Paul Austin
About Paul Austin
Paul Austin is the MAC Lead Cost Engineer at Chevron in Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom, with over 25 years of experience in cost engineering and project control across various international locations.
Current Role at Chevron
Paul Austin is currently employed by Chevron as the MAC Lead Cost Engineer. He operates out of Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in cost engineering to manage and oversee the financial aspects of Chevron’s projects.
Professional Experience at BP
Between 2013 and 2018, Paul Austin served as Lead Cost Engineer at BP, where he was stationed in the Sultanate of Oman. During his five-year tenure, he played an integral role in overseeing cost control and project financial management in the region.
Career at Qatargas
Paul Austin has held multiple roles at Qatargas. Initially, he served as a Cost Specialist from 2007 to 2010 in Al Khor, Qatar. Following this, he returned to Qatargas from 2011 to 2013 as the Lead Cost Engineer, where he continued to apply his expertise in managing project costs and financials.
Educational Background
Paul Austin studied at the University of Central Lancashire, where he earned a BSc (hons) in Construction Management. His studies spanned from 1992 to 1996, providing a solid foundation for his career in cost engineering and project control.
Roles in Oil and Gas Industry
Throughout his extensive career, Paul Austin has gained significant experience in the oil and gas industry. He has held senior positions at prominent companies such as ConocoPhillips, Qatar Petroleum, KBR, Inc., and Chevron. His international assignments have spanned the Middle East, Europe, and the United Kingdom.