Robert Armstrong
Pueblo,CO
Summary
Energy executive and engineer with a background in reservoir management, operations, business development, and asset acquisition. Built and expanded producing portfolios, improved production, and launched ventures across oil and gas and construction through strategic property selection, team leadership, and disciplined execution.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
President/CEO
Sedalia Energy, LLC
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Identified North Dakota properties for equity deal with SFC Energy Partners, contributing to overall profitability despite industry downturn.
President/CEO
Sagebrush Resources LLC II
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Scouted properties in Montana and North Dakota to expand portfolio.
Entrepreneur
i-Control Inc.
01.2000 - 04.2011
- Presented oilfield data telemetry concept to aerospace contractor in California, leading to creation of i-Control Inc and securing Hewlett Packard contract for cashflow. They liked the idea and a portion of the aerospace company was spun off creating i-Control Inc with a Hewlett Packard contract for cash flow. We were the first company with the capability to send data pressure, production rates, temperatures, etc. from the field over the internet and store it for engineers to optimize production (now it seems old hat). Constructed first data collectors and repeaters to enable internet-based data transmission for oilfield monitoring. Expanded company operations into homeland security by developing monitoring solutions for transport ships, harbors, and borders. Stepped down to get equity funding. The company is still in operation.
- Founded new construction ventures under Armstrong Construction brand.
- Developed project scopes, bids, and client proposals for residential builds.
- Coordinated subcontractors, vendors, and site schedules across active construction jobs.
- Managed product planning and market strategy for i-Control Inc.
- Oversaw vendor partnerships and supplier communications.
- Nurtured client relationships to foster repeat business opportunities.
- Formulated company policies and enhanced internal operational workflows.
- Developed and updated website and social media profile pages to market products and services.
President/CEO
Sagebrush Resources LLC
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Identified and acquired Ballantyne Oil CO for $34MM, funded by Kane Anderson; drilled 60 horizontal mission canyon wells, increasing production to 2500 BOPD, sold to Petro Harvester for $175MM.
President/CEO
Range Energy LLC
01.2007 - 02.2007
- Established Range Energy and assembled a team that collaborated until 2017. Identified Ballantyne Oil company properties, facilitating transition to Sagebrush Resources LLC for equity funding.
- Directed Sedalia Energy operations, budgets, and executive planning.
- Guided project development from planning through field execution.
- Negotiated vendor, lease, and service contracts for energy projects.
- Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Led staff hiring, coaching, and performance discussions.
- Built relationships with landowners, partners, and community stakeholders.
Business Development manager
Stone Energy
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Although Stone Energy is primarily an offshore production company, they had approx. $10MM in assets in the Rockies. Spearheaded initiatives to expand energy assets in the Rockies. Assembled team and expanded assets to $575MM through strategic acquisitions. Stone became encumbered by a massive reserves write down in the Gulf of Mexico, and to alleviate this, Proposed asset sale to board, secured funding, and led sales effort. Kane Anderson was willing to back me, but attempted to lowball the offer. The assets were sold to Newfield for $575MM.
- Developed new business opportunities for energy market accounts and prospects.
- Built client relationships across Stone Energy service and commercial teams.
- Analyzed market trends to identify growth areas for exploration and production.
Operations/Reservoir engineer
Westport Oil and Gas
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Managed Williston Basin and Wyoming properties during significant growth period at Westport, contributing to operational scalability and property portfolio expansion. Supported transition during Westport's sale to Kerr McGee in 2004, ensuring continuity in property management and operations.
- Evaluated reservoir performance for Westport Oil and Gas producing assets.
- Built production forecasts using decline curves and reservoir models.
- Analyzed well logs, pressure data, and fluid properties for field studies.
Entrepreneur
Armstrong Construction
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Launched lucrative construction company after leaving Amoco Production Company. Contracted installation work for Great Indoors (a Sears company) marketing high-end bath and kitchen cabinets, floors, and appliances. Performed demolition and installed kitchen and bath tile, cabinets, sinks, and appliances. I left this business to join Westport Oil and Gas.
- Founded construction ventures under Armstrong Construction brand
- Developed project scopes for residential and commercial builds
- Coordinated subcontractors, vendors, and site schedules
Resource manager, Engineer
Amoco Production Company
01.1979 - 01.1999
- Initiated career with Amoco Production Company in Odessa, Texas, providing support for primary, secondary, and tertiary properties to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed Wind River Basin oil fields, Moxa and Wamsutter gas fields, and coalbed methane fields in northern Colorado, overseeing steamfloods and CO2 floods to optimize resource recovery.
- Transferred to Houston as reservoir engineer; continuing West Texas reservoir support.
- Coordinated resource planning for drilling and operations teams, managing field staff assignments and monitoring labor, equipment, and material availability to ensure production goals were met.
Engineer/Sales
Otis Engineering
01.1978 - 01.1979
- Odessa Texas, Trained in specialized skills related to equipment operations, Acquired practical experience in operational tasks across multiple projects and Conducted fieldwork on wireline, packers, coiled tubing, snubbing units, and surface and subsurface safety valves Advanced to the role of youngest salesman, completing various sales training programs and securing employment with Amoco Production Company during a sales call.
- Designed Otis Engineering field equipment drawings using CAD software.
- Reviewed engineering specifications for Otis Engineering tool assemblies.
- Supported field crews with equipment troubleshooting and technical guidance.
Education
BS - Ocean Engineering
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX01-1978
Skills
- Reservoir engineering
- Production optimization
- Oilfield development
- Energy economics
- Financial modeling
- Capital budgeting
- Asset acquisition
- Business development
- Project management
- Operations management
- Operational planning
- Strategic planning
- Cost management
- Cost control
- Budget management
- Vendor negotiation
- Resource management
- Revenue generation
- Revenue growth
- Process improvement
- Product development
- Change management
- Contract management
- Negotiation
- Contract management
- Stakeholder management
- Organizational leadership
- Team motivation
- Global market awareness
- Remote team management
- Quality assurance
- Regulatory compliance
- Innovation and creativity
- Strategic thinking
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Business planning
- Operations oversight
- Cost reduction
- Team motivation
- Budget management
- Quality assurance
- Cost reduction
- Acquisition strategy
- Portfolio management
- Team leadership
- Decision making
- Team development
- Entrepreneurial personality
Timeline
President/CEO
Sedalia Energy, LLC
01.2014 - 01.2017
President/CEO
Sagebrush Resources LLC II
01.2011 - 01.2014
President/CEO
Sagebrush Resources LLC
01.2007 - 01.2011
President/CEO
Range Energy LLC
01.2007 - 02.2007
Business Development manager
Stone Energy
01.2004 - 01.2007
Operations/Reservoir engineer
Westport Oil and Gas
01.2001 - 01.2004
Entrepreneur
i-Control Inc.
01.2000 - 04.2011
Entrepreneur
Armstrong Construction
01.1999 - 01.2001
Resource manager, Engineer
Amoco Production Company
01.1979 - 01.1999
Engineer/Sales
Otis Engineering
01.1978 - 01.1979
BS - Ocean Engineering
Texas A&M University