Colte Andrew James
Poplarville,MS
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Inspector/ Civil Inspector/ NACE 1 coating Inspector
Williams Companies
03.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Williams Companies
- Monitoring general contractors day to day activities and keeping them in compliance with state and federal regulations
- Monitoring clearing, grade, and resource crossings
- Coordinate removal and disposal of hazardous materials
- Inspecting E&S controls and monitoring installation
- Coordinate with state and federal agencies to ensure compliance
- Inspecting general contractors plan of action when open cutting a resource to help ensure a environmentally friendly plan is in place that fits into the set regulations by Williams as well as state and federal agencies
- Documenting all out of compliance issues and having them address by the contractor in a timely manner
- Witness 3rd party concrete testing, prior to installations
- Inspect installation of facility erosion control devices and stormwater management systems
- Post rain event walk throughs and compiling punch list items to be fixed by the contractor
- Monitor and inspect contractors application of carbon steel coatings
- Monitor and inspect Hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure tests
- Monitor and inspect installation of above and below grade concrete supports
- Williams Companies
- Verified information on permits and contracts for projects to assess compliance with legal requirements.
- Audited new projects and environmental department activities to identify and resolve concerns.
- Monitored new projects and developments for adherence to local regulations, issued violations and determined necessary corrective actions.
- Reviewed and provided advice and recommendations on environmental management, erosion and sediment control plans and spill control and response plans.
- Provided expert guidance on regulatory requirements, assisting clients in maintaining adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.
- Consistently met deadlines for report submissions, maintaining a strong track record of timely documentation for all completed inspections.
- Acted as a liaison between clients and regulatory agencies during inspections and enforcement actions, facilitating constructive communication and problemsolving.
- Participated in regular safety audits, contributing to a safer work environment within inspected facilities.
- Analyzed and implemented state, federal or local requirements to maintain approved pre-treatment, pollution prevention and storm water runoff programs.
- Provided clear explanations of complex regulations to clients, helping them understand their responsibilities under applicable laws.
- Spearheaded safe and efficient handling and disposal of environmental waste.
- Conducted environmental audits to verify compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
Assistant chief inspector/ Utility Inspector/ NACE1 coating inspector/ Environmental Inspector
Energy Transfer Partners
02.2020 - 03.2023
- Company Overview: Energy Transfer Partners
- Assisted with the installation of the bradford county SGL 12 gathering system
- Inspecting various types of coating applied to steel substrates
- Inspecting above ground fabrication coatings
- Monitoring Hydrotest procedures to ensure safe and proper operation of pipeline once in service
- Overseeing timber clearing operations
- Ensure contractors abide by and practice all OSHA and company safety standards
- Monitor and ensure all safety and PPE requirements and procedures are followed by everyone on site
- Keep detailed work log throughout day as work progresses and task are completed
- Monitor and ensure contractor’s traffic maintenance plans are set-up and followed
- Assist in environmental inspections and compliance
- Energy Transfer Partners
- Streamlined workflow by optimizing scheduling and resource allocation for multiple inspection teams.
- Presented findings from inspections to senior management, informing decision-making on operational improvements required at various facilities or sites investigated.
- Mentored junior inspectors, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Completed thorough written descriptions and took photographs to document conditions.
- Examined relevant documents prior to inspections in order to become acquainted with property features.
- Drafted detailed reports on findings of inspections.
- Used hand tools and gauges to take measurements.
- Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
- Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
Instrument man/Party Chief
Hatch Mott Macdonald
01.2013 - 12.2017
- Company Overview: TC Energy
- Preliminary surveying
- As-built
- Weld mapping
- Operating Trimble TSC3 equipment
- Training employees for the job of instrument man
- Operating conventional style survey equipment
- Locating existing pipelines
- Locating and setting boundary and property corner
- Redlining above ground fabrication
- TC Energy
- Optimized data collection processes for increased efficiency in field measurements.
- Collaborated with survey teams to ensure precise measurements and accurate data gathering.
- Gathered, organized and modeled data for reports and presentations.
- Performed field calculations to complete assessments.
- Utilized GPS technology for efficient data collection, expediting the completion of fieldwork assignments.
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions on job sites, efficiently adjusting plans as needed while maintaining overall project goals.
- Reduced costly errors by meticulously reviewing survey data and ensuring proper documentation.
- Used Trimble and AutoCAD to create detailed maps from raw field data.
- Conducted topographic surveys to support land development projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines.
- Compiled measurement and marker data from plats and drawings using public records to determine geographical boundaries of land parcels and utility locations.
- Coordinated survey crew activities and oversaw field operations.
MWD Operator
Scientific Drilling
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Building mud pulse well tracking tools
- Send and receiving email containing data log and well path information
- Maintaining, cleaning, and checking functionality of all tools and equipment
- Corresponding with directional driller to track and keep on path the well plans assigned
- Keeping track of serialized equipment that has been brought to project site or sent from project site
- Proficient in use of spread sheets and excel files
- Reduced non-productive time through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting of MWD tools.
- Coordinated with directional drillers to achieve precise wellbore placement as per geological targets.
- Provided training for new personnel, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Supported wellbore placement accuracy, utilizing advanced MWD technology during drilling operations.
Basic Infantry Rifleman Team leader
United States Marine Corp
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Team leader from 2009 to 2012
- Training junior marines in fireteam and squad maneuvers
- Leading 4 to 13 marines in combat as team/squad leader
- Inspecting and maintaining the welfare of my marines
- Coordinating combat and training maneuvers
- Conducting combat operations in Afghanistan
- Maintaining crew serve weapons
- Trained to operate and maintenance: M4 M249 SAW M240 M2 .50 MK19
- Marine Corp Martial Arts Training: Tan belt, Grey belt, Brown belt
- Awards: MARINE CORPS GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL, NATO MEDAL-ISAF AFGHANISTAN, PURPLE HEART, SEA SERVICE DEPLOYMENT RIBBON x3, COMBAT ACTION RIBBON x2, NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL, GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM SERVICE MEDAL, NAVY AND MARINE CORPS ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL, AFGHANISTAN CAMPAIGN MEDAL x2
- Supervised casualty evacuations.
- Achieved mission objectives through close collaboration with other members of the fireteam, including support roles such as grenadiers, machine gunners, or designated marksmen.
- Contributed to mission success by maintaining situational awareness and rapidly adapting to changing conditions on the battlefield.
- Located, destroyed, and assaulted enemies by fire.
- Strengthened team cohesion through active participation in group drills, exercises, and debriefs.
- Ensured accurate reporting of intelligence gathered during patrols or reconnaissance missions, contributing to the overall situational understanding of the battlefield.
- Facilitated smoother operations by assisting in the planning and execution of reconnaissance patrols.
- Utilized grenades and pyrotechnics for flagging and signaling.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
Education
High School Degree -
Petal High School
04.2007
Skills
Asbestos Inspection
Habitat Restoration
Erosion Control
Inspection Reporting
Dependable and Responsible
Problem-Solving
Excellent Communication
Training and Development
Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- API 1169 Certified Pipeline Inspector
- NACE/AMPP CIP level 1
- OSHA 30 SAFETY TRAINING
Awards
- MARINE CORPS GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL
- NATO MEDAL-ISAF AFGHANISTAN
- PURPLE HEART
- SEA SERVICE DEPLOYMENT RIBBON x3
- COMBAT ACTION RIBBON x2
- NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL
- GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM SERVICE MEDAL
- NAVY AND MARINE CORPS ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL
- AFGHANISTAN CAMPAIGN MEDAL x2
References
- Justin Bennet, Lead Environment Inspector, Williams Companies, 607-426-1473, Bennettjm25@live.com
- Angie Tuttle, Lead Environmental Inspector, WhipperHill Compliance LLC, 814-203-5490, Atuttle@envcompliance.cc
- Scott Carnegie, Safety coordinator, Austin industrial, (601) 754-3574, Scottcarnegie66@gmail.com
- Eric Tuttle, Lead Environmental Inspector, Whipperhill Consulting LLC, 570-592-2365, etuttle@whipperhill.com
- Ray Swilley, Supervisor, Mott Macdonald, 281-638-4490, Ray.swilley@mottmac.com
- Kyle Marshall, Environmental specialist, Williams companies,+1 (713) 248-7335, Kyle.Marshall@williams.com
Timeline
Environmental Inspector/ Civil Inspector/ NACE 1 coating Inspector
Williams Companies
03.2023 - Current
Assistant chief inspector/ Utility Inspector/ NACE1 coating inspector/ Environmental Inspector
Energy Transfer Partners
02.2020 - 03.2023
Instrument man/Party Chief
Hatch Mott Macdonald
01.2013 - 12.2017
MWD Operator
Scientific Drilling
01.2012 - 01.2013
Basic Infantry Rifleman Team leader
United States Marine Corp
01.2008 - 12.2012
High School Degree -
Petal High School
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