Manish Kumar Modi

Manish Kumar Modi

12 Years 8 Months Overall Experience
Seasoned Energy Industry Professional with over 12 years of experience in the Engineering and Project Management function driving projects across the Globe. Expertise in Operations Excellence, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning, and Digital Transformation. Recognized for excellence in managing high-stakes projects globally, with a passion for embracing transformative technologies to drive sustainable growth.

Functional Areas

           

Education

IIM Indore
MBA

2024-2025

Delhi College of Engineering
B.E (Mechanical Engineering)

2006-2010

Accomplishment

National Semi-Finalist
Tata Imagination Challenge

2024

Award for leadership
Awarded by the McDermott MD for exemplary leadership
R&R Cheers to Peers Award
Recognized in the yearly R&R “Cheers to Peers” award for commendable contributions
Annual Performance Review
Consistent outstanding rating in Annual Performance Review
Trekking
Successfully trekked a 45 km hike to Sandakphu, the highest point in West Bengal
Award for scholarship
Awarded a merit-based scholarship throughout high school
Organizing Committee Member
Integral member of the organizing committee for the tech fest at the undergraduate college level

Certification

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (KPMG)
Certified in process improvement and quality management techniques

2024

AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials
Certified in foundational AWS cloud concepts and services

2024

Generative AI
Introduction to Generative AI

2024

Experience

McDermott International Inc.

1 Year 4 Months

Project Engineer

Nov'22 - Mar'24

  • Awarded by the McDermott MD for exemplary leadership and successful execution of a Greenfield project in Australia worth $ 500 Million
  • Saved Rs. 3 Cr in material cost, by successfully negotiating and expediting Critical equipment with the vendor and also ensuring timely delivery
  • Led cross-functional automation initiatives, reducing project turnaround time by 20% and man-hours by 30% with AI-driven tools
  • Liaised with clients for review and approvals at key milestones, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and technology-driven outcomes
  • Avoided potential delays by upto 40% by conducting regular progress reviews, identifying bottlenecks early and fostering close collaboration
  • Iteratively developed project schedules to align with milestones and resource estimates, and monitored & controlled timelines and budgets
Technip Energies

3 Years 9 Months

Principal Engineer

Apr'19 - Nov'22

  • Led a team of 15+ engineers on IOCL’s PTA project, overseeing engineering activities, stakeholder management, and project delivery timelines
  • Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives, reducing person-hours by 30% and yielding annual savings of Rs 50 lakhs through automated tools
  • Reduced review time by 40% by monitoring progress and standardizing drawing formats across 12+ vendors overseeing 400+ equipment
  • Analyzed 12 modules and optimized transportation support to reduce high-cost welding activities in the U.S by 25% for ExxonMobil project
  • Led critical model review sessions (30%, 60%, 90%) with clients, skilfully resolving conflicts, integrating stakeholder feedback, and ensuring design adherence for seamless execution and successful project outcomes through cross-functional collaboration
  • Achieved 30% reduction in modular analysis time by developing automated tool, recognized by Houston office for improving project efficiency
  • Integral team member in initiating a cloud-based Citrix platform, managing virtual desktops and deploying essential engineering software to ensure seamless remote work, consistent performance, and accessibility across the organization during the COVID-19 pandemic
Bechtel India Private Limited

2 Years 6 Months

Engineer

Sep'15 - Mar'18

  • Saved Rs.40 lakhs in UAE’s first Alumina Refinery by strategically optimizing piping network design, demonstrating strong problem-solving capabilities and data-driven decision-making- Received award from Bechtel’s MD
  • Led requisition and technical bid evaluations for 15+ distinct engg. items, ensuring the selection of optimal vendors & driving project efficiency
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to integrate technology solutions that supported project objectives and minimized costs
Technip India Limited

5 Years 1 Month

Senior Engineer

Aug'10 - Sep'15

  • Led the RFI response process for Reliance project, managing over 2,000 technical queries & ensuring timely resolutions to maintain momentum
  • Spearheaded the development and implementation of a customized mentorship program for Graduate Engineer Trainees, focusing on leadership development and aligning talent with strategic functional roles to optimize team performance
  • Led engineering initiatives, resolved complex technical queries, managed design modifications, and facilitated cross-departmental conflict resolution across piping, civil, process, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines, ensuring seamless project execution and collaboration
  • Enhanced on-site efficiency at the CDU/VDU unit at MRPL by over 30% through meticulous monitoring and analysis of daily activities conducted by a workforce of 100+ site workers, driving improvements in planning, execution, and fabrication processes