Dave Hile
Vice President - Safety, Quality and Standards
- Years with Bowen: 2
- Why I Chose Bowen: I chose Bowen because it matched my own values and the culture that I thrive on. People at Bowen are continuously looking for new ways to take Bowen Engineering to the next level of greatness.
- What I have learned at Bowen: The people here are genuinely dedicated, hard working and collaborative. They truly have a desire for success, not just for themselves, but for the whole company.
- Education: BS Industrial Education, Indiana State University
- Background/Experience: I have 28 years of heavy industrial contracting experience in areas such as pulp and paper, power, refining, petrochemical, water and wastewater. My career has included positions in field engineering, project controls, business development and group management.
- Key Projects/Clients: I have enjoyed the opportunity to work for clients such as American Electric Power, Dayton Power & Light, Chevron, Shell, BP, International Paper, Coke Refining and others.
- My Unique Ability: Empowering others to grow to do what they do best. I have an ability to lead while at the same time collaborating with the team.
- Favorite Quote(s):
"There is no 'I' in team" and "You only have one opportunity to make a first impression - seize it!"
- Recommended Book/Movie/Music: Book: “The Pathway to a Zero Injury Safety Culture”
Movie “Wild Hogs”
Music: Everything - When I'm Not At Work I: enjoy spending time with my family. That's what life is all about.
- Favorite Sport: Basketball
- Favorite College Team: University of Kansas
- Favorite Professional Sports Team: Indianapolis Colts
- Best Golf Score: 90
- Most Memorable Bowen Moment: My first day at Bowen.
