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.

• Extract, analyze, and interpret complex datasets to support strategic decision‑making.
• Build and maintain SQL queries across enterprise systems (OXYODS, Open Wells, 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 Dev Ops is a plus.

• 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.

• 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.

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

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

• D&C or upstream oil & gas experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with Open Wells or other well data systems (Landmark, PPDM‑based).
• Familiarity with oil & gas operational metrics:
  • API numbers, pads,…