Geologist

Raymond Murphy

P.O. Box ****, Waddell, AZ *****( 623-***-**** ( *********@*****.***

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GEOLOGIST & PROJECT MANAGER

Innovative and versatile geologist and project manager with more than 30

years of experience in both conventional and unconventional drilling

operations & regulatory. Designer and innovator of efficient technologies

and processes with proven cost saving benefits, environmental advantages,

and reduction of permit times. Proficient in the rules and regulations

that govern drilling and water disposal related to unconventional oil and

gas extraction. Adept at managing projects by understanding and

coordinating all aspects of projects, including site evaluation, document

creation and interpretation, calculations, and data analysis. Skilled

supervisor of projects who effectively oversees technology functionality

and maintains efficient workflow by coordinating and organizing staff and

resources. Demonstrated ability to understand the intricacies of

regulations and develop technology that advantageously adapts to those

regulations, increasing company profits and benefitting the community and

the industry. Knowledge of LWD/MWD, well completions and wire-line

operations. Proficient MS Office, Power Point & AutoCAD.

Areas of Expertise

Technology Development & Implementation ? State & Federal Regulations ?

Site Evaluation

Conventional & Unconventional Extraction ? Data Analysis ? Well Site

Supervision

Permit Applications ? Geological Reports ? Project Management ?

Geophysical Log Interpretation

Innovation & Invention ? Water Disposal ? Efficiency & Cost Savings ?

Mapping & Calculations

professional experience

BIG CAT ENERGY CORPORATION, Upton, WY

Chief Operations Officer, 2006-Present

Manage and oversee the coal bed methane operational activities within the

company, including geologic evaluations of coal deposits, geophysical log

interpretation, well completion methods, perforating, pump testing, gas

desorption data, mapping, and water disposal methods. Ensure compliance

with SEC, state, and federal regulations, and resolve any regulatory

issues. Perform financial and economic analysis to maintain efficient and

cost effective operations. Coordinate meetings between staff and

regulators, vendors, and Big Cat Energy Board of Directors. Compose press

releases to communicate investor relations issues and correspond with SEC

auditors and attorneys. Create geologic, financial, and budgetary reports

to the CEO and Board of Directors, and review all SEC "K" and "Q" filings.

Key Accomplishments:

. Invented, designed, and patented the proprietary technology and

processes on which the company was founded.

. Utilized innovative technology to transition the drilling process from

the oversight of the NPDES to the UIC, which resulted in a reduction

of permit wait times from 18 months to 4 weeks and realizes extensive

cost, resource, and time savings.

. Demonstrated the technology to an Australian company who would realize

significant cost reduction for water disposal, from $3.00 to $1.20 per

barrel.

CONSULTING GEOLOGIST, Gillette, WY

Consultant, 2003-2005

Consulted with companies performing exploration drilling and completion for

coal bed methane wells in the Wyoming Powder River Basin. Prepared geologic

prospect reports, geologic maps, sample descriptions, geophysical log

interpretation, core analysis, and gas desorption calculations and well

optimization. Oversaw and advised on drilling activities, perforations,

pump testing, and water disposal options. Aided companies with

environmental permitting and regulatory issues related to regional coal bed

methane development.

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Key Accomplishments:

. Provided insight into superior methods of well completions to optimize

gas production and assisted in troubleshooting drilling problems as

they arose on drilling locations.

. Entrusted to overhaul companies' operations to develop more efficient

and productive methods, leading significant changes in technology and

processes.

WILLIAMS PRODUCTION COMPANY, Gillette, WY

Regulatory Specialist/Geohydrologist/Manager, 1999-2002

Managed the comprehensive operations of the extraction and disposal of

byproduct water from coal bed methane. Reviewed new technologies for water

management, well production optimization, coordination of permits, and

discharge facilities prior to well start-up and sales, and adopted

technologies that contributed to improved streamlining and reduced

operation time. Managed junior staff, engineers, contractors, and

consultants for facilities, as well as contracts, construction, and OM&R.

Oversaw projects totaling several million dollars per year and requiring

high level efficacies and innovative methodologies. Protected and

represented the company's interests, and defended their actions using

industry expertise and significant knowledge of regulations. Collaborated

with design engineers and construction staff on pipeline issues related to

produced water needs and requirements. Directed computer modeling projects

of coal reservoirs to assist in estimating expected water rates for

pipeline carrying capacities and facility design based on decline curves

and local knowledge of the project areas.

Key Accomplishments:

. Pioneered a method to produce water within state and federal

regulations while benefitting landowners and reducing OPEX,

transitioning the process from the oversight of NPDES to an

agricultural endeavor.

. Adapted existing irrigation technologies to provide an environmentally

sound water disposal method that resulted in cost savings for the

company and significant land use improvements, increasing landowners'

land capacity by up to 9 times its previous capacity.

WYOMING STATE ENGINEERS OFFICE, Cheyenne, WY

Deputy State Hydrologist, 1987-1999

Managed the state's groundwater resources, including water use, quality,

quantity, and availability. Promulgated rules for the oil and gas industry

regarding well completion practices and perfecting water rights of produced

water. Wrote and published geotechnical papers and reports. Managed

projects, including site evaluation and computer modeling, using MODFLO,

CAD, GIS, GPS, and a large variety of computer software. Developed a

working knowledge of RCRA, CERCLA, NPDES, UIC, and SDWA as they pertain to

the U.S. regulations. Served as the State Engineer's expert in drilling

activities.

Key Accomplishments:

. Created an innovative groundwater monitoring system for the state of

Wyoming.

. Developed in-depth insight into the regulatory aspects of drilling, as

well as the rationale of such regulations, translating into the unique

ability to adapt new technologies and processes to meet regulations.

Previous positions include Senior Geologist at Calgary Petroleum,

Instructor of Geology at Laramie County Community College, Exploration

Geologist at Simons Associates, and Well Site Geologist/Mud Logger at Took

Engineering, all of which provided extensive experience in conventional

drilling operations, including site evaluation, prospect generation, and

completions.

EducatioN

Chadron Sate College, Chadron, NE, Bachelor of Science, Geology and

Biology

Interests

Golf, SCUBA diving, RC Jets

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