Drilling Manager

Job Family Group:
Wells Group

Job Description:

bpx energy, a major oil and gas producer in the United States, leverages its expertise in unconventional gas, including shale, to deliver hydrocarbon production and technical knowledge worldwide. With operations in Texas and Louisiana, our US onshore business has become both a premier oil and gas producer and a leader in reducing methane emissions.

As part of BP, a global industry leader, we foster a high-energy, high-intensity environment built on accountability, collegiality, innovation, and empowerment. At bpx, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment where collaboration, continuous improvement, and inclusion are valued.

Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of reimagining and reinventing the future of energy.

Role Synopsis We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Drilling Manager to lead the Eagle Ford drilling team. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, significant wells leadership experience, and a solid background in drilling engineering and operations management. This role requires a strong thinker who can make sound engineering judgments and drive operational excellence.

Key Accountabilities Leadership and Team Management:
Lead and mentor a team of drilling engineers, technicians, and superintendents to deliver the drilling program in the Eagle Ford Business unit. Foster a culture of excellence that encourages collaboration across the bpx organization. Ensure effective communication and coordination of all drilling engineering and execution.

Operational Oversight:
Oversee all drilling operations in basin, ensuring they are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with bpx standards and regulations. Lead team to implement operational plans, procedures, and best practices to optimize drilling performance. Collaborate with other drilling teams to continuously challenge performance.

Engineering Oversight:
Lead basin drilling engineers to provide fit for purpose well designs and drilling programs that meet regulatory and bpx requirements. Use a physics based approach to continuously improve the well design and the drilling process.

Stakeholder

Collaboration:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including geologists, production engineers, and HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) professionals, to ensure integrated and cohesive project execution. Maintain effective communication with stakeholders to align project objectives and deliverables. Partner with procurement and contract management to deliver casing, rigs, and services required for the drilling program.

Essential Experience and Education Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Petroleum Engineering or a related field.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in wells leadership, with demonstrated accountability for drilling engineering, operations, and team performance.

Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on using physics to drive decision making

Proven track record of successfully managing drilling projects, from planning to  knowledge of drilling techniques, equipment, and industry regulations.

Vendor management and contract management skills including term and rate negotiations

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Compensation & Benefits How much do we pay (Base)?$251,000-$295,000

Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

We offer a reward and wellbeing package designed to support your life both inside and outside of work. Benefits may include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off Discretionary annual bonus program

Long-term incentive program
401(k) matching program

Legal authorization requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work full-time in the United States for any employer other than your current employer

Must not require sponsorship now or in the future for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.)We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other employment benefits and privileges. Please contact us to request…