David Gallant
Katy,TX
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 27 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget and financial management. Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 27 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
SAExploration Inc
01.2018 - Current
- Managed the quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients
- Created and managed all P&L costs related to and for the programs, making sure all costs were managed properly
- Schedule and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts
- Track project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays
- Negotiate and manage third-party contracts related to project deliverables
- Develop and initiate projects, manage costs, and monitor performance
- Recruit and oversee personnel to achieve performance and quality targets
- Maintain open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers
- Report regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks
- Develop and implement strategic project plans to meet business objectives
- Coordinate material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements
- Monitor project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
Project Manager
Geokinetics Inc
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Same duties as above
- SAE took over Geokinetics in July 2018
- I continue my career with SAExploration.
Recording Crew Manager
CGG - Compagnie Générale de Géophysique
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Managed Land Acquisition Crews
- Managed and maintained over 175 workers on multiple projects including all sub-contractors in a variety of places in the Lower 48, Alaska and Canada
- Work up to 14-17 hrs a day
- Worked in several different states and provinces in the US and Canada
- Worked in remote places and a wide variety of conditions (ex
- North slope of Alaska)
- Work with clients to ensure programs are carried out with the highest degree of Safety, Quality, and Production
- Managed and completed all QHSE major targets prior to, during, and upon completion of projects
- Did jobs for BP, ConocoPhillips, CGG, Repsol, Accumulate Energy, TGS, Hilcorp Energy, EOG Resources Inc., Husky Energy, Marathon Oil, Great Bear, CNRL, and many more
- Review all job costs and ensuring jobs stayed on budget
- Responsible for Profit & Loss aspects of programs
- Responsible for getting crews and equipment ready for transport to selected seismic programs
- Organize all travel and accommodations for the crew when going to and from a job
- Work with Client Representatives, Health Safety Environment Departments, and Supervisors to ensure job is completed to everyone's satisfaction
- Maintain a great working relationship with all employees
- Ensure all employees and associates follow and advocate for Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment as per company/client guidelines
- Professionally represent SAExploration to the communities we worked in.
Senior Observer, Equipment Coordinator
Veritas DGC Inc
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
Equipment Coordinator, Head Linesman, Crew Leader
Enertec Resources
01.1995 - 01.2001
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs
- Maintained clean and organized facilities
- Inventoried and loaded supplies for travel
- Cleaned and washed uniforms and other equipment.
Skilled Laborer, Heavy Machine Operator
Georgetown Timber
01.1987 - 01.1995
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
Cashier
Brudenell Provincial Golf Course
01.1983 - 01.1987
- Stock boy, Organizer, Laborer
Education
High School Diploma -
Montague Regional High School
01.1998
Skills
- Technical Skills:
- MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point), Windows 95,98,2000 (Millennium Edition), XP, Internet Explorer, MS Outlook
- Systems:
- Sercel Recording Systems 408 UL and 428 XL Also, I/O System II ARAM Fairfield Nodal
Timeline
Project Manager
SAExploration Inc
01.2018 - Current
Project Manager
Geokinetics Inc
01.2015 - 01.2018
Recording Crew Manager
CGG - Compagnie Générale de Géophysique
01.2007 - 01.2015
Senior Observer, Equipment Coordinator
Veritas DGC Inc
01.2001 - 01.2007
Equipment Coordinator, Head Linesman, Crew Leader
Enertec Resources
01.1995 - 01.2001
Skilled Laborer, Heavy Machine Operator
Georgetown Timber
01.1987 - 01.1995
Cashier
Brudenell Provincial Golf Course
01.1983 - 01.1987
High School Diploma -
Montague Regional High School