Scout is a private energy investment manager focused on the acquisition, operation and improvement of upstream energy assets and associated midstream energy infrastructure.
To generate attractive risk-adjusted returns across a geologically and geographically diverse portfolio of operated energy assets through our reputation, financial strength, market expertise and firm capabilities in business development, engineering and operations
To become the preferred acquirer of upstream energy assets and associated midstream energy infrastructure, trusted by investors to generate returns and by field operators to optimize operations
We work with leading academic endowments, public and private pension plans, charitable foundations, health care systems, insurance and sovereign wealth pools, funds-of-funds and multi- and single-family offices to support their missions and investment goals.
We scout for assets with existing production and cash flow characteristics across mature basins with identifiable operating enhancement and development potential.
We directly manage day-to-day operations through our integrated operating structure and experienced field team with a goal of improving operations, reducing expenses and delivering predictable yield.
Scout and its affiliates directly operate the assets purchased by the funds we manage, without the intermediary structure of underlying portfolio companies. We believe that this integrated strategy is ideally suited for existing cash-flowing productive assets, and facilitates more predictable returns, yields distributable cash throughout market cycles, mitigates expense drag and return dilution and decreases the reliance on exit markets to achieve overall performance objectives. Our core focus is on the acquisition and optimization of operated upstream assets and associated midstream infrastructure that seek to generate risk-adjusted outcomes.
Scout believes it is the preferred acquirer of upstream energy assets and associated midstream energy infrastructure, as we have the industry reputation as a fair and reliable transaction partner, the financial strength to make competitive offers and the in-house engineering expertise to provide a rapid, comprehensive and fair evaluation of assets.
Scout has established an experienced cross-disciplinary team of industry professionals that have extensive asset sourcing, underwriting, operations, geology, reservoir development, land/leasing, midstream/product marketing and financial experience. The firm employs over 1,000 talented teammates, with ~200 in our corporate office and ~900 field staff across 38 field offices in eight states.
guide us, bind us and empower us.
We have the courage to do what’s right. We choose what is right, even when it’s hard, and we’re accountable for our actions.
We find a way to get things done. We persevere and flex our thinking in an uncompromising quest to find solutions.
We work with each other, for each other. We encourage collaboration, inclusivity and respect while supporting the success of our teammates.
We’re conventional producers with unconventional ideas. We promote a positive learning environment where mistakes are allowed in our efforts to find a better way.
We enjoy what we do. We promote an environment where work/life balance is valued, and people are excited to deliver on our mission.
We are committed to making positive contributions to the communities where we live and work, including involvement with and support of local nonprofits, volunteering for community activities and sponsoring important causes.
Scout Gives Back is a program established by employees to identify and promote optional service activities in the communities in which we operate. The program holds various events throughout the year such as book drives, fundraising races, holiday gift donations and an annual volunteer day for employees.
Below are a few of the nonprofits Scout has partnered with.
We know that employees bring their best selves to work when all areas of their lives are in balance – work, home, physical health and mental well-being. Strength comes in many forms, and our wellness program is designed to support all of these areas and provide tools to help us truly be Scout Strong. Our wellness program provides employees with resources and support in all areas of strength and well-being for whole-person wellness.
