Joseph Livingston
Manvel ,TX
Summary
Performance-driven Pipe Designer/Superintendent with, 5+ years experience with CAD 2D and 3D software and 19 years of industrial experience. Including, planning, fabricating, and installing piping and equipment systems and steel structures for different projects in various, oil/gas, LNG refineries, and petrochemical plant.
Responsible for field investigation and assessment, field dimensioning and verification, preformed survey duties, site development and layout, equipment arrangement, piping systems design.
Experience CAD: , S3D, CADWorx, AutoCad, Microstation.
U.S. Army Combat Engineer (2004-2007).
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipefitter Foreman
JVIC
12.2012 - 05.2013
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Promoted workplace safety by examining tools and equipment and providing employee safety training to prevent unsafe conditions.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Supervised layout, assembly and installation of various sizes and types of piping systems.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Reviewed and approved employee time reporting.
- Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
- Created CAD models and drawings for pipe and structural designs.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Calculated mathematical formulae to develop and design detailed specifications for components
- Prepared RFI and field change orders, red line drawings, and material take-offs and estimated the amount of equipment and workforce needed for each job
- Preformed survey duties, including determining elevations, grades, and equipment locations
- Oversaw pipe fabrication and welding following isometric drawings and blueprints
- Managed 5–15-man crews and all safety policies and procedures
- Prepared JSA for daily task, receiving permits and coordinating work
- Ensured the job completion was done in a cost effective and timely manner on or before the deadline
- Communication with clients and job updates to the clients, involved in daily and weekly update meetings
Pipe, Iron and Rigging Foreman
Infinity Construction Group Inc.
09.2011 - 05.2013
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Promoted workplace safety by examining tools and equipment and providing employee safety training to prevent unsafe conditions.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Supervised layout, assembly and installation of various sizes and types of piping systems.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Reviewed and approved employee time reporting.
- Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
- Created CAD models and drawings for pipe and structural designs.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Calculated mathematical formulae to develop and design detailed specifications for components
- Prepared RFI and field change orders, red line drawings, and material take-offs and estimated amounts of equipment and workforce needed for each job
- Preformed survey duties, including determining elevations, grades, and equipment locations
- Oversaw steel erections and following blueprints and structural drawings
- Oversaw proper rigging procedures for setting equipment, piping, and structural steel
- Oversaw pipe fabrication and welding following isometric drawings and blueprints
- Managed 5–15-man crews and all safety policies and procedures
- Ensured job completion was done most cost effective and timely mannered
Mechanical Superintendent/CAD Pipe Designer
Elite Piping And Civil
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Negotiated labor contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
- Developed and implemented construction plans according to client specifications and expectations.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Analyzed job cost reports to verify within budget production.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Scheduled utility service providers according to project timelines.
- Used computer software to design construction plans and perform calculations.
- Supervised installation of different types of mechanical equipment, keeping work in line with drawings and specifications.
- Prepared regular departmental reports detailing mechanical installation, maintenance and repair activities.
- Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
- Consulted with architects, customers and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates.
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare P&ID's
- Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD
Assistant Superintendent/Pipe Designer
DeJean Companies
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted in scheduling inspections for job sites and projects.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 30 employees.
- Supervised staff by checking work against project expectations.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Consulted with project managers, design consultants and sub-contractors to produce and alter drawings.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Created drawings using AutoCAD for mechanical and structural systems.
- Layout of Process equipment systems using 2D and 3D software packages to produce drawings from concept through construction issue.
- Generates Piping design and detail drawings including General Layouts, Piping Orthographic, Isometrics and Pipe Support Details utilizing 2D and 3D modeling software.
- Develop material take-offs and support construction estimating
- Read and fully understand P&ID's and other related project documents which describe the Scope of Work
Piping General Foreman/Drafter
JVIC
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Promoted workplace safety by examining tools and equipment and providing employee safety training to prevent unsafe conditions.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Supervised layout, assembly and installation of various sizes and types of piping systems.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Reviewed and approved employee time reporting.
- Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
- Created CAD models and drawings for pipe and structural designs.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Calculated mathematical formulae to develop and design detailed specifications for components
- Prepared RFI and field change orders, red line drawings, and material take-offs and estimated the amount of equipment and workforce needed for each job
- Preformed survey duties, including determining elevations, grades, and equipment locations
Pipefitter General Foreman
Saxon Construction INC
04.2014 - 10.2014
- Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance to clean, adjust and lubricate piping systems and parts.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
- Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxiliary equipment to complete installations.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Supervised layout, assembly and installation of various sizes and types of drainage pipes.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Utilized CAD software to create detailed drawings of metal parts and assemblies.
- Preformed field measurements to verify dimensions and created hand sketches of piping and structural steel.
Pipefitter Foreman
Infinity Construction Group Inc.
05.2013 - 05.2014
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Promoted workplace safety by examining tools and equipment and providing employee safety training to prevent unsafe conditions.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Supervised layout, assembly and installation of various sizes and types of piping systems.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Reviewed and approved employee time reporting.
- Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
- Created CAD models and drawings for pipe and structural designs.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Calculated mathematical formulae to develop and design detailed specifications for components
- Prepared RFI and field change orders, red line drawings, and material take-offs and estimated the amount of equipment and workforce needed for each job
- Preformed survey duties, including determining elevations, grades, and equipment locations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
University of Houston
Houston, TX08.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Design
Alvin Community College
Alvin, TX08.2018
Skills
- Project Deadlines
- Pipe Plan Sequencing
- Isometric Drawing
- Refinery Operations
- Piping Design
- Plant Design
- Piping and Instrumentation Drawing
- Pipe Installation
- Microsoft Office
- Work Site Preparation
- Project Planning
- CAD Software
- Layout Development
- Site Layout
- Specification and Blueprint Interpretation
- Communications
Accomplishments
EPIC Pipeline Corpus Christy 2019
Gulfstream LHC-9 Project Dow Freeport, 2016
PDH-1 Project Dow Freeport Completion, 2016
Tex-D Project Dow Freeport, 2015
Dow-Samsung Falcon Project Completion, 2014
OCD Dow Freeport Unit 3/5 Turnaround's, 2010, 2013, 2015
Site Experience
Valero Texas City
Dow Texas City
Dow Laport
Enterprise Mont Belvieu
Dow Freeport (A&B)
Dow Oyster Creek Division
Dow Salt Dome Operations
BASF Freeport
Shin-Tech Freeport
Conico/Phillips Sweeny
Dow Plaquemine
Certification
- NCCER Pipe Fitter
- NCCER Iron Worker
- NCCER Rigger
- NCCER Craft Instructor for Piping, Iron Worker and Rigger
Timeline
Mechanical Superintendent/CAD Pipe Designer
Elite Piping And Civil
01.2019 - 05.2020
Assistant Superintendent/Pipe Designer
DeJean Companies
05.2018 - 01.2019
Piping General Foreman/Drafter
JVIC
10.2014 - 05.2015
Pipefitter General Foreman
Saxon Construction INC
04.2014 - 10.2014
Pipefitter Foreman
Infinity Construction Group Inc.
05.2013 - 05.2014
Pipefitter Foreman
JVIC
12.2012 - 05.2013
Pipe, Iron and Rigging Foreman
Infinity Construction Group Inc.
09.2011 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
University of Houston
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Design
Alvin Community College
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