Bauer Subsurface Solutions

Subsurface intelligence for smarter decisions

Houston-based geoscience consulting for upstream operators and energy investors. Delivered with the rigor of a major and the agility of a specialist. Available remotely across onshore US basins.

Operators and investors call when the subsurface isn't behaving, when a well program needs to be right, or when capital is on the line and they need an honest read on the rock.

Start a Conversation View Services
15+
Years Experience
7
Core Services
◈
Independent Perspective
No corporate agenda. No upselling. Just clear, objective subsurface analysis that serves your decision-making. Not a vendor relationship.
◈
Operator-Focused Deliverables
Work product calibrated for how operators actually make decisions, integrated interpretations, ranked opportunities, and actionable recommendations.
◈
Responsive & Efficient
The agility of a specialist with the technical depth of a major company geoscientist. Fast turnarounds without sacrificing rigor.
Ed Bauer
Ed Bauer
Principal Geoscientist

About

Geoscience expertise
you can rely on

Bauer Subsurface Solutions brings deep technical expertise in onshore US basins to independent operators, mid-size E&P companies, and energy investors. Based in Houston, TX, and specializing in Eagle Ford, Permian Basin, and Gulf Coast plays, Ed Bauer delivers the kind of subsurface clarity that moves projects forward. Available remotely across onshore US basins.

  • Extensive experience across major onshore US basins
  • Full-cycle geoscience from exploration through development
  • Integrated petrophysical and structural interpretation
  • Proven track record on A&D and field development work
Full Background

Who I Work With

The situations I get called for

Your wells aren't hitting the model

Production is underperforming and the answer is somewhere in the subsurface. I find it.

You're planning a drilling program

You need the pre-drill work done right: target definition, well planning, and a geoscientist who will tell you the truth about the risk.

Capital is on the line

Whether you're a PE group evaluating an acquisition or an operator deciding where to drill next, I give you an independent read on what the subsurface actually says.

You need a geoscientist, not a firm

No junior staff, no account managers. You work directly with me from day one.

07

Services

What we do

All Services →
01
Field Development Planning
Integrated subsurface plans that maximize recovery and reduce development risk across your asset base.
→
02
Well Planning
Target definition, trajectory design, and hazard identification to put your wells in the right rock.
→
03
Reservoir Characterization
Comprehensive studies integrating well data, seismic, and production history to define your reservoir.
→
04
Asset & A&D Evaluations
Independent asset evaluations and rigorous subsurface due diligence for acquisitions and divestitures. Know what you have and what you're buying.
→
05
Infill Drilling Studies
Identify untapped reservoir potential and rank infill locations to optimize your inventory.
→
06
Geosteering
Real-time wellbore placement guidance to keep your lateral in the target zone and maximize reservoir contact.
→
07
Well Lookbacks
Post-drill performance evaluation with geoscience-driven lessons learned and recommendations to improve your next well.
→

Basin & Play Experience

Proven across
diverse basins

Experience spanning onshore US and Canada, from tight oil and unconventional plays to conventional reservoirs across multiple geological settings.

Basin diversity matters. Every geological setting demands a different interpretive approach, and experience across multiple basins means fewer surprises and faster calibration on your assets.

US Gulf Coast
Eagle Ford
Unconventional · Shale Oil & Gas
US Gulf Coast
Austin Chalk
Unconventional / Conventional · Oil
US Gulf Coast
Cotton Valley Sands
Conventional · Tight Gas
US Gulf Coast
Ark-La-Tex
Conventional · Gas
US Gulf Coast
East Texas Basin
Conventional · Oil & Gas
US Permian
Permian Basin
Unconventional · Oil
US Rockies
Powder River Basin
Unconventional · Oil & Gas
US Rockies
Green River Basin
Conventional · Oil & Gas
Canada · WCSB
Duvernay
Unconventional · Shale Oil & Gas
Canada · WCSB
Montney
Unconventional · Tight Gas & Oil
BSS
Bauer Subsurface Solutions

Why Bauer Subsurface

The difference an independent specialist makes

When you hire a large firm, you often get a junior geoscientist backed by a senior reviewer. When you hire Bauer Subsurface Solutions, you get a senior geoscientist doing the work. Every time..

  • 01

    Senior-Level Work on Every Project

    No hand-offs to junior staff. Your project gets experienced eyes from start to finish.

  • 02

    Objective, Unbiased Analysis

    Independent consultants don't have corporate mandates or upsell incentives. The analysis serves you.

  • 03

    Scale Up Without a Full-Time Hire

    High oil prices creating opportunity? Bring in senior geoscience capacity now, without the long-term commitment of a permanent headcount.

  • 04

    Short-Term Staff Augmentation

    Backfilling a vacancy, covering a leave, or managing a surge in workload, Bauer Subsurface Solutions plugs in fast and gets up to speed faster.

  • 05

    Rapid Project Turnaround

    No onboarding queues. No internal bureaucracy. When you need a deliverable quickly, an independent specialist moves at the speed your business requires.

100%
Senior-Level Delivery
7
Specialized Services
US
Onshore Basins
◎

Project-Based

Defined scope, clear deliverable, fixed timeline. Ideal for studies, evaluations, and one-time analyses.

◎

Staff Augmentation

Embedded support for a defined period. Cover a vacancy, manage a workload surge, or staff up during a high-activity window.

◎

Retainer / Ongoing

Recurring availability for operators who need consistent geoscience support without a full-time hire on the books.

The Process

What to expect

Every project is tailored to your needs, a single well or an entire basin, one week or several months. The process is the same: clear communication, zero surprises, and work product that's built around your decision timeline.

01

Initial Call

A direct conversation with Ed, no intake forms, no sales process. You describe your challenge, your timeline, and what a successful outcome looks like. This call is always complimentary and comes with no obligation.

02

Scoping

Based on your project, Ed prepares a clear scope of work, defining deliverables, timeline, and engagement structure. Projects range from a focused one-week study to multi-month programs. Everything is transparent before work begins.

03

Project Updates

You stay informed throughout. Regular check-ins keep your team aligned on progress, flag any emerging data questions early, and ensure the work is heading in the right direction. No black-box consulting..

04

Delivery

Work product is delivered in formats your team can actually use, maps, reports, presentations, or integrated datasets. Every deliverable is accompanied by a clear narrative that connects the geoscience to your business decision.

05

Follow-Up

The engagement doesn't end at delivery. Ed remains available to walk through results with your team, answer questions as they arise, and provide additional context as your project evolves. The goal is to add lasting value, not just hand off a report.

Ready to get started?

The first conversation is always free.

Schedule a Call →

Get in Touch

Let's solve your
subsurface challenge

Whether you're evaluating an acquisition, planning your next drilling program, or need a second opinion on a complex interpretation, reach out. The first conversation is always free.

  • ✉
    ed@bauersubsurface.com
  • ☎
    (713) 396-3478
  • 📍
    Houston, Texas

You'll receive a response within one business day.