Stephen Cockrell
Manvel
Summary
Senior operations executive with expertise in asset integrity and mechanical processes. Successfully managed a $230 million Asset Integrity Management program across multiple refinery locations, driving operational performance and profitability. Known for building high-performing teams and delivering significant revenue growth in complex project environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
AIMI Deployment Lead
BluoSoft LLC
05.2023 - 07.2026
- Led implementation of Phillips 66's enterprise Asset Integrity Mechanical Integrity (AIMI) program with an implementation budget exceeding $230 million.
- Directed AIMI implementation across five Phillips 66 refinery locations, ensuring consistent application of integrity standards.
- Standardized Mechanical Integrity processes across multiple operating sites, enhancing compliance and operational reliability.
- Coordinated refinery leadership, engineering teams, corporate stakeholders, and implementation vendors to align efforts and drive successful program execution.
West Regional General Manager
Intertek AIM
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Led six regional offices generating approximately $150 million in annual revenue.
- Managed regional P&L to ensure financial health through effective budgeting, forecasting, staffing, and performance oversight.
- Directed operations across Houston, Longview, Midland, Corpus Christi, Port Arthur, and Bellingham to optimize service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Managed strategic refinery accounts including Phillips 66, Shell, BASF, Valero, Huntsman, and GBR to strengthen client relationships and drive revenue growth.
- Functioned as Corporate Positive Material Identification (PMI) Subject Matter Expert.
Houston Office Manager / Key Account Manager
Intertek AIM
08.2021 - 05.2022
Key Account Manager / PMI Subject Matter Expert
Intertek AIM
07.2018 - 08.2021
- Managed strategic refinery accounts, fostering relationships with Phillips 66, Shell, BASF, Valero, Huntsman, and GBR to drive account growth.
- Led six regional offices, achieving $150 million in annual revenue through effective leadership and operational oversight.
- Managed regional P&L, budgeting, forecasting, staffing, and operational performance.
- Directed operations across Houston, Longview, Midland, Corpus Christi, Port Arthur, and Bellingham, enhancing regional service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Functioned as Corporate Positive Material Identification (PMI) Subject Matter Expert.
Operations Manager / Turnaround Manager / Project Manager / Corporate PMI Subject Matter Expert
Acuren Inspection
09.2015 - 07.2018
- Oversaw nationwide refinery turnarounds, capital projects, and emergency response operations to ensure safety and compliance.
- Managed turnaround staffing budgets exceeding $500,000 annually.
- Coordinated workforce planning, staffing, logistics, equipment, fleet, and operational resources to optimize operational effectiveness.
- Created PMI procedures, technical standards, training, and qualification programs to enhance project management capabilities.
- Increased Southwest Region call-out business from less than $1 million to more than $40 million annually.
Turnaround / Project Manager / PMI Subject Matter Expert
Acuren Inspection
08.2009 - 09.2015
PMI Manager / Technician / Subject Matter Expert
Acuren Inspection
08.2008 - 07.2009
Technician • Project Manager • Operations Leader
PMI Specialists, Inc.
09.1996 - 08.2008
- Managed refinery turnaround, maintenance, and specialty inspection projects to ensure operational reliability.
- Supervised field inspection teams and coordinated project execution to meet client specifications.
- Managed scheduling, staffing, logistics, and customer deliverables.
- Facilitated company growth from 2 to 27 employees by implementing effective recruitment and training processes.
Education
Civil Engineering -
Lamar University
Skills
- Mechanical integrity
- Project management
- Turnaround strategy
- Asset management
- PMI SME
- Inspection services
- P&L oversight
- Budget planning
- Executive operations leadership
- Regional management
- Client management
- Business development
- Workforce strategy
- Safety leadership
Professional References
- John Harville, Director, Refining Inspection Assurance, Phillips 66
- Stacy Cotie, Chief Commercial Officer, NVI NDT
- Jimmie R. George, Vice President, Refining Consulting Services, BluoSoft LLC
Affiliations
- Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Volunteer, 2018 to Present, Current duties are Assistant Club Chairman
Timeline
AIMI Deployment Lead
BluoSoft LLC
05.2023 - 07.2026
West Regional General Manager
Intertek AIM
05.2022 - 05.2023
Houston Office Manager / Key Account Manager
Intertek AIM
08.2021 - 05.2022
Key Account Manager / PMI Subject Matter Expert
Intertek AIM
07.2018 - 08.2021
Operations Manager / Turnaround Manager / Project Manager / Corporate PMI Subject Matter Expert
Acuren Inspection
09.2015 - 07.2018
Turnaround / Project Manager / PMI Subject Matter Expert
Acuren Inspection
08.2009 - 09.2015
PMI Manager / Technician / Subject Matter Expert
Acuren Inspection
08.2008 - 07.2009
Technician • Project Manager • Operations Leader
PMI Specialists, Inc.
09.1996 - 08.2008
Civil Engineering -
Lamar University