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Pipeline Inspector / Consultant
Career Profile
Seasoned Oil and Gas Industry Leader, spanning 20 years of experience managing a wide range of construction, pipeline, and commissioning projects across multiple global regions. Demonstrate proficiency and deep knowledge in well abandonments, reclamation, right of way, the building of roads, leases, pipeline construction drawings, interpretation, and facility upgrades. Excel at delivering on time and under budget results, leveraging the knowledge of industry best practices to mitigate risks and conduct comprehensive inspections. Adept at leading operations and cross-functional teams, oilfield maintenance and testing, safety management, and construction/oilfield technology and standards. Deliver proactive leadership in the identification and improvement of operational processes to maximize project potentials. Commitment to providing exceptional competencies in:
Strategic Planning and Implementation Oilfield Project Management Oil and Gas Construction
Project Construction Management Pipeline & Facility Construction Safety and Quality Standards
Site and Plan Construction/Supervision Operations and Team Leadership Survey & Inspection
Construction Engineering and Leadership Resource Allocation and Budgeting Site Clean up
Facilities and Infrastructure Development Asset & Equipment Management People Management Professional Experience
PIPELINE INSPECTOR / FIELD CONSULTANT/ SUPERVISOR 1999 to Present R.D.M. Contracting, Saskatchewan/British Columbia/Alberta/Northwest Territories
General Operations Strategies:
o Oversee all aspects of construction and pipeline inspections for oil and gas facilities, roads, water/sewer projects.
o Manage the operation of oil wells and batteries, install compressor sites/processor facilities for small and large diameter pipelines/reclamation of abandoned sites. o Establish and maintain relationships with government agencies to obtain essential regulatory approvals.
Diverse Project Management:
o Manage multiple projects including strategic planning and implementation, road mapping, and continuous process improvements.
o Develop safety standards in collaboration with cross-functional teams, manage tenders, budgets, estimates, method statements, programming, cost control, and comprehensive reporting.
Team Leadership:
o Lead OH&S standard in addition to implementing Safe Work Method Statements. o Liaise with team members to ensure the highest possible quality of work. o Lead and mentor teams in line with organizational goals.
Key Achievements:
o Recognized with the NUMAC Energy Safety Award for identifying leaks in a salt-water disposal line and injection well, reducing the risk of potential environmental disasters.
Key Projects:
SINOPEC (July 2023 to Present)
Abandonment and decommissioning of production facilities and pipelines o TMEP (May 2020 to Present)
Damage Prevention Inspector/Civil Inspector Monitor ground disturbance activities, issue permits
Oversee general civil work.
o Rangeland Midstream, Martin Hills Pipeline Project (1/2020 to 3/2020)
Led ditch lower in backfill inspection, volume seat control, and rock guard. ROBERT MEIDINGER
Granum, AB
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Pipeline Inspector / Consultant
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o CNRL, Asset Integrity Inspector (10/2017 to 6/2019)
Managed inspection tool runs, pre-job scouting and repairs, digs, piping, and riser replacement. o Foley Inspection Enbridge High Pine 30KMS 42” NPS Pine Pass Enbridge Line 3 Replacement (7/2017 to 10/2017)
Managed inspection tool runs, pre-job scouting and repairs, digs, piping, and riser replacement. o Freeport Energy Services Pembina Pipeline (8/2016 to 4/2018)
Led inspections and consulting for 140KMS NPS 16’ and 24’ common trench Fox to Namao. o Pembina Pipeline (10/2015 to 1/2016)
Drove the final clean-up of about 140KMS of right-of-way from Kakwa to Fox Creek, 16’ NPSJ. o Pembina Pipeline (6/2015 to 9/2015)
Managed inspections for 31KMS 16” and 24” Namao to Redwater Grade with a focus on the ditch and backfill clean-up.
o Pembina Pipeline (11/2013 to 3/2015)
Inspected clearing/grade ditch backfill for Fox Creek/Kakwa 16” NPS pipeline project. o Pembina Pipeline (9/2013 to 11/2013)
Managed inspection of clean construction, Resthaven 6” NPS pipeline project. o Freeport Energy Services (12/2012 to 3/2013)
Pembina Pipeline Resthaven 6” NPS Pipeline Project.
Additional experience as a Construction Inspector, Pipeline Inspector, Field Consultant, and Facilities Inspector. Professional Development
Ground Disturbance Level 2 Course API 1169 Standard First Aid/Level B CPR
Environmental Planning for Linear Development H2S Alive Hazard Assessment Course
Pipeline Environmental Inspection ATV WHMIS & TDG
Work Site Safe PCST EGSO
Key Areas of Expertise
PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT / PROJECT MANAGEMENT / OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT / SITE MANAGEMENT / CONSULTING
Monitor the timely completion of projects, ensuring that the project is constructed in strict accordance with plans, specifications, and local codes.
Maintain communication with the operations team, regularly reporting operational progress and status.
Supervise pipeline construction operations, maintenance, and other related activities, ensuring operations are carried out efficiently, complying with company operating procedures and safety policy.
Conduct regular site tours and report all integrity concerns to Head office for speedy closeout.
Review and develop plans and specifications during the schematic design of pre-construction.
Manage field-level planning for anticipated construction activities and application requirements.
Plan, coordinate, budget, and supervise construction projects from development to completion.
Schedule and coordinate all construction processes, meeting design specifications.
Identify conflicts in construction progress and communicate them to the project team for resolution.
Monitor and comply with the timely completion of projects, ensuring that the project is constructed in strict accordance with plans, specifications, and local codes. OILFIELD GENERAL KNOWLEDGEBASE
Good knowledge in the design, construction, and start-up of pipeline construction projects.
Understand and lead construction and start-up systems for constructability.
Ensure that construction procedures are regulated and up to its highest standards.
Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues that arise from the field.
Interpret and explain contracts and technical information to other professionals. 3
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Quickly respond: to queries and resolve any technical barriers to completion QA/QC MANAGEMENT
Ensure that all quality requirements are met without impacting the efficiency of the operations.
Coordinate quality control and assurance activities in accordance with standards and regulations.
Conduct daily safety audits and ensure HSE regulations are constantly upheld. INSPECTION / REGULATORY / COMPLIANCE
Perform ongoing site inspections during construction.
Ensure compliance with all ground disturbance regulations.
Properly document and examine design deviations prior to execution. ENVIRONMENTAL / SAFETY AND RISK MANAGEMENT (OH&S)
Implement and monitor the strict adherence of all personnel to the Company Safety Management System, including compliance with legislation, company policies, standards, and procedures.
Promote and maintain a safe environment for all personnel.
Execute immediate action to contain, eliminate or guard against actual and potential hazards to health and safety.
Provide on-site leadership to ensure safety and quality of all projects.
Conduct daily safety and production meeting to discuss/convey concerns with the construction team and management.
Ensure a safe job analysis on relevant safety and construction-related procedures, guidelines, and that equipment operating instructions, etc. are updated, cascaded, and followed by crews. PEOPLE MANAGEMENT / TRAINING / SUPERVISION / MENTORSHIP
Train and validate personnel’s competencies in their particular discipline of work.
Ensure ongoing development and training of crew personnel.
Coach people to maintain the highest levels of expertise and performance.
Ability to motivate personnel and develop rapport with diverse individuals at all levels.
Improve and maintain a dynamic workforce capable of supplying complex deliverables to a wide range of projects.
Excellent ability to engage employees and challenge them to do their best work.
Supervise and lead by example by setting the standards for safety, quality, production, and demeanour highlighting the importance of earning the respect of the team. TECHNOLOGICAL COMPETENCY / PROGRAMS
Maintain required records in accordance with corporate, regulatory, and certification agencies' requirements.
Strengthen reporting by developing plans and standards.
Prepare and maintain accurate documentation such as meeting reports, hazard identification sheets, incident reports, work permits, alert and memo confirmations, as well as any other items as required by the company.
Willingness to continue training to expand technical knowledge and experience of the industry.
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Gather project material submittals and maintain records of approvals at the job site.
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE / MANAGEMENT
Ensure that all personnel properly use and care for their personal protective equipment and verify that such equipment is in serviceable condition.
Ensure that scheduled maintenance, inspection, and monitoring activities are completed in a timely manner.
Inspect and confirm that the job site is equipped with all necessary tools, equipment, and supplies.
Understand the importance of maintaining and managing equipment. 4
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Supervise and monitor inventory management and turnover. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT / COST CONTROL / ESTIMATIONS / TRACKING & REPORTING
Update and maintain cost expenditures to ensure cost-efficient project completion.
Reduce operating expenditures while increasing production output.
Ensure and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly budgeting.
Manage procurement and purchase of various equipment.
Continuously look for ways to reduce costs and improve performance without compromising safety.
Ensure cost performance is as estimated or as per scope change. SCOPE OF INFLUENCE
Gain the confidence and trust of all personnel by learning their capabilities and limitations.
Maintain professional business relationships with vendors and partners.
Establish positive relations between staff and implement effective performance management initiatives.
Communicate with personnel regarding operations and that they know potential issues (provide early resolutions).
Develop great rapport with co-workers during and after construction projects.
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