Job Description

, India
Job Family Group: Projects
Worker Type: Regular
Posting Start Date: April 24, 2025
Business unit: Projects and Technology
Experience Level: Early Careers
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Whats the role
The Project Controls Engineer (PCE) implements overall project controls direction through application of systems and methods for estimate development, cost control, planning and reporting, progress measurement, schedule development/control and management of change and closeout activities. PCE has capability to execute the technical tasks as well as lead contractors in doing them. In addition to technical ability, a PCE should demonstrate sound communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills. We build assets for all of Shells businesses (Upstream, Integrated Gas, Renewables and Energy Solutions, and Downstream), including in the Growth areas, such as offshore wind, renewable natural gas and biofuels.
What youll be doing

• Provide overall project cost, schedule, estimating, progress measurement, and change management leadership and expertise.
• Manage Project Cost and Schedule throughout the project life cycle
• Fully understand the scope of the project, contractual requirements, identify the major milestones and set clear priorities for the project team
• Lead the cost and schedule estimates for various Gate reviews and participate in the preparation of Gate packages
• Mentor associate project controls engineers and ensure the technical quality and timeliness of work
• Serve as a link to the Project Services Common Skill Center organization; gain alignment for support and approval of key deliverables (i.e. Estimates Development Plans, Estimates, etc.)
• Develop and maintain the Project Controls related plans and procedures
• Ensure implementation of the stewardship process identify and champion process improvements
• Participate in kick-offs and ongoing meetings with the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor(s) to ensure common understanding of project controls requirements
• Participate in gathering and recording lessons learned for the project
• Serve as the budget custodian, lead financial close-out of the project and participate in other project close-out activities
• Stewards Project cost/schedule with ongoing project analysis, reporting, forecasting, budgeting and Change Management
• Coordinate the collecting, analyzing, and reporting of project cost and schedule control information to ensure overall project status is assessed, potential problem areas are identified
• Analyze trends, prepare forecasts, opportunities and vulnerabilities
• Administer the project change control process and communicate implication of changes. Steward the overall Change Management process
• Monitoring and appraising the performance of the Contractor(s) in the areas of cost control, progress measurement and control
• Ensure that proper and effective project control measures are executed by the Contractor
• Review and endorse the plans and procedures developed by the contractor. Ensure implementation of the same.
• Review and endorse progress and cost/schedule baselines and forecast prepared by contractors
• Analyze cost/schedule and progress reports and trends developed by contractor
• Review cost bases of contractor's Change Proposals / Orders Assist in developing/reviewing cost corrective actions and recovery plans, and making sure needed actions/plans are implemented
• Identify and assess project risks, including technical, financial, and operational risks.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation plans to minimize project disruptions.
• Look after financial and technical closeouts of capex/portfolio projects which includes As-Builts, EDR, WBS closure & assurance check.
• The role primarily involves remote support to the Project control of upstream, downstream, etcxe2x80xa6operating units/sites.
• Develop cost and schedule estimates to support opportunity assessments, Project funding, Project reviews, and ad hoc requests.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technologist Degree and/or Certification as a Project controls Engineer or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years projects/EPC experience in refinery or petrochemical industry experience in project controls.
• Experience in Cost Engineering, estimation, planning, risk and scheduling knowledge in portfolio/capital projects
• Works effectively in a Team environment and build consensus & Customer focus.
• Working knowledge of a broad range of Project Controls systems, tools, and practices specifically in Oil & Gas industry.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally as per business needs
• Upon business requirements must work on the different shifts
• Strong leadership, communication, report-writing, and presentation skills.
• Skill in PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SAP, Ecosys.
• Background in Oil and Gas maintenance and operations is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills
• Preferred experience in following tools: P6, Ecosys, PowerBI, Aspen, Tableau & Easy Risk
• Preferred accreditation in PMP, CCP, etc.

What we offer
You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. Youll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. Youll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together.
• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead.
• Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise.
• Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself.
• Join an organisation working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply.
• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and
• international teams.
• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programmes.

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An Inclusive & Progressive Place to Work

• To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways were nurturing an inclusive environment one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.
• Were creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and well take it from there.
• Were closing the gender gap whether thats through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
• Were striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

Shell in India
Shell is a diversified energy company in India with 13,000 employees, and presence in Integrated Gas, Downstream, Power, Renewable and Upstream. Additionally, we have deep capabilities in R&D, digitalisation, and business operations.
Our global strategy, Powering Progress, is designed to generate value for our shareholders, customers, and the wider society, and focuses on creating more value with less emissions. The strategy supports our purpose of providing more and cleaner energy solutions, with the aim of profitably transforming Shell into a net-zero emissions energy business by 2050. As India moves towards its target of net-zero emissions by 2070, Shell India aims to play a leading role in securing vital energy for today, while investing in, and helping to build, the energy system of the future through strategic investments in the country.
Our Lubricants business serves over 50,000 consumers through a strong network of over 200 distributors, and operates an end-to-end value chain that spans conceptualization, development, and production at a world-class blending plant at Taloja. Through our 350-plus retail stations, we offer an integrated mobility experience including fuels, cafes, and convenience stores, with a prominent network of EV recharging facilities.
Shell owns and operates a LNG re-gasification terminal at Hazira, Surat, with a capacity of 5 MTPA and a LNG truck-loading unit that plays a crucial role in helping meet Indias growing demand for gas across sectors. In 2022, Shell acquired Sprng Energy in a $1.55 billion deal to build an integrated energy transition business in the country. Sprng is a leading renewable energy company in India which develops and manages solar, wind, and hybrid power generation facilities and infrastructure.
Our three capability centres across Bangalore and Chennai serve as a technology and innovation powerhouse for Shell globally, working as a delivery engine for core technical, digital, and finance processes: pioneering digital innovation and cutting-edge technologies across the energy sector. We also have strong academic partnerships and collaborations with leading universities and technology institutes to accelerate decarbonization efforts within the energy sector.
We are committed to positively contributing to the communities in which we operate through programmes on STEM Education, Skilling, and Livelihood across India. We nurture and invest in startups developing initiatives focused on accelerating energy innovation through programs such as Shell E4 and Shell Eco-marathon. We also have strategic investments in new energy companies such as Husk Power, d.light, Orb Energy, and Cleantech Solar.
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