Vice President, Permian Basin Water Transfer Operations

Keystone Clearwater Solutions•West Odessa, TX

37d

About The Position

Keystone Clearwater Solutions is hiring a Vice President of Permian Region Operations to lead and grow our water transfer and field services operations in West Texas and Southeast New Mexico. This strategic leadership role has full P&L responsibility and oversees customer development, field execution, staffing, quality control, and operational scale-up. This is a hands-on, field-engaged leadership role with a strong focus on driving results, safety, and customer satisfaction in the Permian Basin.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
7–10+ years of leadership experience in water management, oil & gas operations, or heavy construction in the Permian Basin
5+ years of P&L and personnel management experience in field service environments
Advanced mechanical knowledge of water pumping systems, hydraulics, automation, and transfer logistics or other oil & gas operations
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and industry-relevant software
Working knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations in Texas and New Mexico
Ability to travel up to 50%
Must reside in the Midland/Odessa area
Valid driver’s license and strong safety orientation

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating or scaling field operations
Background in civil/environmental engineering or oilfield services
Deep understanding of high-volume pumping systems and SCADA/winterization technologies

Responsibilities

Lead the Permian Basin business with full accountability for performance, customer relationships, and operational delivery
Build and sustain strong relationships with oil & gas operators across the region
Oversee all field operations, temporary pipeline installations, maintenance, and transfer logistics
Drive safe, efficient, and cost-effective field execution aligned with project budgets and KPIs
Manage all regional personnel including field, shop, and administrative teams
Develop, implement, and improve SOPs for water transfer, automation, and safety practices
Partner with HR to ensure rapid and compliant hiring to meet regional demand
Monitor labor and material costs, manage vendor relationships, and optimize regional resources
Support invoicing accuracy and timely reporting through field ticketing compliance
Champion innovation in automation and winterization strategies to lower costs and improve service
Collaborate with Sales, Safety, and Accounting to align operational activities with company goals
Contribute to long-term strategic planning and new market expansion alongside senior leadership