edward ofori-asabere
Stafford,VA
Summary
Strategic Senior Exploration Geologist skilled in geological field mapping, subsurface exploration, and drilling operations. Expertise in leveraging geospatial data and GIS tools to enhance mineral exploration. Recognized for innovative approaches in identifying oil and gas reserves and leading multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals while adhering to safety protocols.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
4
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years of post-secondary education
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Exploration Geologist
Parsons
Denver, Colorado
12.2008 - Current
- Led Parsons exploration geologic field programs for mineral target evaluation.
- Supervised drilling logs, core descriptions, and sample handling procedures.
- Mapped lithology, structure, and alteration zones across exploration areas.
- Coordinated GIS data, geologic models, and field database updates.
- Reviewed assay results and validated QA/QC sample records.
- Prepared technical reports and exploration summaries for Parsons project teams.
- Mentored geologists and field crews on safety and logging standards.
- Supported permit compliance and environmental controls during exploration work.
- Facilitated communication between exploration teams in various locations around the world.
- Monitored environmental conditions at exploration sites to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Interpreted seismic, gravity and magnetic surveys to identify subsurface anomalies.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings while ensuring quality control standards were met.
- Performed statistical analysis of collected data to detect trends or patterns in rock formations.
- Maintained records of all activities related to exploration projects for future reference.
- Designed drill plans and supervised drilling operations in remote locations.
- Analyzed core samples from exploratory wells using petrography and other methods.
- Generated 3D geological models to assess potential mineral resources.
- Organized regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss progress on ongoing projects.
- Provided technical guidance to junior geologists during the evaluation of potential mineral deposits.
- Researched industry standards and best practices related to mineral exploration techniques.
- Evaluated regional geology, including stratigraphy, structure and lithology of prospective areas.
- Created maps and cross-sections based on current geologic information to support project objectives.
- Conducted detailed analysis of geological data and prepared reports on findings.
- Developed and implemented field exploration programs for new mineral targets.
- Characterized sediment through careful study and geological knowledge.
- Executed geophysical data collection for unexploded ordnance (UXO) in various field locations.
- Geophyical mapping for mineral exploration, water, civil engineering and structure defect
Geotechnical Technician
Encon consultants
Chantilly, Virginia
01.2004 - 11.2008
- Geotechnical Inspector
- Test soil, concrete, asphalt and re- bars
- Inspect building foundation
Exploration Geophysicist
Ashanti Goldfields
Obuasi, Ghana
09.1996 - 12.2004
- Interpreted seismic, gravity and magnetic surveys to identify subsurface anomalies.
- Analyzed geochemical and geophysical data to predict future seismic, volcanic and gravitational happenings.
- Mapped lithology, structure, and alteration zones across exploration areas.
- Evaluated regional geology, including stratigraphy, structure and lithology of prospective areas.
- Generated 3D geological models to assess potential mineral resources.
- Analyzed core samples from exploratory wells using petrography and other methods.
- Performed statistical analysis of collected data to detect trends or patterns in rock formations.
- Coordinated GIS data, geologic models, and field database updates.
- Prepared technical reports and exploration summaries for AGC project teams.
- Led AGC exploration geologic field programs for mineral target evaluation.
- Supervised drilling logs, core descriptions, and sample handling procedures.
- Reviewed existing geological models and proposed modifications as needed.
- Provided technical guidance to junior geologists during the evaluation of potential mineral deposits.
- Mentored geologists and field crews on safety and logging standards.
- Collaborated with team members to develop innovative solutions to complex challenges in the field.
- Created maps and cross-sections based on current geologic information to support project objectives.
- Conducted detailed analysis of geological data and prepared reports on findings.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions focused on expanding exploration operations into new regions.
- Put together accurate and timely reports to comply with client protocols and government requirements.
- Inspected construction projects to analyze engineering problems using drilling machinery.
- Inspected construction projects to analyze engineering problems using drilling machinery.
Education
Master of Arts - Health Administration
Strayer University
Woodbridge, VA 09.2006 - 06.2008
Master of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana 09.1997 - 09.1999
Skills
- Mineral exploration
- Geologic mapping
- Core logging
- 3D modeling
- GIS analysis
- Geophysical interpretation
- Geochemistry
- Geochemical analysis
- Geostatistical analysis
- Drill planning
- Seismic interpretation
- Geophysical data analysis
- Geophysical surveying
- Remote sensing
- Field sampling techniques
- Geological fieldwork
- Explorations execution
- Environmental geology
- Hydrogeology expertise
- Structural geology
- Geotechnical engineering
- Site suitability studies
- Electrical surveys
- Magnetic surveying
- Gravity surveying
- Earthquake seismology
- Sedimentology
- Data integration
- Geoscience applications
- Field supervision
- Technical report writing
- Report preparation
- Field supervision
- Research initiatives
- Problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Research initiatives
- Geological fieldwork
- Explorations execution
- Geophysical surveying
- Gravity surveying
- Seismic surveying
Languages
English
Professional
Affiliations
- Farming
- Music
- Soccer
- Evangelism
- Singing
- Traveling
Certification
- BSc Geology
- MPhil Geophysics
- MA Healthcare Administration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Exploration Geologist
Parsons
12.2008 - Current
Master of Arts - Health Administration
Strayer University
09.2006 - 06.2008
Geotechnical Technician
Encon consultants
01.2004 - 11.2008
Master of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
University of Ghana
09.1997 - 09.1999
Exploration Geophysicist
Ashanti Goldfields
09.1996 - 12.2004