Luke C. Porter
Odessa,TX
Summary
To gain a position where I can fully utilize my experience and knowledge while contributing to the benefit of my employer.
Summary of Qualifications : Project Manager for Copano North Waterway x-ing Inspections Pipelines Subdivisions Titles Highways Research Boundary Topographic Rough Grades Sanitary Storm Inlets Crossings Benching Blue Topping 3 wire level loops. Lot Guards Long hand calcing Final paving Stationing Tallypipe Asbuilt pipeline Final notes weld maps Bench marks Equipment: Topcon Trimble Nikon Pentax 48/Recon/Ranger DC’s/Trimble TDS and Trimble Software Certifications: Safeland USA Certification BNSF Certified UPRR Certified Hydrogen Sulfide Awareness course Oq qualified for Exxon Mobile
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
TRICON Surveying and Mapping, .PLLC
Odessa, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations of TRICON Surveying and Mapping projects.
- Coordinated survey schedules and resource allocation for client needs.
- Developed accurate mapping solutions using advanced GIS software tools.
Party Chief, Project Manager
Gateway Pipeline
Fort Worth, Tx
01.2011 - 01.2024
- Pipeline
- Utilized GPS systems for collecting data points accurately over large areas.
- Supervised surveying teams to ensure accurate data collection and site assessments.
- Managed project schedules and coordinated resources for efficient workflow execution.
- Conducted site inspections to verify compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Trained junior staff on equipment operation and surveying techniques for skill development.
- Implemented best practices for data management using industry-standard software tools.
- Reviewed survey reports for accuracy and completeness before final submission.
- Collaborated with engineers to align project objectives with field survey findings.
- Communicated with coworkers regarding deadlines and project milestones.
- Managed surveys to locate man-made underground, underwater and surface structures.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning before utilizing it on job sites.
- Worked closely with engineers and other professionals involved in the design process.
- Verified accuracy of field data collected by crew members.
- Participated in professional development seminars related to surveying techniques.
- Supervised the daily operations of survey teams including scheduling, assigning tasks and monitoring progress.
- Performed boundary surveys for a variety of projects such as land subdivisions, easements and right-of-way acquisitions.
- Reviewed plans, specifications and other documents related to surveying projects prior to execution.
Party Chief
DDSI/Chesapeake Energy
Fort Worth, Tx
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Pipeline
Eyeman
Rodney Ray and Associates/Chesapeake Energy
Monroe, Louisiana
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Pipeline
- Position: Eyeman 2 weeks, Party Chief 4 years
Eyeman
Stovall and Associates
Greenville, Texas
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Titles and Subdivisions
- Position: Eyeman 90 days, Party Chief 2 years
Eyeman
DB’s Surveying
Fate, Texas
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Subdivisions
- Position: Eyeman 2 years, Party Chief 1 year
Education
Architectural Drafting
Odessa College
Odessa, TX 08.2024 - 03.2025
Skills
- GIS mapping
- Data collection
- Project scheduling
- Survey compliance
- Team leadership
- Client management
- Equipment inspection
- Boundary surveying
- Staff training
- Client engagement optimization
- Financial management
- Consulting
- Contract management
Certification
- Safeland USA Certification
- BNSF Certified
- UPRR Certified
- Hydrogen Sulfide Awareness course
- Oq qualified for Exxon Mobile
References
- Charles Buzzard, RPLS, Gateway Pipeline, (405)331-0983
- Andy Jackson, Survey Coordinator, Chesapeake Energy, (469)885-4733
- Darren Brown, Owner/Operator RPLS, DB’s Surveying, (972)670-3921
- Bobby Stovall, RPLS/Survey Coordinator, Stovall and Associates, (903)450-1120
- Raymond Tinkle, Inspector, Chesapeake Energy, (936)559-3822
- Red, Inspector, Chesapeake Energy, (828)507-0760
- David Godwin, Inspector, Chesapeake Energy, (903)573-0646
Equipment
- Topcon
- Trimble
- Nikon
- Pentax
- 48/Recon/Ranger DC’s/Trimble
- TDS and Trimble Software
Timeline
Owner
TRICON Surveying and Mapping, .PLLC
08.2024 - Current
Architectural Drafting
Odessa College
08.2024 - 03.2025
Party Chief, Project Manager
Gateway Pipeline
01.2011 - 01.2024
Party Chief
DDSI/Chesapeake Energy
01.2010 - 01.2011
Eyeman
Rodney Ray and Associates/Chesapeake Energy
01.2006 - 01.2010
Eyeman
Stovall and Associates
01.2004 - 01.2006
Eyeman
DB’s Surveying
01.2001 - 01.2004
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