Data Analyst III

Senior Data Analyst (Hybrid – Denver, CO) Contract Position 

We are seeking a Senior Data Analyst to support the Rockies region, delivering dedicated analytical capabilities to the Drilling & Completions (D&C) organization. This strategic operations-embedded role focuses on transforming raw data into high‑value insights that enhance operational efficiency, well delivery performance, and capital management.
The successful candidate will serve as a trusted analytical partner to D&C leadership, engineers, and field personnel—building dashboards, analytics, and automated solutions that directly influence business outcomes. This role requires a seasoned analyst capable of working independently, solving complex problems, and presenting findings clearly to stakeholders at all levels, including executives.

Key Responsibilities Data Analysis & Insights

• Extract, analyze, and interpret complex datasets to support strategic decision‑making.
• Build and maintain SQL queries across enterprise systems (OXYODS, OpenWells, operational databases) for D&C reporting.
• Conduct detailed analysis of drilling and completions performance, timelines, costs, and operational KPIs.
• Translate technical analysis into actionable insights and business recommendations.

Dashboard Development & Visualization

• Develop, enhance, and maintain Power BI and/or Spotfire dashboards for D&C and Operations teams.
• Create clear visualizations for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Troubleshoot dashboard issues, reconnect data sources, and optimize refresh performance.
• Ensure alignment to enterprise BI standards.

Process Automation & Optimization

• Use automation tools to streamline recurring data analysis and business workflows.
• Identify manual processes and introduce automated solutions.
• Build reusable SQL templates, stored procedures, and data pipelines.
• Continuously seek efficiency improvements in data and reporting workflows.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Support

• Partner with D&C engineers, operations leaders, and business teams to define data needs and deliver analytical support.
• Collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, and IT teams.
• Respond to ad‑hoc data requests promptly while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Document data lineage, logic, and reporting methodologies.

Data Quality & Governance

• Develop validation queries and perform ongoing QC across multiple data sources.
• Monitor data freshness and proactively identify anomalies.
• Support master data management for wells, pads, assets, and operational hierarchies.

Required Qualifications Experience

• 3+ years as a Data Analyst, BI Analyst, or similar role.
• 2+ years writing complex SQL queries in production environments, including new query development and optimization.
• 2+ years building and managing Power BI and/or Spotfire dashboards.
• Experience supporting operations, engineering, or field teams in data‑intensive environments.

Technical Skills

• Advanced SQL expertise (CTEs, joins, aggregations, window functions, string manipulation).
• Proficiency in Power BI (preferred) or Spotfire (required).
• Strong foundation in relational database concepts and data modeling.
• High proficiency in Excel.
• Experience with Git or Azure DevOps is a plus.

Analytical & Problem‑Solving

• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to transform complex datasets into clear business insights.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Comfortable working with ambiguous requirements and iterating toward solutions.

Communication & Collaboration

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels, including executives.
• Strong team collaboration skills across engineering, operations, and business groups.
• Self‑starter with strong organizational and multitasking ability.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Finance, or related field.

Work Location

• Ability to work a hybrid schedule in downtown Denver, CO.

Preferred Qualifications

• D&C or upstream oil & gas experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with OpenWells or other well data systems (Landmark, PPDM‑based).
• Familiarity with oil & gas operational metrics:
  • API numbers, pads, formations, lateral lengths
  • Drilling metrics (spud dates, drill days, directional surveys)
  • Completions metrics (stages, proppant, pump schedules, frac timelines)
• Programming experience in Python or R.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps).
• Experience working with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).

What You’ll Work With

• Stakeholders: D&C teams, Operations, Field personnel, Business units, Regulatory, HSE
• Databases: OXYODS, OpenWells, operational and financial planning systems
• BI Tools: Power BI, Spotfire
• Data Types: Drilling/completions data, timelines, KPIs, cost data, milestone dates
• Tools: SSMS, SQL query tools, Excel, Power BI, Spotfire, Git/Azure DevOps

About This Opportunity

• Directly support D&C teams driving upstream operations in the Rockies region.
• Work with modern data systems supporting large‑scale oil & gas operations.
• Influence high‑impact decisions tied to well delivery and capital efficiency.
• Lead automation and innovation efforts that improve operational performance.
• Gain exposure to large‑scale enterprise data environments and cross‑functional collaboration.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.