Bantrel

Joe Thompson was born and raised in upstate New York, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Clarkson University in 1981.

As a new graduate, Joe joined Bechtel, one of the world’s premier engineering, construction and project management companies. He started in project controls and has worked on all facets of engineering, construction and project management. He has experience in mid- to mega-scale oil, gas and petrochemical projects in the United States, Middle East and throughout Asia, living overseas for a significant portion of his career. Joe is a registered professional engineer and was appointed as a Bechtel Principal Vice President in 2005.

In early 2007, Joe joined Bantrel as Senior Vice President, Manager of Projects. Joe assumed the position of Bantrel’s President in January 2008.

Joe lives in Calgary, Alberta, with his wife, Linda. Joe’s daughter is married and lives in the United States. Joe and Linda enjoy living in Calgary, as they are avid skiers and love the outdoors.