Power Generation EPC Operations & Balance of Plant Engineering

Delivering Major-CapExEngineering ProjectExecution Excellence

Powering the global energy industry. With 14+ years of executing mega-projects and directing $400M+ multidiscipline power generation portfolios, I bridge the gap between heavy engineering disciplines and executive stakeholder outcomes. Augmented by advanced data integrations and AI workflows, I eliminate risk to guarantee execution.

Stanley Thompson, P.E.
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$400M+
Active CapEx Managed
3.5GW
Combined Cycle Exp.
1.75M
Tons CO2/Yr Captured
ZERO
Safety Incidents

Core Operational Capabilities

A proven track record of managing lump-sum engineering contracts, optimizing procurement strategy, and leveraging data-driven controls to mitigate critical path risks.

1. Cross-Functional EPC Leadership

Directing multidisciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, civil/structural) to ensure flawless constructability and integration across the Balance of Plant. I act as the definitive technical authority bridging the gap between engineering, on-site construction execution, and ultimate client objectives.

2. Enterprise Risk & P&L Management

Aggressive Earned Value Management (EVM) and critical path defense. Proactively forecasting cost variances, re-sequencing logic to mitigate delays, and driving strict contract compliance to protect baseline profitability and margin on $400M+ lump-sum projects.

3. Global Procurement Strategy

Commanding multi-million-dollar major equipment milestones. Aligning engineering specification development, global vendor manufacturing, rigorous QA/QC inspection standards, and site logistics to guarantee equipment arrives exactly when the construction critical path demands it.

Global Operational Footprint

Executing in High-Stakes Environments

The Systems Architecture Advantage

Architecting the digital systems that force-multiply physical execution and protect the critical path.

Un-Black-Boxing Enterprise Systems

Developed application prototypes to parse Aconex workflows and RFI databases. This bypasses legacy mail constraints, restoring full project visibility to ensure timely resolution and strict contract compliance.

10x Faster Material Takeoffs

Championed the development of a curated model dump workflow utilizing SmartPlant 3D backend databases. This automation results in 10x faster and highly accurate material quantity takeoffs versus legacy manual methods.

Agentic Engineering Workflows

Deploying personal AI agents to think through complex plans, identify risk, summarize and generate meeting minutes and reports, and code functional project management software.

Tech Stack & Agentic Proficiency
/ai-agent-orchestration
├── Agentic Workflow Architecture
├── Generative AI Integration
├── Advanced Prompt Engineering
└── Intelligent Dashboard Systems
/full-stack-systems
├── Next.js & React Web Applications
├── Semantic RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)
├── Modern UI/UX Design Systems
└── Python Backend Logic
/epc-execution-core
├── Primavera P6 Critical Path Defense
├── Earned Value Management (EVM)
├── Intelligent Contract Management
└── Cross-Functional Engineering Leadership

Project Execution Tear-Sheets

PROJECTS // CAPEX // IMPACT METRICS

EPC Power Generation

2024 - Present

ProEnergy Services

Project Engineering Manager
Leawood, KS
Scale / CapEx
$400MM
Project Scope
384-MW
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Execution Vectors

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Financial Execution: Delivered $30MM+ in BOP major equipment milestones. Aligned global vendor engineering and production directly with strict site 'need-by' dates to actively target early-completion bonuses.
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Critical Path Defense: Navigated a highly complex $1.5MM 230kV/500kV switchyard re-design. Successfully absorbed a 30-day engineering extension by aggressively re-sequencing logic, protecting the EPC baseline and mitigating downstream construction schedule risk.
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EVM & Subcontractor Control: Directed 3rd-party Engineers of Record (EOR) via rigid Earned Value Management (EVM). Tracked weekly SPI/CPI against lump-sum payout schedules to guarantee flawless integration, constructability, and strict quality compliance.

Operational Domains

Earned Value Management (EVM)SPI/CPI MetricsEPC Power GenerationProcurement Logistics
2023 - 2024

Kiewit

Mechanical Engineer – Carbon Capture
Lenexa, KS
Scale / CapEx
1.75M tons CO2/yr
Project Scope
550-MW (Calpine Sutter)
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Execution Vectors

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Mega-Scale CCUS Engineering: Spearheaded the primary amine system design for the 550-MW Calpine Sutter Energy Center. Successfully engineered a targeted 1.75M metric ton annual CO2 capture rate at an aggressive 95% efficiency benchmark.
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Technical Procurement Strategy: Owned the specification and engineering of critical ISBL capture equipment (thermosiphon reboilers, lean/rich cross exchangers, amine desorbers). Developed strict performance datasheets to evaluate vendor pricing and validate technical feasibility.
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Executive Financial Feasibility: Evaluated novel flue gas plume abatement strategies and presented comprehensive CAPEX/OPEX analyses directly to project owners, ultimately securing client financial commitment to proposed technical solutions.

Operational Domains

Carbon Capture (CCUS)Amine Absorption SystemsCAPEX/OPEX AnalysisFEED Studies
2021 - 2022

Kiewit

Lead Mechanical Pipe Engineer – AWP Shared Services
Lenexa, KS
Scale / CapEx
3.5GW+ Portfolio
Project Scope
Multiple 1,000MW+ Plants
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Execution Vectors

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Portfolio-Wide Cost Forecasting: Directed the Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) Engineering Team across a 3.5GW+ combined-cycle portfolio (Indeck Niles, CPV Three Rivers, Blue Water). Drove highly accurate labor and material cost forecasting across all live mega-projects.
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Systems Architecture ROI: Championed the development of SmartPlant 3D backend database automations. This digital integration resulted in 10x faster and highly accurate material quantity takeoffs across all mechanical piping scopes.
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High-Risk Outage Execution: Collaborated directly with project controls and District Engineers to strictly scope, estimate, and execute special warranty projects during high-risk, time-critical facility outages.

Operational Domains

Advanced Work Packaging (AWP)SmartPlant 3DCost ForecastingCombined Cycle Power
2019 - 2021

Kiewit

Field Engineer (Mechanical Scope Lead)
Niles, MI
Scale / CapEx
$5MM Scope
Project Scope
32-Person Team
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Execution Vectors

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Mechanical Execution Leadership: Managed a $5M mechanical piping execution scope for the Indeck Niles combined-cycle facility. Directed a 32-person craft team via rigorous daily earned-vs-spent tracking and meticulous work planning.
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Zero-Incident & Quality Assurance: Enforced uncompromising safety standards across active construction zones, achieving zero safety incidents while driving timely QC package closeouts to protect the startup sequence.
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Field Constructability Alignment: Acted as the primary liaison between design engineering and on-site craft. Mitigated construction schedule risks by continuously aligning equipment receiving, commodity purchasing, and multi-discipline execution directly with critical path field requirements.

Operational Domains

Mechanical Piping ExecutionConstruction LogisticsVendor CoordinationSafety Leadership

Petroleum & Reservoir Engineering

2012 - 2015

Schlumberger

Senior Field Engineer
Rajahmundry, IND
Scale / CapEx
Deep-Water Exploration
Project Scope
International Operations
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Execution Vectors

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High-Stakes Operational Command: Directed international open-hole wireline operations in highly volatile offshore environments, where millions of dollars in deep-water rig time depended on flawless, zero-variance execution.
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Real-Time Data Architecture: Utilized advanced downhole telemetry systems to interpret critical reservoir data, immediately translating complex metrics into actionable decisions for wellsite clients.
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Rapid Leadership Ascension: Earned multiple accelerated promotions over a 3-year tenure based on an unbreakable safety record and consistent operational delivery under extreme pressure.

Operational Domains

Reservoir EvaluationOpen-Hole WirelineDownhole TelemetryReal-Time Data Analysis
2018 - 2019

GR Energy

Field Engineer
Fort Morgan, CO
Scale / CapEx
High-Risk Operations
Project Scope
Field Operations
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Execution Vectors

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Extreme Risk Mitigation: Directed wellsite activities for 'plug-n-perf' explosives operations on active horizontal hydraulic fracturing sites.
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Unbreakable Safety Protocols: Maintained strict, zero-variance safety and communication standards in a highly volatile, fast-paced environment, protecting both personnel and critical infrastructure.

Operational Domains

Wireline OperationsPlug-n-PerfHydraulic FracturingSafety Compliance
2016 - 2017

University of Kansas

Graduate Teaching Assistant
Lawrence, KS
Scale / CapEx
Academic Leadership
Project Scope
M.Sc. Petroleum Engineering
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Execution Vectors

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Executive Technical Communication: Served as the authoritative instructor for advanced “Well Logging & Interpretation” and “Reservoir Engineering” courses, translating complex deep-earth mechanics into clear, teachable concepts.
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Economic Feasibility Defense: Acted as the sole petroleum engineer for an interdisciplinary team, successfully identifying a 1Bn BOE prospect and aggressively defending the complex reserve economics directly to a board of industry executives.
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Academic Excellence: Graduated with University Honors (4.0/4.0 GPA) and received the Outstanding Master of Science Graduate Research Award while simultaneously designing and administering curriculum.

Operational Domains

Well LoggingReservoir EngineeringCurriculum DesignInstructional Leadership

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