.
• Provided expert guidance and utilized mechanical engineering expertise to review design documents and resolve technical issues.
• In my role as responsible for the design aspect, review of technical documents from multiple vendors TS & GAD, for approval. After conducting a thorough review of these documents, ensuring they meet project specifications, they are then passed on to the consultant.
• Collaborated effectively with vendors and suppliers, procuring top-quality mechanical equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Tracking of delivery with coordination with suppliers for on time delivery and on time erection.
• Conducted negotiations, managed contracts, and ensured timely delivery, optimizing procurement processes.
• Implemented rigorous quality control measures specific to mechanical aspects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, codes, and industry standards.
• Verified and finalized billing schedules of equipment suppliers based on purchase orders.
• Reviewed and approved technical specifications, drawings, and quality assurance plans, maintaining meticulous financial control.
• Client billing as well vendor bill processing as per PO.
• Preparation and initiation of various approvals related to project.
• Successfully led the erection of various equipment (Static & Rotary), ensuring meticulous alignment checks before commissioning.
• Showcased precision and attention to detail, seamless plant commissioning.
• Maintained accurate project documentation, including progress reports, change orders, meeting minutes, and relevant records.
• Ensured timely completion of post-project tasks, including documentation and handover processes, guaranteeing seamless project closure.
• Responsible for entire project starting from tendering to PG test and handing over.
• Oversaw the entire tendering process for construction projects, from document preparation to bid evaluation.
• Collaborated closely with the project team to develop comprehensive bid proposals, incorporating competitive pricing, technical specifications, and realistic timelines.
• Conducted thorough market research, analyzing potential opportunities, competitive pricing, and industry trends.
• Developed effective bidding strategies, enhancing the overall tendering process.
• Evaluated competitor offerings and market benchmarks to ensure competitive and compelling bids.

• One-month training in NEELANCHAL ISPAT NIGAM LIMITED.
• One-month training in PATNAIK MINERALS PVT.LTD (Steel Division).
• One-month training in PRO-E & CNC MACHINE in CTTC

• Tata Consulting Engineers Limited, 10/18/23, Present, Engineering Consultant providing Concept to Commissioning services, Equipment Engineer (PMCBU), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd, Setting up of Integrated 2G and 1G Bio-Ethanol Refinery at Bargarh, Odisha, 1700 Crores (Approx.)
• Engineering Projects India Ltd., 02/17/16, 10/17/23, Industrial Construction & Contracting Services, Manager GR-I (Technical), IREL (India) Limited, Bhabha Atomic Research Center (BARC) and Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), Procurement, Supply, Construction, Erection and Commissioning On LSTK Basis for Rare Earth Permanent Magnet (REPM) Plant, 165 Crores (Approx.), Steel Authority of India Limited, Augmentation of Raw Material Receipts & Handling facilities with New OHP part-B (Pkg- 061), 1000 Crores (Approx.), Steel Authority of India Limited, Augmentation of Fuel & Flux Crushing Facilities (Pkg-064), 1000 Crores (Approx.)
• Retail Infra Projects, 08/07/14, 02/15/16, Mechanical Construction (Steel Structure), Mechanical Engineer, Flat 104 at Shivani Residency, Plot no. - 1429/4837, Patia, Bhubaneswar, 751024, India
• Sree Metaliks Ltd., 08/01/13, 08/02/14, 0.6 MTPA Pellet Plant, Assistant Engineer (Maintenance)
• Raj Technical Services, 08/01/12, 07/27/13, Architects & Engineering Consultant, Engineer