Gerardo Rueben
Houston,TX
Summary
High-performing Electrical and Instrumentation Leader with 23 years of proven success delivering complex industrial, offshore, and refinery projects at the highest level. Brings over 15 years of leadership experience as a Foreman, General Foreman, and Vice President of Operations, consistently driving productivity, safety, and project execution from startup to completion. Known for taking control of challenging jobs, building strong crews, and pushing projects to meet aggressive deadlines without compromising quality or compliance. Expert in electrical systems, instrumentation, commissioning, and troubleshooting, with a hands-on leadership style that earns respect in the field and delivers results. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, enabling effective communication, crew leadership, and coordination across diverse teams. A decisive leader who solves problems fast, holds teams accountable, and ensures every project is completed efficiently, safely, and on budget.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Foreman
Kiewit (TIC)
Orange, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Played a key role in the construction of the GTPP Ethylene Plant in Orange, Texas (US-TX), leading electrical and instrumentation activities to ensure safe, efficient, and on-schedule project execution.
- Led construction teams to ensure project compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Managed daily operations, coordinating schedules and resource allocation for efficient workflow.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity across multiple job sites.
- Trained and mentored crew members on best practices and safety protocols to foster skill development.
- Oversaw daily operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations on construction sites.
- Coordinated project schedules and resource allocation to maximize efficiency and minimize delays.
Electrical Foreman/Instrument Foreman & Technician
Delta Constructors
Anchorage, AK
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Executed advanced industrial electrical/instrumentation installation and troubleshooting.
- Took on foreman-level responsibilities ensuring project quality, safety, and timelines.
- Worked on projects at XTO Energy (Carlsbad, NM), Kinder Morgan (Moab, UT), and Midland, TX.
- Supervised compliance with all codes and operational standards.
- Inspected and tested electrical equipment to verify correct operations and safety.
Vice President of Operations
Mr. Watts Electric LLC
Spring, TX
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Oversaw company operations, project management, workforce hiring, estimating, and safety planning.
- Met with clients, led new project launches, and ensured efficient service delivery.
- Successfully reduced operational costs by implementing streamlined processes.
- Fostered positive relationships with external vendors through timely communication, negotiation, and collaboration.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while managing a team of 50+ employees across multiple departments.
Inspector
C-Automation (Proserv)
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Installed and tested pneumatic, hydraulic, and autoclave tubing systems.
- Conducted high-pressure tubing work (1/4" to 2") on offshore/onshore equipment.
- Led quality inspections (fit-up, welding, air/pressure tests), including Navy specs.
- Supervised safety, QA/QC reporting, and inspection planning.
- Built systems: UTHs, HDMs, HFLs, Cobra Heads, brackets, and accumulator stands.
- Developed standard operating procedures to streamline workflow processes.
- Utilized blueprints and technical drawings to verify product compliance with specifications.
- Interpreted complex customer specifications and developed testing protocols accordingly.
- Monitored system performance during startup procedures ensuring that all settings were correct prior to commissioning the system into service.
Instrumentation & Electrical Foreman
Proserv (TIC Tubular Instrumentation Controls)
Houston, TX
01.2013 - 07.2017
- Fabricated and installed process tubing and instrumentation on offshore/onshore systems.
- Installed and troubleshot PLCs, control panels, and motor starters.
- Managed autoclave systems on BOPs, HPUs, diverter's, and test pumps.
Instrumentation & Electrical Technician / Safety Coordinator
Exterran Energy Solutions (Hanover)
Houston, TX
05.2006 - 01.2013
- Installed and serviced control systems on compressors, including Caterpillar 3608-3616 engines.
- Led plant safety programs, behavior-based safety training, and OSHA compliance.
- Designed tubing runs, fabricated brackets, and tested shutdown systems.
Education
Organizational Analysis
Stanford University
Online2020
Management
Northwestern University
Online2019
Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles
Harvard University
Online2017
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School
Spring, TX01-2002
Skills
- Project Management & Team Leadership
- Strategic Planning & Operations Management
- Instrument calibration expertise
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- QA/QC Inspections & Documentation
- Electrical Troubleshooting & Installation
- Microsoft Office
- Management of safety procedures
- Safety Standards
- Pipe & Tubing Fabrication (Autoclave, Hydraulic, Pneumatic)
- NEC Code Compliance
Certification
- Texas Journeyman Electrician License, 09/01/09
- BOSIET 5700 Offshore Safety Training, 01/01/13 - 01/01/19
- HUET Water Survival, SAFEGULF, 01/01/11 - 01/01/17
- OSHA/Safety Courses & Leadership Training, 01/01/08
- NCCER Certified: Instrumentation Fitter, Pipe Fitter, Industrial Electrician, 01/01/16
- TWIC Credential, 01/01/11 - 01/01/16
- Facilitator Training, BST, 01/01/08
Timeline
General Foreman
Kiewit (TIC)
02.2025 - Current
Electrical Foreman/Instrument Foreman & Technician
Delta Constructors
08.2023 - 02.2025
Vice President of Operations
Mr. Watts Electric LLC
08.2021 - 08.2023
Inspector
C-Automation (Proserv)
06.2017 - 08.2021
Instrumentation & Electrical Foreman
Proserv (TIC Tubular Instrumentation Controls)
01.2013 - 07.2017
Instrumentation & Electrical Technician / Safety Coordinator
Exterran Energy Solutions (Hanover)
05.2006 - 01.2013
Organizational Analysis
Stanford University
Management
Northwestern University
Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles
Harvard University
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School