Brian J. Parker
Spring
Summary
Results-driven management professional with over 20 years of expertise in the oil and gas industry, complemented by a strong background in compliance and process development. Proven leader with a demonstrated ability to guide high-performing teams, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and mentor talent. Recognized for driving organizational success through innovative solutions and strategic decision-making. Eager to embrace new challenges.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Director - Risk Engineering
Kinder Morgan
Houston, TX
2023 - Current
- Established and implemented the Integrity Management Program (IMP) across all Business Units, ensuring enterprise compliance with 49 CFR Part 192, Part 195, TRRC, and CSFM regulations while directly developing and managing an ~$500M annual Pipeline Integrity budget
- Built leadership succession readiness across a 14‑person organization by developing three new managers through structured mentorship, including full KMLR curriculum review, RC budget ownership, and performance management best‑practice workshops
- Led the redesign and deployment of the new INTEGRA codebase, delivering enhanced reporting widgets, valve segmentation and project‑level budget tracking across all Business Units with KMBF synchronization
- Defined a new Class Clustering methodology and led the implementation of the new Class Location Change rule business process which resulted in a combined >$200M LRO savings
- Represented Kinder Morgan in multiple INGAA Tier 1 initiatives, contributing subject‑matter leadership to executive committee–driven industry objectives and standards development
Manager - Risk Engineering
Kinder Morgan
Houston, TX
2016 - 2023
- Responsible for implementing Natural Gas Integrity Management Program (IMP) which demonstrates Kinder Morgan’s compliance with Part 192, establishes risk scores, and identifies prioritization for risk reduction measures. Responsible for developing ~$400M annual Pipeline Integrity budget
- Lead group of 13 employees, conduct performance reviews and manage RC budget
- Developed Risk Engineering training program to ensure risk engineers possess thorough knowledge of IMP and associated regulations as required by §192.915
- Led development and implementation of 25 Work Instructions to ensure repeatable adherence to IMP and 16 White Papers to establish Kinder Morgan’s position/interpretation on regulatory matters
- Utilized MS Project to track dozens of granular annual compliance related requirements
- Designed, developed and implemented new Web Application (INTEGRA) which has become the User Interface for conducting integrity management activities at Kinder Morgan for all business units.
- Represent Kinder Morgan’s IMP program in PHMSA, TRRC and Internal audits. Also correspond with PHMSA on incident related Corrective Action Orders and Remedial Work Plans
Manager - In-Line Inspection
Kinder Morgan
Houston, TX
03.2015 - 11.2016
- Responsible for overseeing over 300 In-Line Inspection surveys annually; including data quality analysis, Action Plan generation, anomaly remediation and ILI tool validation
- Led group of 6 employees, conducted performance reviews and managed RC Budget
- Designed and developed actionable anomaly algorithm and User Interface to replace historic excel based processes
- Implemented API 1163 compliant ILI Tool Validation process
- Led development and implementation of 13 Work Instructions to ensure repeatable adherence to ILI procedure O&M 916
- Represented Kinder Morgan’s ILI program in PHMSA and TRRC audits
Manager - Field Integrity
Kinder Morgan
Houston, TX
09.2013 - 03.2015
- Responsible for overseeing Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) processes, vendors and technicians for ILI Remediation program
- Designed, developed and implemented 3rd party NDE training material, examinations and ‘KM Approved Technician’ program
- Designed, developed and implemented 5 new KM Online Forms, including initial launch and training of KM Online Forms system
- Established extensive KPI’s to track both NDE vendor and technician performance/trends
- Evaluated, tested and implemented 3D scanning equipment to replace manual handheld pit gauges and rulers
Manager - Data Analysis
ROSEN USA
Houston, TX
02.2010 - 09.2013
- Lead department of up to 70 data analysis staff
- Created, implemented and reported critical KPI's to corporate management
- Lead efforts to optimize algorithms and analysis processes to reduce reporting times
- Utilized leadership skills to reduce Employee Turnover Rate from 41% down to 7%
- Represented ROSEN USA Data Analysis in ILI-PQ and API 1163 audits
- 2012 ROSEN USA Manager of the Year
Team Leader - Data Analysis
ROSEN USA
Houston, TX
04.2004 - 02.2010
- Lead team of up to 9 data analysts
- Performed training, QA/QC and performance reviews for Level 1 and analysis trainees
- Lead point of contact for major customers including Kinder Morgan
- Achieved 3 consecutive years of on-time reporting
Data Analyst
ROSEN USA
Houston, TX
2002 - 2004
- Performed data analysis and signal interpretation on In-Line Inspection Raw Data; >5,000 miles of reported results
- Axial Magnetic Flux Leakage and Caliper Level 2 Certified (ILI-PQ)
Education
BBA - Finance
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12-2001
Skills
- Leadership
- Process Development
- Accountability
- Detail Oriented
- Problem Solving
- Goal-Setting
- Teamwork
- Communication (Written and Verbal)
- Time Management
Timeline
Manager - In-Line Inspection
Kinder Morgan
03.2015 - 11.2016
Manager - Field Integrity
Kinder Morgan
09.2013 - 03.2015
Manager - Data Analysis
ROSEN USA
02.2010 - 09.2013
Team Leader - Data Analysis
ROSEN USA
04.2004 - 02.2010
Director - Risk Engineering
Kinder Morgan
2023 - Current
Manager - Risk Engineering
Kinder Morgan
2016 - 2023
Data Analyst
ROSEN USA
2002 - 2004
BBA - Finance
Texas Tech University