About Us

About Tristar

General / Overview

Engineering Certainty, Well After Well – Since 2003.

Tristar Resource Management Ltd. is an independent Calgary-based consultancy that plans, manages and supervises well construction from spud to startup. Founded in 2003 by exceptional Drilling & Completions Engineers who believed producers deserved tighter cost control and safer, more predictable outcomes, we’ve delivered 2,500-plus drilling and completion projects across Canada and select international basins – helping energy operators bring wells online with confidence, efficiency, and uncompromising safety.

Our Mission

To deliver expert-driven, safety-first solutions that reduce risk, improve efficiency, and protect our clients’ operations and environmental performance – throughout every step of the well lifecycle.

What We Do

Well Engineering & Design

Fit-for-purpose programs that hit performance targets the first time.

Project Management

Dedicated project managers with an emphasis on efficiency & safety.

Cost Control

Real-time tracking, budget alignment, and transparent AFE oversight, providing measurable savings.

Field Supervision

Veteran on-site leaders who ensure safe, seamless execution.

Post-Job Review & Optimization

Data-driven lookbacks that shorten learning curves and improve the next wellbore.

Regulatory Compliance & Licensing

End-to-end management of permits, license application, and reporting – so every step meets or exceeds regulatory body requirements.

Why Tristar?

Proven Experience

With 2,500+ wells engineered, drilled and completed in every major Canadian play and several international basins. Hit the ground running on day #1, shortening learning curves and eliminating costly trial and error.

People You’ll Trust

Average supervisor experience exceeds 25 years; founders still lead projects and mentor the next generation.

Non-Negotiable Safety Standards

Strive for zero lost-time incidents across our operations; COR-certified HSE program audited annually.

Independent & Vendor-Neutral

No rigs, tools, or chemicals to sell. Our only product is sound engineering judgment. Every recommendation is unbiased and optimized for your objectives, not ours.

Cost Discipline

Detailed AFE tracking, competitive bid processes, and on-site supervision that challenges every dollar. Realize project savings versus historical offsets without compromising quality or safety.

Regulatory Mastery

Deep working relationships with the AER, BCER, SER & other regulators; 99% first-pass approval rate on license applications – faster approvals, fewer surprises, and smoother audits keep your project and schedule on budget.

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