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Brent Adkins

Brent Adkins

Cypress,TX

Summary

Recognized wireline expert with over 23 years of proven success in operations and account management in the oilfield services industry ready to transition to a career with an upstream oil & gas operator. Inclusive team-oriented individual; highly adept at prioritizing, delegating, and motivating diverse groups of people. Exemplary problem solver who finds innovative solutions to complex problems. Articulate and personable communicator with exceptional oral and written skills. Strong administrative skills include personnel, project, and P&L management in addition to client and contract management.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Wireline Account Manager - Occidental Petroleum

Schlumberger
08.2019 - Current
  • Grew Wireline account from Top-10 account status to preferred vendor status and the #3 Schlumberger Wireline account in the Gulf of Mexico
  • Responsible for all aspects of contract management including tender response, negotiation, drafting, reviewing, and auditing
  • Negotiated contract terms with clients, securing favorable agreements for both parties
  • Team member and trusted advisor in Occidental planning meetings for the development of wireline logging programs for both Gulf of Mexico operations and International ops
  • In-house real-time collaboration with Occidental geologist, Petrophysicists and Reservoir Engineers on formation and fluid sampling operations
  • Collaborated with sales team to identify potential upsell opportunities and expand client base.

Wireline Sales Engineer - Technical Sales - Shell

Schlumberger
08.2019 - Current
  • Grew Wireline account from non-vendor status to preferred vendor status and the #1 Schlumberger Wireline account in the Gulf of Mexico
  • Collaborated closely with internal teams to deliver top-notch customer service, ensuring seamless implementation of products and services
  • Increased sales revenue by consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets through effective client presentations and product demonstrations
  • Provided technical support to customers during pre-sales consultations, addressing concerns, and offering solutions tailored to their needs.

Deepwater Project Coordinator

Schlumberger
10.2006 - 08.2019
    • Worked primarily for specific clients assisting in the management of all phases of the evaluation project, to include contracts and pricing, personnel management, logistics, pre and post well reviews, and operation execution
    • Management of 6 to 14 personnel dependent on scope of project in order to complete over 100 well projects generating in excess of $260 million in gross revenues over the course of 13 years
    • Decreased project completion times by efficiently prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to team members
    • Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle

Field Test Coordinator

Schlumberger
01.2004 - 09.2006
  • Assisted in the development and testing of experimental technology by coordinating and performing a variety of logging jobs throughout North America while working closely with engineering teams in Paris, France for modifications and/or alterations when needed and recommended
  • Implemented risk-based testing approaches to prioritize critical test cases, effectively reducing overall testing efforts
  • Ensured accurate reporting of defects by consistently maintaining detailed documentation throughout the testing process
  • Conducted thorough analysis of test results, identifying patterns and trends that led to targeted improvements

Wireline Field Engineer

Schlumberger
10.2002 - 01.2004
  • Improved operational efficiency by optimizing wireline processes and implementing new technologies
  • Maintained a safe work environment for all personnel through continuous monitoring, enforcing safety rules, and providing regular training sessions
  • Enhanced safety measures for field operations by conducting thorough risk assessments and developing targeted safety protocols
  • Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving equipment malfunctions during wireline operations
  • Increased project success rate with meticulous planning of wireline jobs, including accurate estimation of resources needed
  • Accountable for environmental compliance with state and federal regulations to include the NRC, ATF, and EPA

Wireline Field Engineer

Schlumberger
07.2001 - 10.2002
    • Ranked second in class of 24 Field Engineers at the Venezuela Learning Center
    • Promoted to lead engineer at nine months seniority
    • District Radiation and Safety Engineer

Combat Engineer

Oklahoma Army National Guard
02.1997 - 03.2002
  • Enhanced team efficiency by developing and implementing tactical plans for combat engineering tasks
  • Maximized operational readiness with thorough equipment maintenance and repair procedures
  • Improved safety measures by conducting risk assessments and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies
  • Constructed durable bridges, roads, and field fortifications to facilitate troop movements and logistics support
  • Completed service as Platoon Leader in charge of 28 soldiers focused on training and competency
  • Increased unit proficiency by leading rigorous training exercises in demolitions, mine warfare, and obstacle construction

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
05.2001

Skills

  • Trend Forecasting
  • Team Training
  • Sales Analysis
  • Account Management
  • Customer Service
  • Business Development
  • Customer Training
  • Project Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Revenue Generation
  • Account Development
  • Client Relationship Management

Affiliations

  • SPE - Society of Petroleum Engineers
  • SPWLA - Society of Professional Well Log Analyst
  • ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Timeline

Wireline Account Manager - Occidental Petroleum

Schlumberger
08.2019 - Current

Wireline Sales Engineer - Technical Sales - Shell

Schlumberger
08.2019 - Current

Deepwater Project Coordinator

Schlumberger
10.2006 - 08.2019

Field Test Coordinator

Schlumberger
01.2004 - 09.2006

Wireline Field Engineer

Schlumberger
10.2002 - 01.2004

Wireline Field Engineer

Schlumberger
07.2001 - 10.2002

Combat Engineer

Oklahoma Army National Guard
02.1997 - 03.2002

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

Oklahoma State University
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