Jason Mitchell
About Jason Mitchell
Jason Mitchell is a Senior Technical Project Manager at BLUE ORIGIN with a background in structural engineering and extensive experience in project management.
Current Role at Blue Origin
Jason Mitchell serves as a Senior Technical Project Manager at Blue Origin since 2019. He is based in the Orlando, Florida area. In this role, he leads projects like the Integration Facility and Water Tower systems at Launch Complex 36. His responsibilities include managing project timelines, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that each project phase meets the predefined specifications and standards. His background in structural engineering significantly supports his capability to manage such intricate projects.
Previous Experience at WSP USA
Before joining Blue Origin, Jason worked as a Project Manager at WSP USA from 2018 to 2019. His tenure lasted for one year in the Greater Denver Area. In this position, he was responsible for overseeing various projects, ensuring they adhered to client requirements and were delivered on time and within budget. This role helped him further hone his project management skills and deepen his understanding of the industry.
Career at Parsons Corporation
Jason Mitchell has an extensive work history with Parsons Corporation, where he served in multiple roles. From 2017 to 2018, he worked as a Project Manager - Security in Abu Dhabi, UAE, for 11 months. Prior to this, he was a Project Engineer from 2012 to 2017, also in Abu Dhabi. He started his career at Parsons as an Assistant Construction Manager from 2011 to 2012 in Memphis, Tennessee, and earlier as a Student Consultant in 2011 for 4 months in Durham, North Carolina. His roles at Parsons allowed him to gain valuable experience in project management, consulting, and engineering, contributing significantly to his professional growth.
Academic Background
Jason Mitchell earned his Master’s degree in Engineering Management from Duke University, where he studied from 2010 to 2011. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering from the same institution, completed from 2006 to 2010. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his career in project management and structural engineering.
Early Career and Research
Jason's early career involved working as a Research Assistant at Duke University from 2009 to 2010. This one-year period involved conducting research, which likely contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of engineering principles. These early experiences helped him transition into more significant roles in project management and engineering later in his career.