The experienced professionals driving PJB Engineers forward
Chairman
Chairman & Managing Director, PJB Group
A visionary entrepreneur with over forty years of distinguished experience in infrastructure development, Mr. Baby Joseph steers the strategic trajectory of the PJB Group. His extensive expertise spans the execution of complex, large-scale infrastructure assets and resource-driven projects across diverse geographies in India. Driven by an uncompromising commitment to operational excellence, corporate ethics, and core values, he has successfully cemented PJB Engineers’ position as a trusted market leader.
A champion of deep-tech and industrial innovation, Mr. Joseph’s leadership extends beyond infrastructure. He is the Chairman and Co-founder of Shelcel Biozeen Technologies Private Limited (Biozeen), an advanced upstream biotechnology enterprise headquartered in Bengaluru, and has previously served as a Director at Sartorius India Private Limited (a subsidiary of Germany’s multinational giant, Sartorius AG).
At the helm of PJB Group, Mr. Joseph focuses on engineering sustainable growth roadmaps, driving consistent financial performance, and cultivating high-value client alliances built on total transparency. True to his holistic leadership style, he actively directs the Group’s social impact initiatives, ensuring that corporate growth goes hand-in-hand with meaningful community development.
Vice President – Technology & Projects
35+ years leading PJB's transportation and bridges division; began his career as an engineer with Indian Railways.
Commended by Govt. of Karnataka & IEI
As Vice President of Technology & Projects, Mr. Varghese oversees all business unit operations at PJB Engineers, driving strategic growth through advanced technology adoption and engineering innovation. Holding a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering and bringing over 35 years of professional expertise, he forms the backbone of PJB’s transportation division, specializing in bridges and complex structural assets.
Mr. Varghese began his career as an engineer with Indian Railways before joining PJB to pioneer high-impact infrastructure advancements. His technical and commercial acumen has been instrumental in delivering several of Bengaluru’s iconic transit landmarks, including the BEL Circle Grade-Separated Junction, Rajajinagar Flyover, ORR Nagawara Junction Flyover, Doddanekundi Junction Grade Separator, and the Manyata Tech Park flyovers.
Highly decorated for his contributions to the transport sector, his excellence has been recognized with accolades from the Government of Karnataka and the Institution of Engineers (India). Beyond project delivery, he brings a comprehensive perspective balancing commercial viability with environmental sustainability, and serves as the Chair of PJB’s young employee mentorship program, actively shaping the next generation of engineering talent.
Chief Projects Officer
Directs PJB's transportation portfolio; global project experience across Canada, Qatar, and the UAE, including Yas Island and the Qatar-Bahrain Causeway.
As Chief Projects Officer, Mr. George directs the strategic execution and operational management of PJB Engineers’ comprehensive transportation portfolio, including high-speed railways, national highways, and complex bridge networks. A highly accomplished Civil Engineer, he anchors PJB's technical delivery by blending advanced structural design principles with robust project management frameworks. His leadership ensures that massive, logistically demanding transit initiatives are executed with precision, strict quality controls, and optimal resource allocation across all project phases.
With an exceptional track record of delivering large-scale, multi-billion-dollar infrastructure systems, Mr. George excels at coordinating cross-functional engineering teams from early-stage conceptual planning through to final construction commissioning. Prior to joining PJB Engineers, he spent years collaborating with globally renowned Fortune 500 engineering consultancies, including Jacobs and Hatch. Through these tenures, he accumulated valuable international exposure and managed high-stakes asset delivery across Canada, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.
His formidable global portfolio includes contributions to world-renowned landmarks and mega-projects, such as Yas Island, the Ferrari World complex, the Yas Marina F1 Circuit, the Shahama–Saadiyat Highway, and the strategic Qatar-Bahrain Causeway Highway. This extensive international experience enables him to introduce cutting-edge methodologies and highly innovative structural solutions to regional infrastructure development.
Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a Master’s degree in Transportation and Construction Management from the University of Toronto, Mr. George is an active member of both the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the Project Management Institute (PMI). He remains deeply committed to advancing sustainable engineering practices that yield long-term socio-economic value for clients.
Technical Advisor
35 years with the Government of Karnataka, culminating as Technical Director and Chief Engineer at Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL).
A distinguished civil engineering authority, Mr. C. Venugopal brings decades of exceptional public and private sector expertise to PJB Engineers Pvt. Ltd. He holds a postgraduate degree in Civil Engineering from Bangalore University and offers unrivaled technical wisdom derived from a prominent 35-year career with the Government of Karnataka, culminating in his tenure as Technical Director and Chief Engineer at Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL).
Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Venugopal has masterfully engineered highly complex infrastructure assets under both EPC and traditional contracts. His specialized capabilities span the design of major hydro and thermal powerhouses, cross-country water lifelines, massive embankments, barrages, and advanced rail transport systems featuring specialized signaling and permanent ways.
As Technical Advisor, Mr. Venugopal serves as PJB’s premier engineering strategist. His profound domain knowledge, deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, and extensive leadership background provide the vital technical governance and strategic direction required to safely execute the company’s most challenging, large-scale infrastructure assignments.
Ready to bring your infrastructure project to life? Our leadership team is here to help.