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President & CEO
Lee Lochtefeld is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Somerset Gas Transmission Company, North Coast Gas Transmission, and Sustainable Field Services. With over 15 years of experience in natural gas pipeline development, he has led negotiations with commercial counterparties, government entities, and landowners. His previous leadership roles at Generation Pipeline and Appalachian Midstream Partners, combined with his finance background from the University of Dayton, make him a driving force behind strategic growth and industry partnerships.
Chief Financial Consultant
Scott Jurcenko serves as a Chief Finance Consultant for Somerset Gas Transmission Company, North Coast Gas Transmission, and Sustainable Field Services. With over 35 years of experience in accounting and financial leadership, he has worked across the natural gas pipeline, real estate, and retail industries. Previously, as Vice President of Middle Market Banking at National City Bank, he managed portfolio development and financial strategy. His expertise, combined with an accounting degree from The Ohio State University, strengthens the financial operations of the organization.
Financial Manager
Austin Day is the Finance Manager for Somerset Gas Transmission Company, North Coast Gas Transmission, and Sustainable Field Services. With a background in public accounting as an external auditor at PwC, he has over eight years of experience in accounting and finance. Previously, he served as Finance Manager for NFI, one of North America’s leading parts distribution organizations. Austin holds both a B.S. in Accounting and an MBA from Ohio Dominican University, bringing strong financial expertise to the organization.
VP Commercial Operations
Jerry Westerfield is the Vice President of Commercial Operations for Somerset Gas Transmission Company, North Coast Gas Transmission, and Sustainable Field Services. With over 35 years of experience in the natural gas pipeline industry, he has held key leadership roles overseeing operations, resource optimization, and risk management. Previously, as Senior Vice President of Trading and Supply at ProLiance Energy, he was responsible for managing the company’s natural gas business unit. His expertise, combined with a finance background from Brescia University, makes him a vital leader in commercial strategy and operations.
Business Development Director
Tommy Young is the Business Development Manager of Somerset Gas Transmission Company, North Coast Gas Transmission, and Sustainable Field Services. Tommy is a seasoned leader in the energy sector, with expertise in finance, regulatory affairs, project management, and business development. He has successfully managed stakeholder relationships and driven internal efficiency initiatives. His deep understanding of complex regulatory and economic landscapes makes him a valuable asset to the NCGT team.
Office Manager & Executive Assistant
Business Analyst
Operations Manager
Field Operations
Field Operations
Right-of-Way Encroachment Request
A right-of-way encroachment or crossing is a structure installed across, on, along, or under a pipeline facility or pipeline right-of-way. A right-of-way crossing can also mean equipment or machinery crossing over the pipeline or facility site. Right-of-way crossings and encroachments pose a threat to the pipeline and require a Right-of-Way Encroachment Request. If your activity will require a crossing agreement with North Coast Gas Transmission please download, complete, and return this Encroachment Request.
If you have questions or are unsure if your activity might require an Encroachment Request, please contact us prior to beginning any work on or near the right-of-way.
Contact Info
175 S Third St, #400, Columbus, OH 43215
Tel. (614) 505-7210
Fax. (614) 505-7212
e-mail. operations@somersetgas.com
Tel. (614) 505-7210
Fax. (614) 505-7212
e-mail. operations@somersetgas.com
