Benoie Mathew | Smart City | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Benoie Mathew | Smart City | Best Researcher Award

Benoie Mathew at University of Petroleum & Energy Studies, India 

Summary:

Mr. Benoie Mathew is a seasoned project management professional with extensive experience in the energy sector, particularly with Petroleum Development Oman – Shell. He holds advanced degrees and certifications in management, business administration, and engineering. Currently serving as General Manager at Oman Metal Industries / ENFAB Intl, Mr. Mathew is committed to driving innovation and excellence in project delivery and operations. He has been recognized for his contributions to sustainable project development and has presented at various international conferences.

Profile:

Education:

Mr. Benoie Mathew is currently a Ph.D. researcher (part-time) in Management at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, India (since 2022). He holds a Master’s in Business Administration with Commendation from the University of Bedfordshire, UK (2021). He completed an Executive Programme in Financial Risk & Investment Management from the Indian Institute of Management – Calcutta (IIM-C) in 2012 and earned a B.Tech. in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from the University of Calicut, India (1999).

Professional Experience:

As of February 2024, Mr. Mathew serves as the General Manager at Oman Metal Industries / ENFAB Intl, where he oversees company operations, ensures the delivery of innovative technology solutions, and drives business expansion. His responsibilities span leadership and management, operational oversight, client relations, financial management, strategic planning, technology and innovation, HSE & quality assurance, human resources, sales and marketing, and risk management.

From March 2022 to January 2024, he worked as the Portfolio Project Manager for North Rumaila – West Qurna, where he strategized gas fields portfolio projects, managed project lifecycles, and ensured compliance with governance and project execution standards. He has extensive experience in leading complex projects, utilizing tools like Primavera and SAP Finance, and managing relationships with contractors and stakeholders.

Previously, Mr. Mathew spent over a decade with Petroleum Development Oman – Shell (August 2009 to November 2021) as the Front-end Development Manager & Project Delivery Manager. He collaborated with internal stakeholders and shareholders, managed contracts, delivered technical assurance, and implemented the world’s first economically viable wetland produced water treatment facility. He led significant projects such as the Marmul Polymer phase 3 and Nimr Reed Bed Project.

Research Interests:

Mr. Mathew’s research interests include project management, financial risk management, and innovative technology solutions in the energy sector. He is dedicated to advancing methodologies for project delivery, strategic planning, and operational efficiency.

Awards & Recognitions:

  • Oil South Engineering Silver Award (2021)
  • Oil South Director Award (2016)
  • Engineering & Operations Director Award (2015)
  • Gold winner of PDO’s Chairman’s Award for Excellence (2013)
  • International recognitions for the Nimr Reed Bed Project such as the Oman Green Awards (2013) and MEED Quality Awards (2012).

Certifications:

  • Shell Certified SPA-1 (GPES Level 1A, 2015)
  • Technical Authority (TA-2) for Project Management (PDO, 2014)
  • Contract Holder Certification Scheme (PDO, 2010)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP, PMI, USA, 2007)

Conference Presenter & Discussion Panel:

Mr. Mathew has presented at numerous conferences, including:

  • SPE Middle East HSSE Development Conference & Exhibition (2014, Qatar)
  • IQPC’s Water Management in Oil & Gas Summit (2014, UAE)
  • Project Management Institute – Arabian Gulf Chapter (PMI-AGC, 2013, Oman)
  • SPE Applied Technology Workshop (2012, Kuwait)

 

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