Kim Mitchell
About Kim Mitchell
Kim Mitchell is the Tengiz Chevroil Kazakhstan Future Growth Estimating Manager at Chevron, with extensive experience in project controls and cost management in the oil and gas sector.
Current Title and Role
Kim Mitchell currently holds the position of TengizChevroil Kazakhstan Future Growth Estimating Manager at Chevron. Based in Farnborough, UK, Mitchell focuses on the estimating management for the Future Growth Project in Kazakhstan. This role emphasizes planning and executing strategies to ensure accurate financial and resource allocations for ongoing and upcoming project stages.
Previous Experience at Chevron
Mitchell has a rich history with Chevron, having served in various capacities across the globe. From 2013 to 2014, they worked as the TengizChevroil Kazakhstan Future Growth Estimating and Scheduling Assurance Coordinator (FEED) in Farnborough, Hampshire, UK. Prior to that, from 2010 to 2013, Mitchell was the Major Capital Projects Project Controls Manager in the Hague Area, Netherlands. In the earlier years (2005-2009), they managed project controls for the Banzala Lago/Nemba Project in Angola while based in Houston, Texas.
Early Career and Jacobs Engineering Experience
Before joining Chevron, Mitchell worked at Jacobs Engineering for 18 years, from 1985 to 2003. During this time, they developed extensive skills in project controls, a foundational experience that would later be crucial in their roles at Chevron. This long tenure at Jacobs Engineering provided Mitchell with a robust understanding of project control mechanisms and methodologies.
Educational Background
Kim Mitchell studied at the University of Houston, where they specialized in Business with a focus on Materials Management. This educational foundation has provided them with a solid grounding in materials management, critical for the various complex projects they have managed throughout their career. Their education has equipped them with the necessary skills and knowledge to handle large-scale project controls and cost management effectively.
International Work Experience
Mitchell has garnered substantial international experience throughout their career. They have held project management and control roles in diverse locations, including the UK, Netherlands, Angola, and the USA. This global exposure has enriched their understanding of various markets and operational environments, enhancing their ability to manage large-scale international projects.