Mr. Benoie Mathew | Smart City | Best Researcher Award
Mr. Benoie Mathew, University of Petroleum & Energy Studies, India
Benoie Mathew is a seasoned project management expert with over 25 years of experience, excelling in high-value projects across diverse sectors such as oil, gas, renewables, and enhanced oil recovery. Currently a part-time Ph.D. researcher at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, he is focusing on a thesis about a People-Centric Governance Model for Smart Cities. Benoie has effectively managed projects valued up to USD 1.3 billion and has demonstrated exceptional leadership in major enterprises like Petroleum Development Oman and Saudi Aramco. He specializes in the complete project lifecycle, from initial conceptualization through to execution, commissioning, and handover, with a keen focus on stakeholder management, CAPEX control, and risk mitigation. His notable accomplishments include pioneering the world’s first commercial produced water treatment wetland and securing numerous awards for sustainable project innovations.
Publication profile
Education
Ph.D. Researcher in Management (Part-Time) – University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, India (2022-Present)
MBA – University of Bedfordshire, UK (2021)
Executive Program in Financial Risk & Investment Management – IIM Calcutta (2012)
B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engineering – University of Calicut, India (1999)
Certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI, USA (2007)
Technical Authority (TA-2) for Project Management – PDO, Oman (2014)
Shell Certified SPA-1 (GPES Level 1A) – SHELL (2015)
Work Experience
General Manager – Oman Metal Industries / ENFAB Intl (Feb 2024 – Present)
Oversaw company operations, led team initiatives, managed client relationships, and ensured adherence to industry standards.
Portfolio Project Manager – North Rumaila, West Qurna (Mar 2022 – Jan 2024)
Managed a portfolio of projects focusing on gas fields, increasing operational efficiency, and capital optimization.
Front-end Development Manager & Project Delivery Manager – Petroleum Development Oman (Aug 2009 – Nov 2021)
Led projects through conceptual phases to execution, contributing to significant CAPEX savings and pioneering sustainable projects like the Nimr Reed Bed.
Awards & Recognitions
Gold Winner – PDO’s Chairman’s Award for Excellence for the Flare Recovery Project (2013)
Best EPC Contractor – Saudi Aramco (2007)
MEED Quality Awards – Sustainable Project of the Year for Nimr Reed Bed Project (2012)
Technology Innovation Award – Frost & Sullivan (2012)
Research Focus
🌍 Dr. B.P. Mathew is a seasoned researcher in the fields of environmental engineering and sustainable resource management. His notable work includes innovative produced water management techniques and projects focused on air quality improvement. At the 2014 SPE Middle East Health, Safety, Environment, and Sustainable Development Conference, he presented significant studies on produced water management and integrated AP flare recovery, underscoring his commitment to enhancing environmental practices in oil field operations. Dr. Mathew’s research is pivotal in promoting sustainable practices and environmental stewardship in the petroleum industry, reflecting a strong emphasis on ecological preservation and resource efficiency. 💧🌱