Ricardo Baer
Midland,Texas
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator - Environmental
NTG
01.2023 - Current
- Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Managed multiple contractors, reviewing invoicing, validating one calls and damage prevention Practices
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for project managers, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Developed strong relationships with client and contractors through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by closely monitoring applicable laws and regulations within the industry sector throughout each stage of the project life cycle.
- Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Decreased project completion times by efficiently prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to team members.
Project Coordinator
Standard Safety And Supply
05.2021 - 01.2023
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing new organizational tools and software.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- 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.
- Identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to project timelines.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Elevated overall quality of completed projects by consistently monitoring progress and addressing issues proactively.
- Conducted thorough post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement in future initiatives.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for cost-effective procurement of resources needed for each project''s success.
- Facilitated frequent progress reports and presentations to keep management informed about ongoing activities within their respective domains.
- Ensured prompt resolution of any conflicts or obstacles encountered during the course of a project''s execution phase, helping maintain smooth workflow across departments involved in its completion process.
- Assisted in developing training materials and organized workshops aimed at enhancing skill sets among staff members working under various capacities on different projects within the organization.
- Played an active role in brainstorming sessions held for the purpose of generating innovative ideas/solutions which could potentially be incorporated into existing/new projects being undertaken by the company.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.
- Provided input and feedback on departmental initiatives, directives and strategies to contribute to project success.
- Coordinated venue and catering arrangements, speaker and attendee liaison and material distribution for meetings and events.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Environmental Field Supervisor
Culberson Construction Inc.
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Enhanced environmental data quality by collecting and managing soil, water, and air samples with precision.
- Improved project efficiency through meticulous documentation of field activities, observations, and analytical results.
- Assisted in the remediation of contaminated sites by conducting soil excavation and groundwater treatment processes.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to environmental protocols during fieldwork and reporting activities.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing clear communication regarding project status and potential issues.
- Supported project managers in developing cost-effective strategies for site investigations and environmental assessments.
- Maintained safety standards by participating in hazard assessments and implementing necessary controls during fieldwork.
- Optimized equipment performance through routine calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of monitoring instruments.
- Contributed to successful environmental permitting efforts by gathering pertinent information for permit applications.
- Streamlined data analysis processes with thorough organization of sample collection records, laboratory results, and technical reports.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to achieve comprehensive understanding of project goals and environmental impacts.
- Detected areas requiring corrective actions through diligent monitoring of soil vapor extraction systems or other remedial technologies employed onsite.
- Performed emergency response activities, tank cleaning and equipment decontamination.
- Worked with site to maintain compliance with applicable environment regulations.
- Coordinated machinery delivery with multiple vendors and contractors
- Performed and coordinated with one call utilities.
- Scheduled employees and contractors on location.
- Directed best practices for soil remediation.
Lease Operator I
Pioneer Natural Resources
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Improved operational efficiency by closely monitoring well performance and adjusting pump settings as needed.
- Reduced downtime for oilfield equipment through regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Ensured safety standards were met by conducting thorough inspections and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Enhanced production levels with proper management of wellhead pressures and flow rates.
- Optimized the recovery of oil reserves by analyzing reservoir data and making recommendations for adjustments in pumping strategies.
- Supported continuous learning within the team, sharing insights from experience on best practices for efficient pumper operations.
- Performed troubleshooting on malfunctioning equipment, ensuring timely resolutions that minimized production delays.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities, equipment readings, and maintenance tasks performed, facilitating smooth communication between team members.
- Managed multiple wells simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on need and urgency levels while maintaining optimal production results.
- Coordinated with other departments such as drilling or production engineering to ensure seamless integration of new wells into existing infrastructure systems without disruption to ongoing operations.
- Responded quickly to changing conditions affecting well productivity or safety, adapting procedures accordingly to minimize negative impacts on output or personnel wellbeing.
- Assisted with the installation, repair, or replacement of pumping equipment as needed, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent productivity levels.
- Maintained a strong working knowledge of industry regulations and best practices, applying this expertise in daily decision-making processes related to oilfield pumper activities.
- Provided timely reports on well performance, equipment status, and maintenance needs to supervisors and other relevant stakeholders for informed decision making regarding resource allocation.
- Conducted daily inspections of surface equipment and pumps to identify and address seal leaks, improper priming and other minor operational inefficiencies.
- Troubleshot and repaired day-to-day operational issues to keep productivity levels high and prevent safety hazards.
- Safeguarded company assets, immediately reporting security violations to supervisors to prevent or mitigate corporate loss.
- Inspected facilities routinely for operational safety and environmental compliance.
- Monitored pumps and flow lines for gas and fluid leaks.
- Mentored new lease operators to develop their skills and enhance overall team performance.
SWD Tech
Pioneer Natural Resources
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Kept facilities clean, neat and organized at all times to give areas professional and fresh appeal.
- Removed safety hazards, soiled items and trash from areas.
- Troubleshot and repaired day-to-day operational issues to keep productivity levels high and prevent safety hazards.
- Safeguarded all company assets, immediately reporting any security violations to supervisors to prevent or mitigate loss to company.
- Corrected any unsafe conditions or practices immediately upon recognition to eliminate workplace accidents.
- Reviewed all repair procedures and methods during course of repairs to minimize safety hazards and negative environmental impact while restoring company equipment to working order.
- Cultivated habit of continually assessing outputs resulting from current production methods to identify and implement improvements to productivity.
- Recommended changes to work flows or on-site procedures with effort towards increasing profitability of leases.
- Reported actual or potential environmental incidents immediately to supervisors to assist in minimizing harmful outcomes and quickly restoring order.
- Inspected facilities routinely for operational safety and environmental compliance.
- Conducted daily inspections of surface equipment and pumps to identify and address seal leaks, improper priming and other minor operational inefficiencies.
- Performed cleaning, repair and maintenance activities to keep equipment functional and safe.
- Maintained efficient systems to meet daily goals for gas, oil and water production.
- Monitored wells to track and document flow, fluid levels and temperatures.
- Collaborated with roustabouts and related service employees to managing daily operations and repair needs.
- Monitored pumps and flow lines for gas and fluid leaks.
- Trouble shooting systems including LACT and pumps.
- Respond to SCADA alarms, research trends and monitor for potential loss of flow.
- Maintain production on horizontal and vertical batteries.
Lease Operator II
Pioneer Natural Resources
12.2014 - 07.2016
- Maximized lease revenue by conducting regular site visits and ensuring proper lease compliance.
- Collaborated with field technicians to maintain equipment and perform routine maintenance, extending the life of assets.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed on-site, minimizing accidents and maintaining a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Monitored daily production reports to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient execution of projects, reducing delays and increasing productivity.
- Conducted risk assessments before initiating any work activity onsite.
- Maintained clean, tidy and professional well operations in line with company standards.
- Logged official production numbers from equipment readings and monitored trends.
- Used correct lockout and tag-out procedures when conducting maintenance on equipment.
- Enforced safety regulations and completed forms for compliant site operations.
- Monitored pumps and flow lines for gas and fluid leaks.
- Documented daily production using EVIN and produced timely reports.
- Streamlined communication with landowners, addressing concerns promptly and fostering positive relationships.
- Reduced downtime by proactively identifying and resolving equipment issues in a timely manner.
- Optimized production rates through careful monitoring of well performance and making necessary adjustments.
Field Supervisor
Nova Safety And Environmental
09.2012 - 12.2014
- Improved project efficiency by consistently monitoring work progress and providing timely feedback to team members.
- Enhanced team productivity with thorough training sessions on safety protocols and daily task management.
- Reduced project completion time by effectively delegating tasks and setting clear goals for the field team.
- Ensured quality control through meticulous inspections of job sites, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Managed various ground water remediation location in New Mexico and Texas
- Conducted site visits and ensure quality of reports.
- Maintained ground water remediation systems.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Developed strong rapport with clients through excellent customer service skills and attention to detail on projects.
- Minimized downtime on job sites by developing efficient schedules that accounted for potential obstacles or challenges.
- Played a pivotal role in winning new contracts by showcasing strong project management skills and delivering high-quality results on past projects.
- Met with customers to resolve issues and build productive relationships.
Infantry Fire Team Leader
US Army
05.2006 - 12.2014
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective communication strategies and tactical planning.
- Led successful missions by conducting thorough pre-mission briefings and ensuring team members understood objectives.
- Improved overall unit readiness with consistent training exercises focused on individual skills and teamwork.
- Maintained high levels of discipline, resulting in a cohesive and efficient fire team.
- Developed leadership skills within the team through mentorship and regular feedback sessions.
- Conducted security operations to protect installations and critical infrastructure from potential threats.
- Maintained physical fitness standards within the fire team by organizing group workouts and promoting healthy lifestyles.
Maintenance Technician
City Of Odessa
10.2011 - 03.2012
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Ensured smoother operations, maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
Utility Line Locator
USIC Locating Services
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Improved efficiency by accurately locating and marking underground utility lines for various projects.
- Enhanced safety by diligently identifying potential hazards associated with underground utilities.
- Expedited project timelines by quickly responding to locate requests from contractors and homeowners.
- Provided detailed documentation of utility line locations, facilitating accurate planning and construction processes.
- Conducted thorough site evaluations for potential conflicts between existing utilities and proposed construction plans.
- Mitigated damage risk by providing clear communication to construction crews regarding the location of sensitive utility lines.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues within the organization, sharing knowledge and experience in order to improve overall performance in the field of utility line locating services.
- Worked outdoors in harsh conditions to complete utilities location requirements within expected timeframes.
- Coordinated with various contractors on timeline and conflicts
- Optimized workload routing to reduce ticket time.
Education
High School Diploma -
Olympic High School
Charlotte, NC05.2006
Skills
- Good Judgment
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Resource Coordination
- Detail Oriented
- Resource Mobilization
- Regulatory Compliance
- Project Management
- Budget Coordination
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving
- Vendor Management
- Attention to Detail
- Deadline Adherence
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Certified CSHO, TEEX - 2020-
Military Service
Texas Army National Guard- Jan 2006- Aug 2008
Operation Iraqi Freedom Aug 2008 - Aug 2009
Texas Army National Guard Aug 2009 - Dec 2014
Honorable discharge
Awards include
- Army good conduct medal
- Combat Infantryman Badge
- Iraqi campaign medal w/ campaign star
Timeline
Project Coordinator - Environmental
NTG
01.2023 - Current
Project Coordinator
Standard Safety And Supply
05.2021 - 01.2023
Environmental Field Supervisor
Culberson Construction Inc.
05.2019 - 02.2020
Lease Operator I
Pioneer Natural Resources
07.2018 - 05.2019
SWD Tech
Pioneer Natural Resources
07.2016 - 07.2018
Lease Operator II
Pioneer Natural Resources
12.2014 - 07.2016
Field Supervisor
Nova Safety And Environmental
09.2012 - 12.2014
Maintenance Technician
City Of Odessa
10.2011 - 03.2012
Utility Line Locator
USIC Locating Services
01.2010 - 01.2011
Infantry Fire Team Leader
US Army
05.2006 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Olympic High School
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