Ritam Ghosh
Impact-driven consultant with ~6 years’ experience advising top energy and EPC clients on market dynamics, engineering design, and process optimization—enabling multi-billion-dollar strategies in refining, petrochemicals, clean energy, and infrastructure. Recognized for impact and leadership with S&P Global Kudos, 8× Bechtel LeadeR+ Awards, and national merit scholarships.
Work Experience:
5.8 Years
Industry:
Consulting | Energy & Utilities | Manufacturing & Engineering
Function:
Business Development | Consulting & Strategy | Engineering & Maintenance
Work Experience
S&P Global | Gurgaon
- Consultant - Oil Markets, Midstream and Downstream
- Led long-term global outlooks and monthly forecasts for 30+ crude and refined products across US, NWE, MED, and asia—integrated supply-demand, pricing, and freight analysis with expert input to guide multi-billion-dollar capex planning and commercial strategy for a leading Middle Eastern refinery.
- Supported end-to-end business development for a key Middle Eastern client—reviewed RFPs, drafted proposals, and managed contracting—securing ~$1M in new contracts and driving account growth and client retention.
- Designed and implemented a tool to calculate, visualize, and compare margins for 30+ refined products across 4 markets—enabling a top Middle Eastern refinery to target high-margin opportunities.
- Conducted global lubricants market analysis across 8 regions benchmarked 4 competitors and prioritized high-growth geographies to shape go-to-market strategy for a top oil major.
- Mapped defense sector dynamics across 15 global markets—analyzed budgets, procurement priorities, and regional growth signals to identify priority regions for a global EPC client’s entry strategy.
- Conducted market assessment of 3 process equipment categories (heat exchangers, pumps, vessels)—analyzed supply- demand, lead times, and vendor landscape to shape procurement strategy for a multibillion-dollar EPC project.
Bechtel Corporation | Gurgaon
- Process Engineer (Graduate Engineer Trainee → Engineer I → Engineer II)
- Collaborated with global engineering teams on 4 megaprojects (GTL, LNG, petrochemicals) for Fortune 500 clients—delivered zero-defect engineering packages (PFDs, P&IDs, datasheets, hydraulics) 100% on time, enabling accurate cost estimation for multi-billion-dollar investments.
- Developed strategic technical dossiers on CCS, Biomass-to-Fuels, and Petrochemicals—enhancing market readiness and positioning for future energy transition projects.
- Evaluated EPC growth potential in India’s refining sector—leveraged market insights and expert input to highlight priority opportunities for senior leadership’s bidding strategy.
- Supported bid development for multi-million-dollar LNG regasification project in Southeast Asia—analyzed RFPs, mapped key systems and equipment, and scoped engineering effort to estimate billable hours.
- Redesigned steam pipeline insulation for a top Indian refinery and conducted a cost-benefit analysis—comparing capex with energy savings to estimate ROI and guide investment decisions.
- Optimized expansion plans for petrochemical units as part of a top Indian refinery’s multi-billion-dollar strategic shift from fuels to chemicals future-proofing operations and strengthening long-term margins.
Accomplishments
- S&P Global Kudos 2023: Recognized by a key EPC client for exceptional contribution to their strategic evaluation of entry into the defense sector.
- Bechtel LeadeR+ Award (8×), 2019–22: Recognized for zero-defect, on-time delivery and cross-functional leadership on multi-billion-dollar global energy projects.
- Bechtel Personal Performance Award, 2021: Ranked in the top 20% globally for outstanding cross-project contributions.
- Merit Scholar, Panjab University, 2015–19: Awarded full-tuition scholarship (₹2.87L); granted to ~2% of students for consistent academic excellence.
- Golden Jubilee Scholar, IIChE–NRC, 2017–18: National award (₹20K) for academic merit, leadership, and extracurricular distinction in chemical engineering.
- Amrit Kaur Scholar, Panjab University, 2016–17: One of three students university-wide awarded ₹20K for academic excellence.
- Class of 1969 Scholar, Panjab University, 2017–18: One of three students university-wide awarded ₹20K for academic merit.
- Letter of Excellence, AZeotropy, IIT Bombay, 2016: Ranked among the top 10 Campus Ambassadors nationally for outreach performance.
- Certificate of Excellence, Panjab University, 2015: Recognized for representing the university and winning accolades at national events.
- Certificate of Merit, BASF–IIT Industrial Visit Quiz, 2015: National finalist; won an all-expense-paid visit to BASF’s Mumbai facility.
Education
- BE (Chemical Engineering) Dr SSBUICET, Panjab University, Chandigarh
Certification
- Economics of Energy Transition, TU Delft – edX
- Climate Change: Carbon Capture and Storage, The University of Edinburgh – edX
- Sustainable Energy: Design a Renewable Future, TU Delft – edX
- Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change, University of Chicago – Coursera
- Data Science for Engineers, IIT M – NPTEL
- Inspirational Leadership: Leading with Sense, HEC Paris - Coursera
- Pre-MBA Statistics, IIM Ahmedabad - Coursera
- Excel Skills for Business: Advanced, Macquarie University - Coursera
Extra-curricular
- Member, Consulting Newsletter, S&P Global: Collaborated with project leads to compile concise project summaries for the Consulting Head’s monthly newsletter, circulated firm-wide to highlight high-impact client engagements.
- One-on-One Mentorship, S&P Global: Mentored by the Head of Oil Markets, Midstream & Downstream; developed expertise in market analysis, price forecasting, and global oil dynamics through case discussions and hands-on guidance.
- Delegate, Activity Committee Meet, Center for Hydrocarbon Technology: Represented S&P Global in high-level discussions on energy sector digitization with senior industry leaders and policymakers.
- One-on-One Mentorship, Bechtel: Received structured mentorship from the GM of Energy Transition; gained strategic and operational insights into renewable EPC projects.
- Student Head, Placement Cell, Panjab University: Led a 6-member team to manage placements for 102 final-year students.