Luis Garcia
Baytown,TX
Summary
Experienced Civil & Mechanical QC professional with 15+ years in refinery and chemical plant construction and maintenance. Skilled in quality control, RFI management, and coordinating field operations while ensuring compliance with strict industry standards. Proven track record in client interaction, job tracking, and leading crews to deliver safe, high-quality results on complex industrial projects.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QA/QC Inspector (Civil & Mechanical)
Turner Industries Group LLC
Deer Park, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Performed quality control inspections on civil and mechanical work to ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and approved drawings
- Coordinated and scheduled third-party testing and inspections, including PT, RT, hardness testing, hydrostatic testing, and NDE services (PSI, Acuren)
- Participated in client walkthroughs and PSSR (Pre-Startup Safety Review) activities, ensuring systems met quality and readiness requirements
- Developed and maintained weld maps and inspection tracking, ensuring proper documentation and traceability of welds and testing results
- Verified field installation, alignment, elevations, and tolerances through inspections and survey data
- Collaborated closely with engineers, contractors, and clients to address non-conformances and implement corrective actions
- Reviewed and processed mechanical RFIs, coordinating with engineers and field teams to clarify design requirements and resolve issues
- Maintained detailed QA/QC documentation, reports, and inspection records in accordance with project and client standards
Construction Surveyor
Turner Industries Group LLC
Deer Park, TX
02.2016 - 08.2024
- Set centerlines, offsets, and elevation stakes for: Foundations, Structural elements & Utilities (pipes, roads, drainage)
- Transfer design plans onto the ground using total stations or GPS
- As-built surveys by measuring and recording actual installed positions & comparing field conditions to design drawings
- Set up benchmarks and control networks, ensure all work ties into a consistent coordinate system & maintain accuracy across the entire project
- Coordinate with field teams (Engineers, Foreman, QC Inspectors, Client Reps)
Civil Foreman
Turner Industries Group LLC
Deer Park, TX
01.2014 - 02.2016
- Supervised and directed field crews in the construction of tank rings and foundations, ensuring work was completed according to design specifications and safety standards
- Managed civil work within tank berms, including grading, drainage improvements, and surface preparation to support proper water flow and containment
- Oversaw installation of concrete sidewalks, access platforms, and valve access structures to improve operational accessibility and safety
- Coordinated daily activities, manpower, equipment, and materials to maintain productivity and meet project schedules
- Interpreted construction drawings and layout requirements to guide field execution and ensure accuracy of work
- Ensured compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and site safety procedures
Civil Carpenter
Turner Industries Group LLC
Deer Park, TX
05.2011 - 01.2014
- Constructed and assembled concrete formwork in accordance with construction drawings and project specifications
- Built and installed rebar cages and reinforcement systems, ensuring proper placement, spacing, and structural integrity
- Placed, poured, and finished concrete while maintaining quality standards and required tolerances
- Interpreted blueprints and layout details to accurately execute structural and civil concrete work
- Followed all safety procedures and best practices to ensure a safe work environment for crew members and other trades
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert E Lee High School
Baytown, TX05-2010
Skills
- QA/QC Inspection (Civil & Mechanical)
- NDE & Testing Coordination
- Total Station & Construction Layout
- As-Built Surveys & Tolerance Verification
- RFI Processing & Technical Coordination
- PSSR & Client Walkthroughs
- Weld Mapping & Inspection Tracking
- Concrete & Structural Construction
- Field Team Leadership & Crew Supervision
- Drawing Interpretation & Specifications
- OSHA Safety Compliance
- Computer & Software Skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Bluebeam Revu (PDF markup, takeoffs, document control)
Adobe Acrobat (document editing, forms, markups)
Certification
- NCCER Training - Industrial Carpenter
- NCCER Training - Crew Leadership
- NCCER Training - CSST
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
QA/QC Inspector (Civil & Mechanical)
Turner Industries Group LLC
08.2024 - Current
Construction Surveyor
Turner Industries Group LLC
02.2016 - 08.2024
Civil Foreman
Turner Industries Group LLC
01.2014 - 02.2016
Civil Carpenter
Turner Industries Group LLC
05.2011 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Robert E Lee High School