Basil Girjis
About Basil Girjis
Basil Girjis is a Critical Facility Manager with extensive experience in engineering and project management. He currently serves as Chief Engineer at PAE in Baghdad and has held various roles in organizations such as Amentum, DynCorp International, and GE Oil & Gas.
Work at Amentum
Basil Girjis has served as a Critical Facility Manager at Amentum since 2020. He is based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, where he has focused on managing critical facilities. His role involves overseeing operations and ensuring that facilities meet the required standards for safety and efficiency. Girjis has contributed to significant projects, including the development of a comprehensive capital expenditure (CAPEX) list aimed at improving utility departments.
Current Role at PAE
Since 2021, Basil Girjis has held the position of Chief Engineer at PAE, working at the Baghdad Diplomatic Support Center (BDSC) in Iraq. In this role, he is responsible for engineering operations and facility management, ensuring that the center operates effectively and meets the needs of its users. His experience in critical facility management is integral to his current responsibilities.
Previous Experience in Facility Management
Basil Girjis has extensive experience in facility management across various organizations. He worked as a Senior Advisor for Construction Procurement and Budget at DynCorp International LLC from 2018 to 2020 in Kabul, Afghanistan. Prior to that, he served as a Mechanical Engineer and Facility Manager at Vectrus System Corporation in Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, and at Louis Berger Services in Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait. His roles have involved overseeing engineering projects and managing facility operations.
Educational Background
Basil Girjis studied at Franklin University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from 1983 to 1986. He also completed an Associate of Science (AS) in Computer Programming from the same institution between 1983 and 1985. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in engineering and facility management.
Project Management Experience
Basil Girjis has a robust background in project management, having worked in various capacities throughout his career. He served as a Lead Project Manager at GE Oil & Gas for eight months in 2013 and as a Project Manager at FMC Technologies from 2014 to 2016. His experience includes developing statements of work (SOWs) and managing significant projects, such as a forthcoming $2.5 million hospital project.