Jim Old
About Jim Old
Jim Old is a Project Engineer at ExxonMobil, overseeing engineering deliverables for a $120 million project in Midland, Texas. He has a background in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Virginia and has held various roles in engineering and project management.
Current Position at ExxonMobil
Jim Old currently works as a Project Engineer at ExxonMobil in Midland, Texas, United States. He has been in this role since 2023. At ExxonMobil, Jim oversees engineering deliverables for projects with a combined scope of $120 million, which includes both greenfield and brownfield developments. His role involves engaging with various groups, including CDP operations, internal engineering, project management, and contractors, to ensure adherence to project schedules.
Previous Roles at ExxonMobil
Before his current role, Jim Old served as a Project Engineer at ExxonMobil from 2021 to 2023 in the United States. Prior to that, he worked as a Cost Engineer from 2019 to 2021 in Spring, Texas. In these roles, he provided input on contracting strategies and assisted in assembling contract packages. His extensive experience at ExxonMobil has given him unique insights into RC projects, which require more oversight and understanding of contractor controls due to mixed compensation models.
Early Career and Internships
Jim Old's early career includes several internships and temporary positions. In 2018, he worked as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Zachry Group in Houston, Texas, for 3 months. He also interned at Nelsen Partners | Architects & Planners in Austin, Texas, in 2016. Additionally, he has experience as a Senior Counselor at Camp La Junta, both in Hunt, Texas, in 2017 and Kerville, Texas, in 2015. In 2014, he worked as a Yard Hand at Parker Lumber in Silsbee, Texas, for 2 months.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Jim Old studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Virginia from 2015 to 2019, completing his degree over 4 years. His education provided a strong foundation in engineering principles, which he has applied to his various roles in the industry. Prior to his university education, he attended St. Stephen's Episcopal School from 2011 to 2015, where he completed his high school education.
Project Management and Constructibility Focus
In his current role, Jim Old leverages his previous experience from the Wink project to focus on constructibility. He manages potential conflicts between different contractors and operations groups, ensuring smooth project execution. His responsibilities also involve providing input on contracting strategies and assisting in assembling contract packages, which are essential for successful project management.