Okay, let’s tackle this. So Albert Murphree has a mix of technical and management skills. Project management professionals with his level of experience, especially in the energy and petroleum industries, typically charge higher rates. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, project management specialists in the oil and gas industry can earn median salaries around $115,000. Considering his skills and experience, I estimate his hourly rate to be around $125, which is slightly below the median salary but still reflective of his value proposition.