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Shaffi Vallina Kunnil

Yanbu

Summary

Results-driven Cost Engineer with 10 years of experience in budgeting, planning, and cost analysis, driving organizational strategic planning through data-driven insights and financial expertise. Proven track record of delivering accurate cost forecasts, identifying areas for cost optimization, and providing actionable recommendations to support informed decision-making and business growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Cost Engineer

SARCO (Aramco - OSS Contract)
09.2019 - Current
  • Developed and managed business plans, mid-year, and year-end accountability reports, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and outlining operational deliverables, manpower requirements, and capital budgets.
  • Monitored and analyzed divisional Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Value-Based Units (VBUs), proactively identifying and addressing performance variances.
  • Prepared monthly and quarterly performance reviews (QBRs), ensuring data accuracy and consistency across reports and presentations, including LOIs, MIS, variance analysis, and invoice tracking.
  • Contributed to effective financial planning by reallocating budgets to accommodate unplanned activities and optimize resource allocation.
  • Utilized forecasting, schedule review, and cost control best practices to analyze divisional variances and improve financial performance.
  • Tracked and monitored ongoing projects, providing support for cost estimation and expense review, particularly for major renovation projects.
  • Conducted in-depth financial and operational data analysis to support internal reporting, decision-making, and cost control efforts.
  • Provided support to the division through presentation creation, knowledge sharing, onboarding, invoice processing, material handling, and leased vehicle management.

Cost Analyst

Dar Al Akeeli (Aramco – Yanbu GS Contract)
03.2015 - 08.2019
  • Forecasted financial projections, reviewed proposed schedules, implemented best practices, performed cost control, analyzed variances, and prepared Single Business Plans to support operational efficiency.
  • Developed daily work plans and manpower planning to optimize team productivity and resource allocation.
  • Prepared Mid-Year and Year-End Accountability Reports to evaluate performance and ensure compliance.
  • Conducted NDE Variance Analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
  • Managed Invoices Accrual processes, ensuring accurate financial tracking and timely payments.
  • Generated Employee Paid Allowance Reports to maintain payroll accuracy and employee satisfaction.
  • Provided regular updates on project status, including progress tracking and milestone reporting.
  • Created and delivered Overview, Mid-Year, and Year-End Presentations to stakeholders for strategic decision-making.
  • Delivered key contributions in developing contracts, budgets, operating plans, recreational activities, and various other initiatives, resulting in improved organizational processes and team collaboration.

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - undefined

Anna University
Chennai

Higher Secondary Education - undefined

Tamandu State Board

Skills

  • Budgeting and Financial Planning
  • Cost Analysis and Optimization
  • Data-Driven Performance Tracking
  • Project Management and Monitoring
  • Strategic Forecasting and Scheduling
  • SAP System Proficiency
  • Data Analysis and Insights
  • Presentation and Communication Skills

Languages

English: Professional Fluency
Malayalam: Native Speaker
Tamil: Professional Fluency
Hindi: Conversational Ability
Arabic: Conversational Ability

References

Salim, Bashekail, Manager, salim.bashekail@aramco.com, 014-397-3900, Yanbu community Services Division, Yanbu, Saudi Arabia

Accomplishments

Continually received appraisal certificate for my contribution

Timeline

Cost Engineer

SARCO (Aramco - OSS Contract)
09.2019 - Current

Cost Analyst

Dar Al Akeeli (Aramco – Yanbu GS Contract)
03.2015 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - undefined

Anna University

Higher Secondary Education - undefined

Tamandu State Board

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