How much does a Drilling Operations Manager make in Colorado? The average Drilling Operations Manager salary in Colorado is $147,677 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $122,474 and $155,654. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Drilling Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Drilling Operations Manager Salary $99,527 CO February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Drilling Operations Manager Salary $122,474 CO February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Drilling Operations Manager Salary $147,677 CO February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Drilling Operations Manager Salary $155,654 CO February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Drilling Operations Manager Salary $162,917 CO February 26, 2024
25% $122,474 10% $99,527 90% $162,917 75% $155,654 $147,677 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Drilling Operations Manager

Drilling Operations Manager manages daily drilling, production, and engineering operations for an organization. Manages the planning and execution of drilling projects, the development of oil and gas fields, and the analysis of reserves. Being a Drilling Operations Manager manages the proper use and maintenance of equipment. Plans and develops revisions or enhancements to solve and troubleshoot drilling problems. Additionally, Drilling Operations Manager requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Drilling Operations Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Drilling Operations Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Jefferson, CO Avg. Salary $148,817 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Agate, CO Avg. Salary $145,558 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aguilar, CO Avg. Salary $135,706 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Akron, CO Avg. Salary $140,399 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alamosa, CO Avg. Salary $135,706 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Allenspark, CO Avg. Salary $149,300 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alma, CO Avg. Salary $149,175 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Almont, CO Avg. Salary $149,972 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Amherst, CO Avg. Salary $137,053 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Anton, CO Avg. Salary $147,093 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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For Drilling Operations Manager, the upper level is Drilling Operations Director and then progresses to Top Drilling Operations Executive.

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