Experienced leader seeking a challenging role as a Pipeline Estimator Welding Manager.

         Proven track record in the pipeline and production side of the oil and gas industry.

         Strong estimating experience, including purchasing materials, reading MPRs and testing results.

         Extensive background providing estimates for digging ditches, including buying/renting equipment.

         Managed projects from inception to completion, including overcoming numerous challenges.

         Maintained charts, maps and files, as well as inspection reports for projects issued.

         Exceptional listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including leading teams.

         Solid time management, attention to detail and organizational skills.

         Certified Welder with a stellar safety record and expertise with stick welding, ANSI, ASME and PFI codes.

         Experience with technical line management as well as reading and interpreting blueprints.

         Proficient with Microsoft Word and SAP material management.

Estimating Team Leadership  Project Coordination 

Purchasing Project Management Problem Solving

Pipeline Construction  Client Relations Construction Design 

Quality Control, Knighten Inc. May 2017-Present

         Lead hydrostatic testing for the Andadarko pipeline, a major pipeline project.

         Showcase strong personnel management skills while overseeing up to 25 welders.

         Verify building materials per each job order as well specifications.

Quality Assurance Analyst, South Tex Treaters Feb. 2015-Mar. 2017

         Led a diverse team of 15 of welders, as well as shipping/receiving personnel.

         Verified MTR, WQP and BOM and confirmed layout of all blueprints.

         Inspected fabrication to ensure it met ASME code guidelines.

         Performed pre-walk through of hydrostatic test.

         Handled weld map for all welding assignments, including in-service purpose, location and welder ID. 

Pipeline Superintendent/Quality Control/Inspector, Grand Isle Shipyards 2010-2011

         Demonstrated excellent leadership skills while overseeing pipeline operations.

         Performed inspections of production to ensure the utmost quality control.

Owner/Pipeline Welder and Inspector, Lewis Welding Sept. 1981-Sept. 2010

         Led pipeline welding inspections, as well as team of up 20 welders.

         Maintained inventory of spare parts and completed necessary purchase requisitions. 

         Safely cut and welded onto 500-barrel storage tanks.     

         Communicated effectively with clients to determine project plans and timelines.

         Assessed work to determine errors in order to achieve compliance objectives.

Certified Pipeline Welding Inspector (CPWI)

National Welding Inspection School 

Earned Western District Safety Techniques School Certificate

ARCO Oil and Gas Co.