Our People
Percheron has built a legacy of best-in-class services through the commitment and experience of our project management team. For some companies, the ability to organize and execute projects on a nationwide scale is just an ambition. But Percheron offers more than a promise – our record of sustained excellence and client retention proves where we've been and where our partnerships can go together.
Donald Hunter
Donald Hunter is Senior Project Manager - Survey with over 15 years of surveying experience in topographic, engineering design, route, boundary and construction. He is a resourceful, technical project manager skilled in streamlining operations and maintaining schedules. He has expertise in coordinating diverse teams and resources to complete objectives. He is organized, detail oriented with a proactive and hard-working nature. Experienced in coordination, personnel, and equipment requirements for both small, fast paced, multi-state projects and large, multi-year, long linear projects. Don received his Bachelors degree from Stephen F. Austin University and is a Registered Professional Land Surveyor in Texas.
Marcus Hostas
Marcus Hostas, RPLS is Director, Permian Basin - Survey for Percheron, with more than 35 years of experience in surveying and mapping in Texas, New Mexico and Wyoming. He joined Percheron in 2018, and previously servied as project manager for several surveying and engineering companies in West Texas. He has supervised numerous well location staking, various types of well locations, topographic, right-of-way, pipeline, ALTA/ACSM boundary surveys, engineering, GIS and UAV mapping projects. Marcus holds an Associates Degree from Texas State Technical Institute and is a RPLS in Texas.
Arlene Kaplan
Arlene Kaplan is a Project/Relocation Manager - Field Services, with 30+ years of industry experience. She joined Percheron in August 2012, previously as a Relocation Manager. Arlene attended Northwestern University for Business Administration and has pursued extensive continuing education courses in real estate. She is RW/RAC certified through the IRWA and holds a Texas Real Estate License. Arlene is an active member of the IRWA and has co-authored various Relocation courses. She is a Relocation Instructor and provides DOT in-house training for new and developing practitioners. She previously co-founded IRWA Chapter 76, served as the Chairperson for the 46th Annual IRWA Education Conference and has held various other positions both locally and nationally for the IRWA.
Allison King
Allison King is Principal Investigator for Percheron, LLC. Ms. King has more than 15 years of experience with environmental archaeology, has worked throughout the American Southwest, Great Basin, Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, and has conducted archaeological assessments, Phase I surveys and Phase II data recovery projects throughout the southwestern and southeastern United States. Ms. King is experienced with Sections 106 and 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA), and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) environmental regulations for natural gas facilities. Her archaeological experience includes archival research, budget and scope preparation, field direction and survey, data recovery and analysis, site mitigation, and report preparation. In addition to archaeological duties, they are also experienced in Geographic Information System (GIS) technologies, including data management and map preparation. She has gained valuable experience with lithic and ceramic technologies, human skeletal remains, and curation techniques and procedures. Her education and experience have enabled her to access and use a diverse set of techniques and theories for cultural resource management.
Scott Jenkins
Scott Jenkins is a Project Manager - Field Services, with 20+ years of industry experience. He joined Percheron in August 2012, previously as a Project Supervisor. Scott has a high school diploma and served in the US ARMY.
Jorge Lopez
Jorge Lopez is Regional Manager, South Central for Percheron, LLC. He has extensive in-house and field experience in Oil and Gas Lease/Mineral Acquisitions, Pooling/Unitization, JOA/JDAs, Title Research/Curative, Due Diligence/PSA, Contract Negotiations, ROW Acquisition for midstream and electric transmission. Jorge received a Global MBA in Finance from the University of Houston-Victoria and Bachelors Degree from The University of Texas - Pan-American. He received his RPL certifitation from the AAPL and is an active member of the IRWA.
Lauren Maas
Lauren Maas is Senior Project Manager, Cultural Resources – Environmental for Percheron, LLC. Ms. Maas has over 12 years of experience conducting cultural resource projects and as a project controls specialist in environmental consulting and industry. She has compiled/written archaeological reports for submission to clients and regulatory agencies and conducted Phase I and Phase II cultural resources surveys. She is a member of both the Society for American Archaeology and Society for Historical Archaeology.
Derek Kopycinski
Derek Kopycinski is a Title Supervisor for Percheron, LLC with 10+ years of industry experience. He supervises title for various projects across the nation. Derek joined Percheron in August 2007, previously as a Landman. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Sam Houston State University and is an active member of the AAPL.
Christine Krob
Christine Krob is Marketing Manager for Percheron with 6+ years of industry experience. She joined Percheron in December 2011. Christine received a Bachelor's Degree from Texas A&M University.
Nicole Maxwell
Nicole Maxwell is Project Manager for Acquisitions and Divestitures - Energy, with 10+ years of industry experience. She joined Percheron in August 2006, previously as a Project Manager. Nicole received a Bachelor’s Degree from Texas Tech University and a J.D. from South Texas College of Law. She is an active member of the AAPL, Corpus Christi AAPL and the Texas State Bar. Nicole earned her CPL certification through the AAPL.
Jason Marks
Jason Marks is a Project Manager - Field Services, with 11 years of industry experience. He joined Percheron in March of 2006, previously as a Crew Chief, Field Supervisor. Jason is a current memeber of AAPL.
Mark McConnell
Mark McConnell is a Project Manager - Field Services, with 15+ years of industry experience. He joined Percheron in January 2013, previously serving as a ROW Supervisor. Mark received a Bachelor’s Degree from Montana State University.
Kristin Mayfield
Kristin Mayfield is HR Manager - Training and Development, with 5+ years of industry experience. She joined Percheron in March 2008, previously as an NSite Auditor and Documents manager for Percheron Field Services. Kristin received her J.D. from South Texas College of Law and her Bachelor’s Degree from Texas Christian University. She is an active member of the IRWA, AAPL and the Texas State Bar.
Eddie McKinney
Eddie McKinney is a Project Manager - Energy, with 10+ years of industry experience. He joined Percheron in 2007, previously as a Land Lead. Eddie is an active member of the AAPL and MLBC and has a RPL certification.
Sabrena McKinney
Sabrena McKinney is a Project Manager for Percheron, with 10 years of industry experience. She joined Percheron in 2007, previously as a contractor then an in house Land Lead in 2015. Sabrena earned her
Bachelors in Business Administration in Accounting at Baker College with a minor in Flex Studies; concentrations in Management, Marketing, and Human Resources. She is an active member of AAPL and MLBC and has a RPL certification.
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