Greater Houston
I am known for consistently delivering revenue growth and profitably through effective leadership and providing innovative solutions. I enjoy collaborating across organizations through rapid growth, turnaround performance, and acquisition integration. My expertise in drilling equipment and interest in new technology supports my curiosity towards solving complex projects. I bring extensive experience in all aspects of contract management from initiation through final negotiation. Ability to optimize rig utilization and operational efficiency through KPI monitoring and adherence to maximize performance. Ability to think both strategically and tactically to accomplish business goals. Deep understanding of all aspects of well construction, rig, and drilling-related equipment, including supply chain management, project management and business development. - Partner with technical, supply chain, sales, and senior leadership in bringing expertise to structuring commercial contracts, by utilizing market intelligence, execution and forecasting to focus on new business opportunities and revenue lines. - Extensive network including C-level relationships across E&Ps, IOCs and NOCs, oilfield equipment manufacturers, oilfield service companies and contract drilling companies. - Track record driving financial & operational performance by improving rig utilization, client relationships and service quality across 50+ projects in every major oil and gas region globally. Core Competencies: Problem Resolution / Drilling Rig & Equipment / Supply Chain Management / Drilling Operations / Well Construction / Contract Negotiations / Sales & Marketing / Solutions Selling / Lead Innovation Customer Relations & Retention / Pricing / Business Development / Diversity / Leadership / Risk Analysis / Onshore & Offshore Drilling Contractors / Manufacturing / Product Management
Promoted to lead Eastern Hemisphere operations for a $230M business, overseeing 1,500+ personnel across 11 countries; achieved 2024 budget and safety targets by delivering $1.8M in SG&A reductions, $0.5M in facility consolidation savings, and $8M in asset monetization. Secured a high-value rig contract with a Kuwait NOC for three 3,000 HP ultra-deep land rigs and reactivated four rigs in Algeria, generating $44M in annual revenue.
Identified and structured a technical service agreement with a Libyan contractor, enabling phased, low-risk market re-entry for three rigs, generating $3.5M+ in annual revenue and unlocking $10M+ in value from idle assets; also conducted in-depth analysis of the U.S. rig fleet, delivering executive-level insights to guide CAPEX planning and alignment with evolving market and technology trends.
Led operations, QHSE, and field supply chain for a startup in oil & gas water remediation technology; built a high-performing team in collaboration with a JV partner, implemented ISNetworld and QHSE systems to secure an A-rating, and successfully delivered two $10M evaporative/distillation units for a major Marcellus operator and our JV partner.
Led business transformation for North America Land & Offshore operations, reducing SG&A by 10% through productivity themes including digital transformation (Job Center deployment), alternative operating models, and organizational restructuring; achieved 10%+ cost savings across T&E, facilities, fleet, and mobile assets by optimizing vendor and supply chain strategies across 200+ locations.
Developed MENATI rig market segmentation, master service agreement process, and HSE/performance evaluation tools to support strategic rig contracting and selection. Secured high-spec, ultra-deep 3000HP rigs for the company’s first LSTK project with a major Kuwait NOC, and established a strategic alliance with a leading HWO provider to deliver an integrated P&A campaign, successfully abandoning 60+ wells across 23 onshore sites in the Netherlands.
Increased profitability for Halliburton’s North America HPM business through delivery of high-margin ExxonMobil projects—Sable Island ($80M, 19% GP) and Holly Platform ($3.4M, 42% GP); led drilling test operations including engineering and deployment of a 1500HP AC super spec rig, accelerating development of the iCruise® intelligent rotary steerable system (RSS).
Developed a 5-year global rig strategy and project management roadmap to support digital well construction, establishing strategic partnerships with tier-1 drilling contractors to integrate emerging digital technologies. Oversaw all technical and commercial decisions, including contractor selection, rig audits, KPI-based incentive structures, advanced contracting methodologies, and targeted technology investments such as the Raptor Rig, contributing to the global race toward the world’s first fully automated land rig.
Led rig sourcing, mobilization and startup for 25+ integrated drilling projects, representing 50% of all global launches—including major campaigns with Saudi Aramco (36 wells), BP Rumaila Iraq (120 wells), Cairn India (90 wells), ExxonMobil Iraq (30 wells), ENI Iraq (20 wells), and SAE Indonesia (geothermal).