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Terry Russell

Pasadena, TX, USA

Terry Russell
☎️ 832-477-2163 • ✉️ Terryw.russell@gmail.com
📍 4207 Flora Dr., Pasadena, TX 77505
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CAREER SUMMARY
Senior GIS and Application Developer with 15+ years of experience delivering geospatial and application solutions for the oil & gas sector, especially in midstream pipeline operations. Expert in Esri ArcGIS, Microsoft .NET stack, and SQL Server technologies. Demonstrated ability to manage full project lifecycles and support enterprise GIS and application development efforts for major clients including Duke Energy, NYCDEP, and Caltrans.
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TECHNICAL SKILLS
Programming & Frameworks:
- C#, VB.NET, ASP.NET, MVC
- Python (Advanced), JavaScript (Node.js, Angular)
- SQL (T-SQL), SQL Gremlin, Cypher
- ArcObjects, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, Power BI
GIS & Data Platforms:
- Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, Portal for ArcGIS, ArcSDE
- Versioned Geodatabases, Linear Referencing
- FME, AutoCAD, Neo4J
- Microsoft SQL Server, Redis, Linux
Certifications:
- Scrum Master
- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
- Advanced Ethical Hacking
- Redis
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Independent Consultant / Owner – InfiniteGIS LLC
GIS and Software Consultant (Clients: NYCDEP, Caltrans, Duke Energy)
Aug 2023 – Present
- Developed custom ArcGIS Pro tools and ModelBuilder workflows for NYCDEP’s Amended Drainage Plan (ADP) automation project.
- Built Python-based automation and FME data pipelines to support Caltrans’ SHS and federal compliance workflows.
- Provided midstream-focused GIS and reporting solutions to Duke Energy using ArcGIS Server, SSRS, Power BI, and SQL Server.
- Delivered geospatial data validation, infrastructure planning tools, and stakeholder-facing dashboards.
W Energy Software – Houston, TX
Senior GIS Programmer
Nov 2020 – Oct 2021
- Delivered client-focused enhancements to .NET and Python-based GIS tools.
- Managed ArcGIS Server implementations and midstream GIS integrations.
- Created SSRS and Power BI reporting systems for pipeline integrity and operations tracking.
Plains All American Pipeline – Houston, TX
Senior Programmer Analyst / Team Lead
Jan 2019 – Nov 2020
- Led rewrite of enterprise asset management platform from Silverlight to Angular with .NET backend.
- Built and managed data pipelines using Python and SQL Server for midstream asset tracking.
- Delivered Form 501 dig permitting and excavation tracking application.
Various GIS Contracts – Houston, TX
Senior Consultant
2015 – 2019
- Provided custom mapping and geospatial application development for local governments and engineering clients.
- Integrated GIS with Microsoft Power BI, created 3D visualizations, and developed tools using FME and ArcGIS Server.
PFM LLC – Bellaire, TX
Geospatial Architect / Application Developer
2009 – 2015
- Designed and supported land-based GIS platforms for pipeline and lease analysis.
- Managed ArcGIS Server and .NET applications; performed GIS data architecture, ETL, and QA.
Earlier roles at:
- HFF LP – Senior GIS Developer
- Kinder Morgan – Senior GIS Developer
- Idea Integration – Senior Consultant
- S&B Infrastructure – GIS Technician / CADD Designer
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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Information Security – Excelsior University
Associate of Applied Science, Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) – Art Institute of Houston
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SELECTED PROJECTS
NYCDEP – ADP Automation Tools (Ongoing)
- Leading the development of five core tools and two workflows for Amended Drainage Plan automation.
- Leveraged ArcGIS Pro, Python, and ModelBuilder to automate mapping and report generation for sewer infrastructure plans.
Caltrans – SHS Data Cleanup & Validation (Ongoing)
- Developed FME workflows to validate and harmonize capital project data across multiple sources (3A, 3B, 3C).
- Supported Caltrans and FHWA compliance by automating geospatial data validation and program code classifications.
Duke Energy – PAR Tool & Field Mapping
- Created mobile field applications with C# and JavaScript for asset management and leak analysis.
- Used ArcGIS Server 10.9 and Power Platform integrations to support pipeline inspections and emission control.
Plains Asset Mapping Rewrite
- Led rewrite of asset tracking application to .NET MVC with Angular front-end.
- Built SQL Server backend and spatial services integration.
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INDUSTRY FOCUS
• ✅ Oil & Gas (Midstream) – Extensive

• ✅ Natural Gas and Liquid Pipelines

• ✅ Linear Referencing and Versioned Geodatabases

• ✅ Esri ArcGIS Pro, Server, and Python Automation

• ✅ Microsoft Stack (.NET, SSRS, SSIS, Power BI, SQL Server)

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