Bevin Van Gilder
About Bevin Van Gilder
Bevin Van Gilder is the Lower Carbon Director at Chevron in Houston, Texas, with extensive experience in various roles within the company and a background in Petroleum Engineering and Business Administration.
Current Role at Chevron
Bevin Van Gilder currently serves as the Lower Carbon Director at Chevron. Based in Houston, Texas, Bevin is focused on initiatives that aim to reduce the company's carbon footprint, reflecting Chevron's broader commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Previous Positions at Chevron
Bevin Van Gilder has held various roles at Chevron over the years. Before his current position, he was the Upstream Carbon Reduction Director from 2021 to 2022. Earlier roles include Perdido Asset Manager in Covington, Louisiana (2019-2021), FGP Productivity Manager in Tengiz, Kazakhstan (2018-2019), and TCO Fatality Prevention Project Manager also in Tengiz, Kazakhstan (2017-2018). His extensive experience across different functions and geographies showcases his versatility and expertise in the energy sector.
Educational Background
Bevin Van Gilder holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Oklahoma - Price College of Business, which he achieved between 2018 and 2019. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Petroleum Engineering from West Virginia University, earned from 1999 to 2003. This educational foundation has equipped him with both technical and managerial expertise in the industry.
International Experience
Throughout his career, Bevin Van Gilder has accumulated extensive international experience. He has worked in diverse locations including the United States, Angola, and Kazakhstan. His roles have varied from Operations Supervisor in Venice, LA, to Production Engineering Team Lead in Malongo, Angola, highlighting his adaptability and capability to manage complex operations in different cultural and environmental contexts.
Commitment to Health, Safety, and Environment
Bevin Van Gilder has a strong background in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management. He served as TCO Health, Environment, and Safety Advisor in Tengiz, Kazakhstan, for 7 months in 2017. He also worked on the TCO Fatality Prevention Project, emphasizing his commitment to safety and risk management within Chevron's operations. His expertise in HSE is integral to his current role in lower carbon initiatives.
Academic Contributions
Bevin Van Gilder is actively involved in the academic community, currently serving on the PNGE Advisory Committee at West Virginia University. In this role, he contributes to shaping the future of petroleum and natural gas engineering education, leveraging his extensive industry experience to provide valuable insights and guidance.