Meet our team
Travis Smith
President
Travis began his career in 2004 and quickly advanced into pipeline operations, ultimately serving in leadership roles including Construction Manager, Operations Manager, and Director of Operations. His experience spans pipeline construction from 2-inch to 48-inch systems across a wide range of terrains, as well as oversight of gas-processing facilities from 3 MMCF to 1 BCF per day, including compression, amine, cryogenic, and dehydration units. He has worked extensively with state and federal regulators to ensure full compliance on all projects.
Before joining Brushy Creek Construction, Travis served as Director of Operations for Tanos Exploration, where he managed drilling, completions, construction, and daily operations across 1,200 wells in the Haynesville shale . Known for his hands-on leadership and focus on team performance, he is committed to building strong, high-performing field and operations teams.
Randall "Hunter" Nerren
Operations Manager
Hunter began his career as a welder and quickly advanced to become a leader on the wellsite, Brushy Creek recognized his talent and he joined the company in 2024. His precision, fabrication expertise, and uncompromising commitment to quality set a standard for every crew he works with. Known for developing top-tier talent, he leads Brushy Creek's efforts in the field.
His well-known phrase, “If it was easy, it’d be hard to keep a job,” reflects the work ethic and discipline he brings to every project.
Daniel Mojica
Safety & Compliance Manager
As our company has grown, safety has remained a top priority. The oilfield is no longer a place where even minor incidents are acceptable. To reflect that, we’ve invested in a formal safety program led by a dedicated safety professional. Daniel has 15 years of dedicated safety experience across all phases of well development and he now leads safety for Brushy Creek’s diverse project portfolio. Bilingual in English and Spanish, he helps implement a no‑compromise approach to site safety wherever Brushy Creek operates — “Safety isn’t optional; it’s how we get the job done.”
Certifications:
• OSHA 510 – Construction Industry Standards
• OSHA 511 – General Industry Standards
• OSHA 2264 – Permit-Required Confined Space
• PEC Safeland
• H2S Awareness
• Former PEC and Veriforce Instructor
• Former Medic First Aid & AED Instructor
• Safety Task Training Instructor
“Our company is built on shared values—safety first, integrity in every decision, quality in every weld and every mile of pipe, and accountability from top to bottom. These aren’t just words on a wall; they’re the standards our entire team lives by every day.”
Travis Smith