Nick Bailey

About Nick Bailey

Completions Consultant at Anschutz Exploration Corporation, specializing in efficient, safe, and high-performance completions operations in the Rockies. I partner closely with field teams, service providers, and stakeholders to drive disciplined execution, reduce non-productive time, and deliver strong results in demanding unconventional plays.My career is built on leading fast-paced completions as a Superintendent and Well Site Leader, with key experience at Anschutz Exploration, EOG Resources, and Samson Resources. These roles refined my leadership in managing complex multi-service projects, coordinating teams under pressure, and upholding rigorous safety and operational standards throughout completion and early production phases. I thrive in high-intensity environments where execution speed, reliability, and cost discipline directly impact well performance.A core strength is lateral plug drill-outs: extensive hands-on expertise running coil tubing, workover rigs, and snubbing units to efficiently clean out plugs while optimizing fluid systems. I have deep knowledge of maintaining turbulent flow (via Reynolds number calculations) during drill-outs versus laminar flow regimes to enhance hole cleaning, minimize risks, and accelerate operations. My background also includes multi-stage hydraulic fracturing with plug-and-perf and sleeve systems incorporating swell packers; wireline operations, troubleshooting, and recovery; and remedial work such as tool recovery and interventions to address downhole challenges.Dedicated to disciplined, results-oriented completions in oil & gas. Open to connecting with professionals in completions engineering, wellsite operations, or Rockies projects—reach out if you’re working on similar challenges or seeking collaboration.

Experience

1. Completion Consultant

   Anschutz Exploration Corporation

   Jan 2022 — Present