Drilling & Projects Manager

Doyon Limited • Anchorage, AK

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About The Position

The Drilling & Projects Manager manages Fairweather’s direct support for exploration drilling, development drilling, well intervention, and capital projects. The role builds, leads, and maintains a team of office-based project personnel and field-based supervisory and operations support personnel. The position supports clients in Alaska, with potential expansion to other parts of the United States, and collaborates with other Fairweather business lines and external stakeholders to deliver projects safely and effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent on-the-job experience.
• 10 years of drilling and completions experience.
• 3 years of Alaska experience.
• 5 years of previous leadership experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Safety-conscious approach and a high standard for HSE practices.
• Ability to self-direct work.
• Proven record of meeting deadlines and executing projects within expected scope, schedule, and budget.
• Ability to multitask and oversee multiple simultaneous operations in various stages of planning, execution, and closeout.
• Strong knowledge of and experience applying oil and gas industry best practices and regulations.
• Detail-oriented with strong critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to respond quickly to operational changes and develop alternative plans.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and group speaking.
• Experience directing large project teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify business opportunities to provide planning, design, project management, operational oversight, and operational support services to clients.
• Support business development by engaging clients, responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and preparing Work Orders to secure contracts for Fairweather, LLC.
• Manage the department budget, forecast, revenue, and expenses.
• Monitor client project statuses to ensure a high level of support and service delivery.
• Perform quality assurance (QA) on department work products.
• Manage and develop technical and operational staff supporting project-based work.
• Collaborate with other Fairweather Business Line Managers, including Permitting & Regulatory, Medical, Science, and HSE, on projects involving multiple business lines.
• Coordinate, monitor, and provide client direction to service providers and subcontractors working on Fairweather-managed projects.
• Communicate professionally with parties involved in project planning and execution, including relevant regulatory oversight agencies.
• Maintain Fairweather’s HSE standards, provide safety leadership, and promote a zero-incident culture.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plans
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance and voluntary supplemental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling and support services
• Paid holidays
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager