Joe Anderson

Accomplished Engineering Executive and Project Leader with national and international experience driving high-stakes oil & gas and petrochemical projects from the ground up. A builder of teams and talent, known for mentoring engineers at every career stage and cultivating a culture of safety, project execution, operational excellence, and innovation. Recognized for leading multi-billion-dollar programs across diverse global environments with a steady, decisive approach.

Brings a rare blend of deep technical expertise, business acumen, and people-focused leadership. Passionate about developing future leaders and partnering with organizations to achieve strategic growth and transformational success.

CEO at LJ Anderson Enterprises (2025-01 – Present)

Leading operations, franchising, real estate, and investment strategies of company stores, including overseeing the sale of these stores and franchise operations.

• Leading operations, franchising, real estate, and investment strategies of company stores, including overseeing the sale of these stores and franchise operations.
• Directed growth plans and funding initiatives, applying operational leadership and mentoring principles to new ventures.

Project Manager (Contract) at Solar Turbines (2024-03 – 2024-12)

Led turbine-driven compressor and turbine refurbishment projects, coordinating scope, cost, schedule, and customer expectations.

• Led turbine-driven compressor and turbine refurbishment projects, coordinating scope, cost, schedule, and customer expectations.
• Guided engineering and shop teams through phase gate processes, mentoring team members to strengthen operational understanding.
• Acted as single point contact with customer, formulating and managing schedule and coordinated delivery of turbine/compressor sets.

Project Manager (Contract) at Albemarle (2023-02 – 2023-12)

Directed multiple catalyst plant projects from initiation to closeout, following agreed upon schedules.

• Directed multiple catalyst plant projects from initiation to closeout, following agreed upon schedules while ensuring safety and operational integration.
• Strengthened relationships with operations while actively coaching engineering staff on project lifecycle best practices.

Project Manager (Contract) at Motiva Enterprises LLC (2022-03 – 2022-10)

Managed brownfield refinery projects, overseeing engineering, procurement, and construction phases.

• Managed brownfield refinery projects, overseeing engineering, procurement, and construction phases as per schedule with on time delivery.
• Ensured safe execution through all project phases, delivering on time and within budget while supporting team development.

CEO at LJ Anderson Enterprises (2020-04 – 2022-03)

Led franchising, real estate, and investment strategies, overseeing multiple business units and franchise operations.

• Led franchising, real estate, and investment strategies, overseeing multiple business units and franchise operations.
• Directed growth plans and funding initiatives, applying operational leadership and mentoring principles to new ventures.

Project Manager (Contract) at Motiva Enterprises LLC (2019-01 – 2020-04)

Delivered refinery upgrade projects from conception to handover, emphasizing safety and schedule delivery.

• Delivered refinery upgrade projects from conception to handover, emphasizing safety, schedule delivery, mentorship, and operational excellence.

Project Director at Yuhuang Chemical Inc (2017-07 – 2018-08)

Directed construction of a greenfield methanol plant (5000 TPD), developing and executing construction strategies.

• Directed construction of a greenfield methanol plant, developing and executing construction strategies, managing schedule while guiding site teams to success.

Principal Consultant at Oil & Gas Consultants (2016-06 – 2017-07)

Advised on business development, early project planning, engineering, and operations.

• Advised on business development, early project planning, engineering, and operations, sharing deep technical knowledge and mentoring future leaders.

Execution & Pre-Operations Manager at Chevron Corp (2015-01 – 2016-06)

Led FEED execution for a 100,000 BOPD sour crude project, overseeing engineering, logistics, and quality.

• Led FEED execution for a 100,000 BOPD sour crude project, overseeing engineering, logistics, and quality ($500M spend).

Senior Project Engineer at Chevron Corp (Kitimat LNG) (2013-09 – 2015-01)

Oversaw module design and constructability for a $3B LNG project.

• Oversaw module design and constructability for a $3B LNG project, ensuring readiness and mentoring global engineering teams.

GE Equipment Delivery Manager at Chevron Corp (Gorgon LNG) (2009-03 – 2013-09)

Directed delivery of GE equipment, including compressors and generator modules, managing a $1.1B budget.

• Directed delivery of GE equipment, including compressors and generator modules, managing a $1.1B budget and cultivating technical leadership.

Upstream & Offsites Construction Manager at Chevron Corp (2006-07 – 2009-03)

Led mechanical completion and export tie-ins for a 300,000 BOPD system.

• Led mechanical completion and export tie-ins for a 300,000 BOPD system, ensuring safe handover and operational integrity ($600M spend).

Chuchupa Gas Field Asset Manager at Chevron Corp (2004-07 – 2006-07)

Managed offshore field extension projects including wells and platform modifications.

• Managed offshore field extension projects including wells and platform modifications ($150M spend), developing operational staff for future roles.

Superintendent & Acting District Manager at Chevron Corp (2000-03 – 2004-07)

Oversaw operations and upgrades for a joint venture processing 300,000 BOPD of heavy crude.

• Oversaw operations and upgrades for a joint venture processing 300,000 BOPD of heavy crude, leading the facilities team through integration, commissioning, startup, and maintenance to ensure safe, efficient operations in coordination with Chevron, ConocoPhillips, and PDVSA.

Master's in Petroleum Engineering – University of Houston

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering – University of Houston