EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
IT/Project Manager with Industrial, Energy, and Petrochemicals Background
Internationally-experienced IT/Project Manager with applied-science background (Organic Chemistry) and 30 years of solid industrial experience, able to interact well with personnel from engineering, technical, and professional disciplines. Can effectively integrate the needs of heavy industry with the capabilities of the computer. Well-developed interpersonal and managerial skills, able to function well in multicultural/multiethnic environments. In-depth hands-on technical experience and well-developed business acumen. Innovative, creative, able to evaluate, prioritize, and implement practical cost-effective solutions, on time and within budget. Responsible for all IT and related services, including infrastructure, servers, databases, applications, IT staff training, network and data security, and communications systems, including satellite data/voice systems.
Key Professional Skills:
·Special strength – I understand both the manufacturing/energy/chemical industries and the IT/computer industry, having considerable experience in both areas, and I effectively integrate the needs of heavy industry with the capabilities of the computer
·Successful project management history and well-developed project management skills
·Excellent business management and problem-solving, decision-making, and analysis skills
·Solid broad-based communication, managerial and supervisory skills
·Approximately 30 years of heavy-industry experience, primarily (but not limited to) petroleum/petrochemical projects
·Knowledgeable in most phases of oilfield exploration and production, refinery, chemical plants, pulp-and-paper, manufacturing, etc.
·Degree and highly experienced as Organic Synthesis Chemist
·App. 15 years of project management experience
·App. 15 years of computer-industry experience
·App. 6 years of IT infrastructure design/modification and support experience
·App. 10 years of application development, evaluation, deployment, and support experience
·App. 20 years experience of travel throughout the world on various long-term and short-term assignments
·Considerable experience in South America, West Africa, Middle East, Southeast Asia
Key Technical Skills:
·Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
·Microsoft Certified Database Administrator
·Oracle Database Administrator Certified Associate
·Support and fault diagnosis of Windows 2000/2003/XP networks
·Systems and network upgrades of Windows networks
·DBA experience with Microsoft SQL 2000/2005 and Oracle 9i/10g/11g databases
·Microsoft Windows desktop/server/network and Active Directory systems
·Microsoft Windows Server Systems portfolio
·Microsoft Office System portfolio
·Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE), Internet Information Services (IIS), and related Internet software, procedures, and best practices
·Microsoft Cluster Services (MSCS)
·Cisco Routers and Switches
·Ethernet/Fiber Optic/Microwave Networks
·HP/Compaq ProLiant Servers and Storage hardware, blade and cluster technology
·Dell PowerEdge Servers and PowerVault/EMC Storage hardware, blade and cluster technology
·IBM System x eServers and storage hardware, blade and cluster technology
·Network Security and Disaster Recovery software, procedures, and best practices
·Network Management and Compliance software, procedures, and best practices
·LANDesk Management Suite software package
·ScriptLogic Management Suite software package
·SolarWinds Network Management software package
·MessageLabs e-Mail and Web Security Services software packages
·Maximo CMMS software package
·Primavera project software package
·AutoCAD design software package
·PRiSM training and compliance software package
·Lenel site (physical) security software package
·SAP business systems package
·Various manufacturing process-modeling software packages
·Various chemistry- and chemical process-modeling software packages
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Noble Energy Inc. – Houston, Texas USA
International Systems Administrator/Project Manager – January 2006-present
Responsible for IT & Communications projects throughout the world (except US). Major focus in the past year has been West Africa. Multifunctional role which often requires work outside of traditional IT personnel roles.
·Establish business presence, locate suitable offices, secure licensing as required by local governments.
·Contract with service providers and businesses. Evaluate, select and manage installation of appropriate Internet and/or satellite services, VHF radio systems, telephone systems (analog and VoIP systems), etc. Upgrade/refurbish existing facilities to accommodate operations. Manage and oversee purchasing, engineering services, and quality control.
·Work with business managers and engineering/technical managers to develop, implement, and/or improve business and operational processes and procedures as needed to define and achieve specific (or not-so-specific; i.e., “works-in-progress”) targets and goals.
·Greenfield locations: design and install multiple-site networks including offshore facilities, with server and network hardware as appropriate; connect to home office/enterprise network.
·Existing locations: design and install server and network upgrades, connect multiple sites including offshore facilities, connect to home office/enterprise network.
·Hire, train and supervise expat staff and local nationals.
·Develop reliable supply lines to expedite delivery of equipment and supplies to remote locations.
·Evaluate, select and implement network/user security measures, including monitoring and compliance software packages, antivirus/antispyware packages, firewalls, website and database monitoring, etc.
·Design and implement system-redundancy packages, including server clusters, database synchronizations, electric power-supply sources and methods, off-site data farms, etc., designed to maintain system/network stability and integrity and to safeguard data.
·Evaluate, select and implement automatic fire-suppression packages, electric surge-suppression packages, etc. Train firefighters re the dangers presented by energized UPS-supported electrical systems during conventional firefighting procedures.
·Evaluate, select and implement advanced data-compression techniques and devices for use in remote locations, over slow links, etc.
·Design and install Videoconference Centers, to host video conferences, meetings, training seminars, etc.
Atlantic Methanol Production Company (Noble Energy joint venture project) – Houston, Texas USA (corporate office) / Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, West Africa (production site and main IT office)
IT Manager/Supervisor – January 2003-December 2005
Multi-functional senior position with wide-ranging responsibilities
·Corporate IT manager –
Responsible for corporate computer network (app. 250 units) at locations on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean, auxiliary computer network (app. 50 units) for resident expatriate staff and other third-party use, DCS network for plant process control, all printers, copiers, scanners, etc., site two-way radio system, landline and cellular phone systems, cable TV and home entertainment system for resident expatriate staff, and other miscellaneous electronic systems and devices. Optimize network and systems stability and reliability. Manage and supervise entire IT staff (multiethnic/multicultural) from various IT disciplines; recruit IT staff members and trainees and review staff performance. Formulate and implement IT budget and expenditure controls (all projects were completed on time and within budget). Specify and purchase IT-related hardware and software. Select and interface with contractors and suppliers. Develop reliable supply lines for necessary hardware and software support.Select and interface with vendors for specific outsourced activities. Develop and implement an effective corporate IT strategy through training methodologies designed to foster an information culture within the company. Guide and assist line managers in the effective use of IT for decision-making support to ensure optimal utilization of IT as a strategic business tool to increase efficiencies, provide faster access and more-thorough analysis and comprehension of critical plant operational data.
·Corporate Database Administrator –
Install, configure, and manage Microsoft SQL 2000 and Oracle 8i/9i installations, various databases, and front-end applications, either purchased from vendors or developed by in-house IT staff
·Corporate IT Security administrator –
Establish and implement IT Security policies and procedures. Develop and implement corporate IT security and disaster-recovery program. (No unscheduled downtime on network or servers, no invasion of virus or other malware onto network or servers during my tenure) Develop and implement functional redundancy throughout corporate network through the use of server clustering, backup solutions, etc. Maintain systems, networks and data integrity through appropriate ongoing management of security policies and functions.
·Webmaster –
Develop, implement and maintain corporate intranet web page
·Help Desk administrator –
Implement and maintain site IT Help Desk
·IT Training administrator –
Develop, implement and manage IT training program for local nationals (trainees) assigned to IT department, including computer-based, classroom, and hands-on training
·Systems and Applications selection and support –
Select and implement CMMS system (Maximo) and interfaces with other applications, replacing previous system (PEMAC)
Select and implement site training software package (PRiSM) and interfaces with other applications
Select and implement site physical security and access control system (Lenel) and interfaces with other applications
Select and implement Project Management system (Primavera) and interfaces with other applications
Select and implement financial business system (SAP) and interfaces with other applications, replacing previous system (CedAr)
Develop/(select) and implement document/information/image/e-mail management software (in-house solution) and interfaces with other applications
Involvement with site DCS system (Moore-Siemens) operations and interface with site computer network
Application support – Support mission-critical no-downtime plant functions including DCS, laboratory and instrumentation, process equipment and vibration monitoring, etc., including interfaces between applications. Support other essential applications such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and related components, HYSYS manufacturing process-modeling software, PRiSM training software, etc., as needed
·Other –
Separate disparate networks from two parent-company networks and integrate into single new multi-site network
Upgrade new network from Windows NT 4.0 to Windows Server 2003/XP Professional/Active Directory network
Upgrade network hardware and operating systems, including servers and server clusters, workstations and laptops/docking stations, backup and recovery systems, etc. (250+ workstations and laptops/docking stations, 25+ servers, 6 server clusters)
Implement remote access, anti-malware/anti-intrusion security services, web-filtering services, etc., as appropriate.
Interact with local government officials and representatives and with local businesses as appropriate
Applied Training Resources – Houston, Texas USA
Senior Applications Engineer – October 1998-January 2003
Multi-functional senior position with wide-ranging responsibilities
·Project Manager – Business model development, project design and management and lead responsibility for industry-oriented process control, compliance, and training software suite and components, including product development and implementation
·Network/System Administrator – Extensive experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Windows 95/98/NT/2000 operating systems and networks. Network configuration and troubleshooting as needed to implement product suite at client sites.
·Database Administrator – Extensive experience with and knowledge of Microsoft SQL 6.5/7.0/2000 and Oracle 7x/8x/9x databases. Database configuration and troubleshooting as needed to implement product suite at client sites.
·Site Engineer – On-site installation of product suite and verification of suite functionality. Assistance in bringing client implementation of product suite online, including on-site development and importation strategies. Extensive travel, both domestic and international.
·Trainer – End-user training and “train-the-trainer” training of local professionals in the proper use and best practices of product suite.
·Troubleshooter – On-site and by-phone troubleshooting, problem-solving, and technical support for clients who experience problems after initial installation.
·Technical Support for sales staff. Extensive customer contact. Development of marketing strategies and programs for introducing and promoting business growth. Client base is primarily major petrochemical manufacturers, with several other industries also represented.
Nutro Products Corporation – Houston, Texas USA
Technical Director – October 1996-September 1998
·Responsibility for all worldwide technical field support, research and development, and quality control of oilfield specialty chemical production company
·Sourcing and evaluation of raw materials
·All regulatory-compliance responsibility, including transportation
·Supervision and direction of laboratory, office, and field personnel; approximately 25 people, one-fourth at local headquarters and the rest at various field offices around the world
·Extensive customer contact, including development of marketing strategies and programs for introducing and promoting business growth, specification of equipment for chemical delivery and treatment systems for customers, training of local professional staff to operate chemical delivery equipment and perform appropriate tests to monitor and control oil production chemical-treatment system, sales staff support, and occasional direct sales
·Designed and implemented company computer network
·Extensive travel, both domestic and international
Champion Technologies, Inc. – Houston, Texas USA
Research Chemist-Group Manager – September 1992-0ctober 1996
·Development of oilfield treating chemicals, systems, and additives
·Special projects design and management
·Sales, service, and technical support, including market development and occasional direct sales
·Extensive customer contact; extensive on-site troubleshooting and problem-solving
·Extensive domestic and international travel
·Supervision of team of chemists and technicians assigned to new-product R&D and resolving existing problems
M-I Drilling Fluids Company – Houston, Texas USA
Chemical Production Specialist – August 1987-September 1992
·Extensive international on-site troubleshooting and problem-solving for oilfield drilling-fluids manufacturer and supplier, at all levels from manufacturing to end use
·Problems included both technical aspects and regulatory governmental aspects of international oilfield business
·Sourcing of suitable raw materials from local-to-site suppliers and manufacturers
·Field office liaison
Witco Chemical Corporation, Organics Division – Houston, Texas USA
Organic Synthesis Chemist – August 1980-July 1987
·Synthesis and formulation of specialty chemicals for Energy (Oil, Gas, and Coal), Industry, Agriculture, Cosmetics, Personal and Household Care, and other markets
·Development of surfactants, emulsifiers, demulsifiers, corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, water treating compounds, paraffin treating compounds, foamers, defoamers, lubricants, dispersants, flocculants, oxygen scavengers, cleaning compounds, flow modifiers, etc.
·Involved in laboratory, pilot plant, and production operations.
·Supervision of technicians and operators assigned to specific projects.
·Considerable customer contact
Hughes Tool Company-Hughes Drilling Fluids (Oil Base, Inc.) – Houston, Texas USA
Research Chemist – 1976-1980
·Development of oilfield drilling fluid systems and additives, both laboratory and field work.
·Troubleshooting as needed.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Education
·Bachelor of Science degree (Chemistry/Biology double major), McNeese State University, Lake Charles, Louisiana, May 1976. Many college activities.
·Master of Science degree (Organic Chemistry), University of Houston, May 1988
Languages
·English (native language)
·Spanish (moderate, conversational skill level)
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