Senior Data Analyst

Senior Data Analyst – Upstream Operations

Location:
Spring, TX (On-site)

Duration: 12‑Month Contract

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Analyst to support upstream operations within the energy sector. This role focuses on analyzing Drilling & Completions data to drive operational insights, improve reporting capabilities, and support data‑driven decision‑making. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in SQL, data visualization tools, and handling large operational datasets within Oil & Gas environments.

This position requires a self‑driven professional capable of working independently while collaborating with cross‑functional technical and business teams.

• Import, cleanse, validate, and analyze large‑scale upstream operational datasets
• Interpret drilling and completions data to identify trends, risks, and optimization opportunities
• Design and develop dashboards, visualizations, and reports using Power BI and/or Spotfire
• Present analytical findings through charts, graphs, reports, and stakeholder presentations
• Maintain data accuracy, integrity, and continuous data quality improvements
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to gather requirements and deliver reporting solutions
• Utilize advanced SQL for querying, transforming, and analyzing structured datasets
• Support analytics and data engineering workflows as needed
• Communicate technical insights clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

• Strong experience working with Upstream Oil & Gas data, specifically Drilling & Completions datasets
• Advanced SQL expertise
• Hands‑on experience with Power BI or Spotfire (experience with both is highly preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Experience creating reports, dashboards, and operational insights
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

• Experience with Databricks and/or Python
• Exposure to data engineering workflows or automation
• Relevant certifications in data analytics, business intelligence, or related technologies

• Senior‑level contractor role requiring minimal supervision
• Opportunity to work on large‑scale operational data initiatives within a fast‑paced environment
• Candidates with strong business acumen and technical expertise are highly encouraged to apply