Flowback Cost and Controls Specialist

(Flowback Cost & Controls Specialist)
Position Details

• Requisition ID: 39045VC (please reference in communication)
• Location: 4815 E Hwy 80, Midland, TX
• Schedule: Monday–Friday (5/2), 40 hours/week
• Target Pay Rate: $50–$52/hour
• Start Date: ASAP (targeting 9/9/2025)
• End Date: 1-year contract from start date
• Work Arrangement: In-office required; potential for hybrid schedule (not guaranteed)
• Local Hire: Required
• Meet & Greet: In-person preferred; Zoom available if needed
• Allowances: None required for this role

Position OverviewThe Flowback Cost & Controls Specialist will support the Flowback Foreman and other project teams by coordinating cost tracking, scheduling, and administrative functions related to well flowback operations. This role also contributes to tank farm and fast-lining project execution, and supports the development and enhancement of operational tools and procedures.
Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Flowback Foreman to prepare cost outlooks and input for well budgets (AFEs)
• Track ongoing costs, approve goods receipts, monitor execution manhours, and manage equipment logistics
• Support tank farm and fast-lining project execution
• Maintain and enhance Operations Support tools including SharePoint, Zoom tools, and checklists
• Assist in developing Operations Procedures and Work Aids for broader procedural updates
• Analyze and plan cost and schedule estimates, including staffing requirements
• Prepare forecasts, cost trend reports, and monitor budget performance across multiple projects
• Identify and report deviations, underruns, and overruns; recommend corrective actions
• Update reports and documentation in coordination with Foreman
• Promote effective communication and teamwork across Operations Readiness teams
• Coordinate with external project management teams (Global Projects, Wells/Drilling)
• Continue improving Operations Readiness tools (cost tracking, scheduling, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• Secondary education completed
• 3–5 years of experience in Oil & Gas upstream/midstream projects or operations
• Prior experience supporting wellwork, flowback operations, or project cost/schedule control
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to clearly convey recommendations to management
• Skilled in negotiation and coordination across internal teams
• Proficiency in cost estimating, project planning, and controls
• Strong analytical, consulting, and mentoring abilities
• Adaptable to changing priorities
• Capable of managing cross-functional activities effectively

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.