Drilling Operations Director Salary in Chesterfield, Missouri

Drilling Operations Director Salary in Chesterfield, MO

How much does a Drilling Operations Director make in Chesterfield, MO? The average Drilling Operations Director salary in Chesterfield, MO is $207,801 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $174,707 and $231,220. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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10th Percentile Drilling Operations Director Salary $144,576 Chesterfield,MO April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Drilling Operations Director Salary $174,707 Chesterfield,MO April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Drilling Operations Director Salary $207,801 Chesterfield,MO April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Drilling Operations Director Salary $231,220 Chesterfield,MO April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Drilling Operations Director Salary $252,542 Chesterfield,MO April 24, 2024
25% $174,707 10% $144,576 90% $252,542 75% $231,220 $207,801 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Drilling Operations Director

Drilling Operations Director directs and oversees the drilling, production, and engineering operations for an organization. Oversees all aspects of planning and executing drilling projects, developing oil and gas fields, and analyzing reserves. Being a Drilling Operations Director is responsible for directing revisions or enhancements to troubleshoot and solve drilling problems. May coordinate drilling contractors and production managers/superintendents. Additionally, Drilling Operations Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a top management. The Drilling Operations Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Drilling Operations Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Job Openings for Drilling Operations Director in Chesterfield, MO
  • Hyman Ltd. - St Louis, MO
    Overview. Hyman Ltd is internationally recognized as one of the most respected names in the classic and collectible vehicle trade. Over thirty plus years i...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Eurofins Agroscience Services - Columbia, MO
    Imagine a world where you love what you do AND you love who you work with. Company Description. Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences compa...
    - 5 Days Ago
  • Zelis Healthcare, LLC - St. Louis, MO
    Job Summary. As the Director of Data Center Operations at Zelis, you will be responsible for leading the charge at the intersection of healthcare and finan...
    - 5 Days Ago
  • Compass Group - Kansas City, MO
    Assistant Director of Operations - Arrowhead StadiumClick Here to Apply OnlineJob Description Levy Sector Salary:Other Forms of Compensation: Pay Grade:13D...
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  • U.S. Engineering - Kansas City, MO
    U.S. Engineering has been an industry leader since 1893. How. Constant innovation and a willingness to evolve. The construction industry changes rapidly, a...
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Career Path for Drilling Operations Director

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For Drilling Operations Director, the first career path typically progresses to Top Drilling Operations Executive.

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CIVITAS RESOURCES INC
Civitas Resources, Inc., an exploration and production company, focuses on the acquisition, development, and production of oil and natural gas in the Rocky Mountain region, primarily in the Wattenberg Field of the Denver-Julesburg Basin of Colorado. The company was formerly known as Bonanza Creek Energy, Inc. Civitas R... More
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Drilling Operations Director Pay Difference by Location

Drilling Operations Director salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Drilling Operations Director, the highest Drilling Operations Director salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Drilling Operations Director salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Drilling Operations Director salary is in Miami, FL, where the Drilling Operations Director salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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About Chesterfield, Missouri    Chesterfield is a city in St. Louis County, Missouri, United States, and a western suburb of St. Louis. As of the 2010 census, the population was 47,4....More

Chesterfield, Missouri  area prices were up 0.7% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Chesterfield, Missouri

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Skills associated with Drilling Operations Director: Drilling Operations, Technical Project Management, Productivity Management, Troubleshooting

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