James Shavers
About James Shavers
James Shavers is the Director of Global Project Controls at Vantage Data Centers, bringing extensive experience in project management and controls from his previous roles at ExxonMobil and other companies. He holds a BSE in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA in Project Management from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs.
Current Role at Vantage Data Centers
James Shavers serves as the Director of Global Project Controls at Vantage Data Centers. He has held this position since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing project controls for global initiatives, ensuring effective management of financials, progress, cost, schedule, procurement, contracting, and execution support management for large capital projects.
Previous Experience at ExxonMobil
James Shavers has extensive experience at ExxonMobil, where he worked in various capacities from 2009 to 2021. His roles included Project Controls Engineer, Project Controls Lead, Development Project Estimator, and Business Lead. He was involved in managing project controls for significant projects, contributing to financial management and operational efficiency.
Education and Qualifications
James Shavers holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan, where he studied from 2000 to 2003. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Project Management from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, completing his studies from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, he studied Secondary Education/Math at Eastern Michigan University from 1997 to 1999.
Military Background
James Shavers served in the US Army as a Captain in the Ordnance Corps from 2003 to 2007. His military experience provided him with leadership skills and operational knowledge, which he has applied in his subsequent roles in project management and engineering.
Specialization and Skills
James Shavers specializes in project controls, focusing on driving lean execution, schedule and cost control, change management, contracts and procurement management, and risk management. He has experience managing large capital projects exceeding $1 billion and enjoys collaborating with business managers and team members to improve service delivery and organizational success.