Kirk Stratton
About Kirk Stratton
Kirk Stratton is a Site Execution Manager at ExxonMobil, currently overseeing the Tengizchevroil TCO 3GP project in Kazakhstan. He has extensive experience in managing large-scale international projects in the oil and gas sector, with a strong background in commissioning and construction management.
Current Position at Tengizchevroil TCO 3GP Kazakhstan
Kirk Stratton currently holds the position of Site Execution Manager at Tengizchevroil TCO 3GP in Kazakhstan. Since 2021, he has been responsible for overseeing project execution, ensuring the completion of construction activities, and managing site operations in Tengiz, Kazakhstan. His role involves coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met efficiently.
Previous Roles at ExxonMobil
Kirk has held numerous significant positions at ExxonMobil. He served as the Principal Execution Advisor for ExxonMobil Global Projects from 2020 to 2021 in Spring, Texas. From 2018 to 2020, he was the Planning and Execution Manager at Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited in Lagos, Nigeria. Other notable roles include Project Manager for North American Growth from 2014 to 2018 in Baytown, Texas, and Commissioning Manager and Construction Site Manager for the Kearl Oil Sands Project from 2010 to 2014 in Alberta, Canada. Before these roles, he was the Engineering Alliance Manager from 2006 to 2010, primarily in Beaumont, Texas and Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Experience in Project and Construction Management
Throughout his career, Kirk Stratton has accumulated extensive experience in managing large-scale international projects, particularly within the oil and gas sector. His responsibilities have included overseeing project execution, commissioning, and construction management. His notable experience in leading various projects across geographically diverse locations like Kazakhstan, Nigeria, Canada, and the United States showcases his capability in handling complex global projects.
Previous Positions in Industry
Before joining ExxonMobil, Kirk served in various capacities within the industry. He was a Project Specialist at MeadWestvaco (MWV) from 1994 to 2006 in Evadale, Texas. Prior to that, he worked as a Maintenance Specialist at Georgia-Pacific LLC from 1989 to 1994 in Port Hudson, Louisiana. These roles helped him build a strong foundation in project management and technical expertise.
Educational Background
Kirk Stratton holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Louisiana Tech University, where he studied from 1986 to 1989. Additionally, he has undertaken studies at the Thunderbird School of Global Management and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1970. His education provided him with a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and a solid foundation for his career in project management and execution.