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Running and maintaining centrifuges, control panels, drying shakers, vertical dryers, dewatering equipment, and all construction equipment used to transfer solids from drilling fluid. * Required to ...

Experience in the Solids Control field or similar mechanical experience to identify potential mechanical issues. * Willingness to learn NOV policies, procedures, and equipment operations. * Maintain ...

Experience in the Solids Control field or similar mechanical experience to identify potential mechanical issues. * Willingness to learn NOV policies, procedures, and equipment operations. * Maintain ...

Expertly complete Solids Control Surveys, including rig ups, rig downs, troubleshooting, repair, and fluid routing. * Perform Solids Control analysis and provide appropriate recommendations.

* Ability to satisfactorily perform solids control analysis and provide appropriate recommendations * Ability to satisfactorily complete electrical rig ups, rig downs, trouble shooting and repair

* Ability to satisfactorily perform solids control analysis and provide appropriate recommendations * Ability to satisfactorily complete electrical rig ups, rig downs, trouble shooting and repair

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Project Manager - Western Hemisphere - Brandt

Houston, TX • On-site

National Oilwell Varco
Oil and Gas Extraction • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago


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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 72 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Overview
The Project Manager is responsible for planning and executing solids control projects across land and offshore drilling operations. This role ensures equipment, personnel, and services are delivered safely, on time, and in line with customer expectations. The position sits between operations, service technicians, field crews, and the client, with full accountability for project performance.

Key Responsibilities
Plan and manage solids control projects from planning to mobilization through execution.
Coordinate equipment, personnel, and logistics for land and offshore rigs.
Work closely with internal stake holders, 3rd party contractors, drilling contractors, and operators to align on scope and execution.
Monitor daily operations, performance, and cost against plan.
Ensure compliance with all HSE standards and company procedures.
Identify operational risks early and resolve issues in real time.
Manage vendors, transportation, and equipment readiness.
Track project financials including cost control, invoicing, and margin performance.
Provide clear reporting to internal leadership and customers.
Support field teams and step in when escalation is needed.

Requirements
Experience in solids control, drilling fluids, or related oilfield services.
Proven track record managing field operations or projects in oil and gas.
Strong understanding of drilling operations, rig workflows, and equipment.
Ability to operate in high pressure environments with tight timelines.
Strong communication skills with both field personnel and customers.
Willingness to travel to field locations, including offshore as required.

Preferred
Experience with centrifuges, shakers, and related solids control equipment.
Offshore experience and relevant certifications (BOSIET, HUET, etc.).
PMP or equivalent project management training.

Success Looks Like
Safe execution with zero incidents.
Equipment on location and running when the rig needs it.
Minimal non productive time tied to solids control.
Projects delivered on budget with strong margins.
Customers who trust you to solve problems without escalation.


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Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment and operational support necessary for success. We have the people, capabilities and vision to serve the needs of a challenging and evolving industry. One the world can’t live without. We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create lasting impact for ourselves, our customers and the communities where we live and work. We take responsibility for each other and our company’s future, knowing that personal ownership leads to broader success. We believe in purposeful innovation because we see what others do not and we act. Through business innovation, product creation and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.

Industry

Oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1841