Senior Project Manager in Chemical/Oil & Gas

Location:

Kenner, LA

Posted:

November 25, 2025

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Ajay K. Jain

** **** ****

Saint Rose, LA *****

337-***-**** (Cell)

Senior Project Manger

EDUCATION

B.S. Chemical Engineering/ University of North Dakota University/1983

B.S./ BS Applied Math / University of North Dakota/ 1983

Registration/Certification

Shell TA2 certified

OVERVIEW

Project Professional, with over 40 years of experience in the Chemical, Oil / Gas, and Food Processing Industry. During the span of career, have held various roles managing projects in all phases of execution as a Project Engineer, and Sr. Project Manager. I Have executed projects that focus on risk-based, project delivery resulting in efficient project execution with proper stakeholder alignment and support. Have vast experience in delivering construction deliverables following Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) construction-based engineering principles. Have in depth knowledge of effective front-end development and experience in oversite on reviewing and approving technical deliverables.

EXPERIENCE

Bunge North America (Mar. 2024- Aug. 2025)

Completed construction of $570 mln. World largest SPC (Soya Protein Concentrate) and TSPC (Texturized Soya Protein Concentrate) plant. The product to be used to manufacture and support meat substitute food in market.

Lead multifunctional team in engineering and construction.

Shell Oil US (Oct. 2007 – Mar. 2024)

Senior Project Manger

Have developed and implemented projects which includes several projects ranging from $5 mln. to $700 million. I have executed over a $1 Bln. Projects at Shell.

Lead cross-functional teams in the delivery of small, and large-scale projects. Consistently meeting complex project goals and customer expectations from front end development to start-up.

Implemented Shell project Assurance and Project process and standards to minimize risks, improve efficiency, and assure “fit for purpose” execution plan to improve project delivery and adaptability to changing business needs.

Collaborated with stakeholders to define project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.

Conducted risk assessment and implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize project risks.

Developed project plans, schedules, and budget in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Monitored project progress and provided regular updates to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project objectives.

Led project team meetings, fostering collaboration and resolving conflicts to keep projects on track.

Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, providing guidance, support, and motivation to team members.

Developed construction packages using Advanced Work Packaging to aid in efficient field construction.

Lead all contracts and clarifications with engineering, constructions and equipment vendors for projects.

Sasol North America (1989-2007)

Have developed and implemented projects which includes several projects ranging from $5 mln. to $50 million. I have executed over a $750 mln. Projects at Sasol.