Explorer Pipeline
Chris Falkensten has over 25 years of experience in project engineering and management within the oil and gas industry. Currently serving as Manager of Project Engineering at Explorer Pipeline since April 2015, Chris manages capital projects while ensuring compliance with DOT 195 / PHMSA regulations. Prior roles include Sr. Project Engineer at Explorer, Business Line Manager at Audubon Engineering Solutions, and Sr. Project Manager at Select Engineering, among others. Chris has held various leadership positions, demonstrating expertise in commercial operations, regulatory permitting, and construction management across multiple companies, including EASTOK Pipeline and Superior Pipeline LLC. Chris holds an MBA in Business Management from Oklahoma State University and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Southern Methodist University.