Richard Paul Bielby
Santa Fe, TX 77510
Cell Phone: 409-***-****
Home Phone: 409-***-****
Email: ********@*****.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• More than 10 years GIS experience
• 4 years direct experience in Oil & Gas
• Developed sustained relationships with internal management, project leaders, third party vendors and clients based on knowledge and trust.
• Able to work on multiple projects and prioritize them in order to meet deadlines.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Software Tools:
• GIS SOFTWARE: ArcGIS (3.2, 8.x, 9.x, 10), ArcMap, ArcEditor, ArcIMS, ArcTools, ArcCatalog, Model Builder, 3D Analyst, Spatial Analyst, Survey Analyst, Geostatistical Analyst, X-Tools, Robertson Tellus, Drilling Info, Lexco OWL, Wood-McKenzie, GoM3, Power tools, I.H.S., Python script, VB script labeling, SQL queries
• 3D SOFTWARE: ArcScene, AutoCAD 3D, Vizio
• DIGITIZING SOFTWARE: Neuralog, Neuramap
• OTHER SOFTWARE: Canvass, CorpsCon, MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat 8 Professional, Photoshop, Petra, ZEH
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
July – August 2011: GIS Analyst (Contractor), Houston Galveston Area Council, Houston TX
• Houston Galveston Area Council 911 data base standardization project:
- Edit road center line data
- Correct road direction based upon street numbering data
May 2007 – August 2009: GIS Specialist/Geo-Science Technician (contractor through Manzanita), BHP Billiton, Houston, TX
• Used Arc Map 9.x & Arc IMS software to produce G&G maps and reports.
• Compiled graphic data and attributes from plans, profiles and other sources. Converted data from one software platform to another.
• Created shapefiles, including attribute tables and metadata that were added to the corporate SDE database in addition to several Team databases.
• Performed datum and coordinate system conversions, spatial adjustment, image georeferencing, attribute editing, spatial analysis and integration of GPS data.
• Digitized logs using Neuralog and maps using ArcMap.
• Digitized surface topography, pipeline, isopach, stratigraphic and bathometry data
• Prepared maps of proposed and as-built, deepwater field development layouts.
• Preparation and QC of geologic, cultural and image data for upload into geologic applications, such as Petro-Sys, Petra and Arc SDE.
• Created 3D animations using Arc Scene on Oil & Gas sub-sea equipment layouts (Neptune Field) in addition to layered stratigraphic surfaces.
• Researched, developed, prepared technical documentation on and implemented new system Standard Operating Procedures in complex work processes involving GIS.
• Maintained geospatial data and attributes on BHP global corporate assets for the SDE database in addition to lease updates.
• Assisted the Sr. Latin America Exploration Geologist and Geophysicists (L.A. and Global) complete multiple New Venture projects.
• Generated maps, 3D images and other drawings for use in internal and external corporate presentations.
• Developed a “Least Cost Path” model for routing sub-sea pipelines using model builder.
• Received many client compliments for the work performed.
October 2004 – April 2007: Environmental Investigator III, City of Houston (Bureau of Air Quality Control), Houston, TX
• Performed field sampling for Department of Homeland Security grant: Bio-Watch program.
• Worked closely with grant stakeholders (USDHS, USEPA, FBI & TCEQ) to ensure all compliances are met in an accurate & timely manner.
• Performed monthly, quarterly and annual QA/QC.
• Prepared internal/external reports, policy and procedure manuals, training materials and SOPs.
• Used ArcMap to locate the best possible locations for monitoring equipment.
• Air and Water Quality complaint field investigations.
• Used ArcMap to prepare public presentations for Air Quality and Water Quality public presentations.
• Appointed by Texas state Bio-Watch coordinator to provide training for other Bio-Watch field sampling staff within the state of Texas.
• Created and prepared a detailed sampling route book using Arc 9.1, containing: street maps, aerial images and different staffing scenario solutions. This was later used as a template for all cities in the Bio watch program.
• Used ArcMap in creating point source pollution maps to supplement the Complaint & Investigation reports to be used as an analytical investigative tool in tracking down problems in Houston’s water, storm water and sewer lines.
January 2003 – September 2004: Staff Geologist, Hydro-geologic Environmental Testing of Texas, Alvin, TX
• Supervised the installation of groundwater, gas monitoring and engineering test wells around landfills and Superfund sites.
• Recorded Lithology and Collected gas, ground water & soil samples.
• Wrote drilling and sample collection QA/QC procedures and reports.
• Provided drilling oversight of contractors.
• Mapped well locations and information using GPS & Arc 9.0
Aug 2001 – December 2002: Research Technician II, Texas A&M University at Galveston, Dept. of Marine Engineering, Galveston, TX
• Surveyed the coastline of Galveston Island and San Luis Pass using RTK-GPS to measure coastal erosion, a research project funded by the US Army Corps of Engineers.
• Collected sediment samples for grain and composition analysis.
• Logged survey data and used ArcView 3.2 in preparing topographic/bathymetric maps.
May 1998 – July 2001: Research Assistant, Seafood Safety Lab, Texas A&M University at Galveston, Galveston, TX
• Monitored pathogenic bacterial levels in Galveston Bay Oysters.
• Assisted in developing new methods to treat post harvest oysters in order to lower Vibrio populations to safe levels for human consumption.
• Maintained testing records and produced weekly reports.
• Performed laboratory equipment and reagent QA/QC.
• Participated in FDA proficiency tests.
• Set up and maintained lab and field sampling equipment.
May 1995 – August 1997: Mud logger, The Mudlogging Company, Houston Tx. Part time employment during summer and winter breaks.
• Monitored drilling parameters on offshore oil & gas wells in the Gulf of Mexico.
• Monitored and recorded the following measurements: RoP, RPM, Mud weight in/out, Mud temp in/out, Lithology descriptions, Chloride content, Gas Chromatograph (for C1, C2, C3, C4 and C5), Annular Volume, Flow rate, Fluorescence, Lag time, Shale density etc.
• Assisted in the preparation of daily reports that were sent in every morning to the site geologist.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Bachelor of Sciences-Marine Sciences
Texas A&M University at Galveston, Galveston, TX
ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute) GIS Analyst Training Certificates:
• Basics of the Geodatabase Data Model
• Creating and Integrating Data for Natural Resource Applications
• Creating and Maintaining Metadata Using ArcGIS Desktop
• Creating, Editing, and Managing Geodatabases for ArcGIS 9
• Geoprocessing with ArcGIS Desktop (for ArcGIS 9.0-9.1)
• Introduction to ArcGIS 9 Geostatistical Analyst
• Introduction to ArcGIS Survey Analyst
• Introduction to ArcView 3.x
• Learning ArcGIS 3D Analyst (for ArcGIS 3D Analyst 9.0-9.1)
• Learning ArcGIS Desktop (for ArcGIS 9.0-9.1)
• Learning ArcGIS Spatial Analyst (for ArcGIS Spatial Analyst 9.0-9.1)
• Linear Referencing with ArcGIS Desktop
• Spatial Analysis of Geohazards Using ArcGIS 9
• Spatial Hydrology Using ArcView 3.x
• The 15-Minute Map: Creating a Basic Map in ArcMap
• Understanding Geographic Data
• Understanding Map Projections and Coordinate Systems
• Working with Geodatabase Subtypes and Domains
• Working with Map Topology in ArcGIS
• Working with Rasters in ArcGIS Desktop
• Working with Survey Data in ArcGIS
• Learning pathway: GIS Analysis
• Learning Pathway: Fundamentals of Arc GIS Desktop
• Managing LiDar data in ArcGIS
• Creating and Editing Geodatabase Topology with ArcGIS Desktop (for ArcEditor and ArcInfo)
• Geocoding with ArcGIS Desktop
• 3D Visualization Techniques Using ArcGIS 10
• Editing in ArcGIS Desktop 10
• Getting Started with GIS (for ArcGIS 10)
• Using Python in ArcGIS Desktop 10
• Introduction to Geoprocessing Script Using Python
• Turning Data into Information Using ArcGIS 10
GeoSpatial Training
• GIS Programming101 Python Scripting
Environmental Protection Agency course completion certificates:
• Introduction to Ambient Air Monitoring
• Introduction to Dispersion Modeling
• Basic Air Pollution Meteorology
• Introduction to Air Pollution Control
Department of Homeland Security
• National WMD Standardized Awareness
• National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Volunteer
October 2009 – Present: Stable Manger, CJ’s Stable, Santa Fe, TX
• Assist with riding instruction and Trail Rides
• Maintenance and repair of facilities
• Feeding and care of animals
• Training of horses and children for youth rodeo competition.
• Help owner with special needs students.
• Oversee other employees and volunteer to insure work is done properly.
January 2004 – Present: GIS Tutor, Texas A&M University at Galveston, Galveston Tx
• Help undergraduates and Graduate students learn the basics of using ArcGIS in Dr. Seitz GIS class.
• Create projects based on industry experience for the students.
• Help students develop work flow models to accomplish their goals.