Seasoned remote project manager and bilingual professional with 25+ years in oil & gas, engineering, and education. Adept in leading multimillion-dollar global operations, technical training, and remote field teams. Certified in Scrum, Six Sigma, SAP, and Primavera P6. Currently pursuing an MBA.
Dwayne Ford
@dwayneford
Freelancing since 2020 to align with long-term goals in remote project management, tech instruction, and bilingual operations.
What I'm looking for
Experienced Remote Project Manager | Oilfield & Technical Operations Leader | MBA (In Progress)
I’m a results-driven project manager with over 25 years of experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering multimillion-dollar projects in high-risk, high-pressure environments. From rig-less completions in the UAE to remote field operations across North America, I’ve built a career on precision, adaptability, and accountability.
My leadership style emphasizes clear communication, safety, and resource optimization—skills honed through decades of supervising 100+ personnel, coordinating logistics, and ensuring operational excellence. I’ve also delivered specialized fabrication solutions and bilingual documentation across borders.
Since 2020, I’ve expanded into freelance technical services and English instruction, maintaining hands-on relevance while earning certifications in SAP MM, Six Sigma, Primavera P6, and Salesforce Cloud. Currently pursuing an MBA to deepen my impact in SaaS, ERP, and international project delivery.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Online English Instructor
Self-Employed
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 10 months)
Taught English as a second language to students worldwide via online platforms and local sessions, designing personalized lesson plans and improving business English for tourism professionals.
Automotive Mechanic
Self-Employed
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 10 months)
Delivered diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance for cars and motorcycles across Canada and Mexico, built a loyal client base, and managed business operations including inventory and bookkeeping.
Project Manager
HALLIBURTON
Oct 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 3 months)
Managed field operations of rig less completion sites, directed all well operations expediently, safely and to accepted industry standards.
Project Manager
D. Ford Construction
Jan 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 11 months)
Provided heavy-duty agricultural mechanics, welding, and fabrication services for cattle handling equipment, overseeing project delivery and field installations.
Private Contractor
D. FORD CONSTRUCTION
Jan 2015 - Jan 2017 (2 years)
Worked as a heavy duty agricultural mechanic, general welding and cattle handling equipment fabricator.
Project Manager
STATOIL
Apr 2014 - Jan 2015 (9 months)
Supervised well pad completion operations and oversaw 4 Well site Supervisors and 110 contractors/ workers per shift.
Well site Foreman
NEXEN INC
Jul 2011 - Jan 2013 (1 year 6 months)
Logged, perforated, cement squeezed and abandoned heavy oil and gas wells.
Well site Engineer
CRESCENT POINT
Jul 2011 - Jan 2013 (1 year 6 months)
Supervised double service rig completions and work overs.
Project Coordinator and Well site Foreman
LARICINA ENERGY LTD
Nov 2010 - Jul 2011 (8 months)
Coordinated the turn key project of oil, gas and water wells as well as all related equipment and services.
Well site Foreman
NEXEN INC
Jan 2003 - Nov 2010 (7 years 10 months)
Logged, perforated, cement squeezed and abandoned heavy oil wells.
SAGD Coordinator
PROMORE ENGINEERING
Jan 2002 - Jan 2003 (11 months)
Supervised wire line / e-line units for installation of down hole monitoring systems.
Coil Tubing Manager
BJ Services
Jan 1999 - Dec 2002 (3 years 11 months)
Supervised critical and experimental coil tubing operations across multiple provinces, managing crews and ensuring safety during complex field activities.
Coil Tubing Supervisor
Northline Energy Services
Jan 1996 - Dec 1999 (3 years 11 months)
Supervised coil tubing operations including high-pressure and sour gas environments, coordinated logistics for remote deployments, and optimized pumping efficiency.
Four-Function Supervisor
Nowsco Well Service
Jan 1992 - Dec 1996 (4 years 11 months)
Led nitrogen pumping, acidizing, cementing, and coil tubing services, oversaw frac jobs and remedial treatments, and earned a Pumping Services Degree to enhance technical expertise.
Supervisor
CEDA Reactor Services
Jan 1991 - Dec 1992 (1 year 11 months)
Managed dry vac services, chemical cleaning, and hydroblasting for industrial and oilfield clients, coordinating shutdown support and turnaround operations.
Cementing Supervisor
Sanjel Cementers
Jan 1986 - Dec 1991 (5 years 11 months)
Supervised oilwell cementing and remedial squeezing operations across heavy oil fields, trained crews in slurry design and casing integrity, and maintained high service quality.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Harvard
Master's, Business Administration
2025 -
Pursuing a Master's in Business while advancing project management certifications.
Various Institutions
Certifications, Project Management
Completed certifications in Business Administration, Scrum Master, Six Sigma, Primavera P6, and SAP MM.
Various Institutions
Diploma, Operations Management
Completed a Diploma in Operations Management and courses in Mechanical Engineering and Renewable Energy.
Nowsco Well Service (Pumping Services Program)
Pumping Services Degree, Pumping Services
Completed a Pumping Services program while employed, gaining technical expertise in pumping operations and field procedures.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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