David Pergande

David Pergande, PMP, has extensive experience in project management and engineering within the energy sector. Currently serving as a Project Manager at Operations Technology Specialists, David specializes in automation project engineering with a focus on cyber-security and process optimizations. Previous roles include leading engineering efforts for significant projects at Hess Corporation, where responsibilities spanned from project scoping to execution, and serving as Project Manager for Vaalco Energy, overseeing a West African field upgrade. David's career also includes leadership positions at Cimation LLC, Emerson Systems and Solutions, and MAVERICK Technologies, with a strong emphasis on managing cross-functional teams and driving business development. David holds a degree in Electrical Computer Engineering from Louisiana State University.