Mark Poole
Covington,Louisiana
Summary
Self-driven, detail-oriented Consultant with 36 years of combined experience overseeing successful offshore and land projects within oil and gas industry. Excels at improving processes and workflows for team benefit, leveraging conscientious, proactive mindset to ensure proper planning and manage competing tasks in fast-paced environments. Demonstrates superior work ethic alongside seasoned knowledge of policies and regulations, always prioritizing safety of crews, production operators, property and marine environment for optimal working conditions and project outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Offshore Construction Inspector
RCI / Williams Gas
, LA
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Overseeing the decommissioning of an eight-pile platform in preparation for installing a new four-pile on the eight-pile jacket.
- For decommissioning purposes, I oversaw the recompression of a 97-mile thirty-inch pipeline in Markham, TX.
- Implicated and practiced all safety regulations in accordance with Williams and BSEE.
- Held daily safety meetings for both day & night shifts.
- Documented all inspection results accurately in accordance with established guidelines.
- Rejected products and materials failing to meet expectations.
- Developed and implemented inspection procedures, policies, best practices and competency requirements.
- Generated detailed reports outlining inspection and testing results.
- Participated in training to strengthen and develop inspector competencies.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Produced official reports of findings to meet regulatory standards and assist senior leadership with improving operations.
- Matched arriving materials with purchase orders and submitted discrepancy forms as necessary.
- Created comprehensive reports on project progress and results for clients.
- Collaborated with clients to develop action plans to address specific challenges and objectives.
- Analyzed complex information from multiple sources to identify patterns or trends that could be used as a basis for decision-making.
- Maintained positive working relationships with fellow staff and management.
- Followed specific procedures for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
Offshore Consultant
RCI Group / Apache Oil
Lafayette, LA
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Develop and implement offshore safety procedures according to company policies.
- Oversaw decommissioning an eight-pile flowing platform in preparation for setting up a new four-pile platform on the same jacket.
- Provide Williams with proper documents pertaining to BSEE.
- Assess offshore operations for regulatory compliance.
- Coordinate scheduling of personnel, equipment, and supplies for offshore projects.
- Complete necessary paperwork and permits accurately and on time before commencing offshore activities.
- Collaborate with other departments to coordinate project timelines and objectives.
- Investigate incidents/accidents occurring during offshore operations to identify causes and corrective measures.
- Guided and supported offshore operations personnel to ensure safety.
- Supply regular project status updates to management teams.
- Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on time.
- Rejected products and materials failing to meet expectations.
- Developed and implemented inspection procedures, policies, best practices and competency requirements.
- Generated detailed reports outlining inspection and testing results.
- Participated in training to strengthen and develop inspector competencies.
- Reported and tracked deviations from quality standards and recommended corrective action to appropriate personnel.
- Conducted detailed inspections of equipment and machinery to ensure they were in compliance with safety regulations.
- Identified acceptable components and rejected defective products.
Consultant / Inspector
Cox Oil
05.2023 - Current
- Oversee production platform upgrades and hurricane storm damage repairs, including ICP, structural components, pipeline repairs and associated piping.
- Inquire about and enforce adherence to procedures and ensure implication of MOCs when needed.
- Analyze key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Identify risks and assess potential impact, consulting with clients to prepare mitigation plans.
- Monitor contract requirements, invoices and receivables to maintain books.
- Display strong telephone etiquette to handle difficult calls.
- Assess customer needs promptly and efficiently.
- Determine improvement areas and narrow focus for decision makers regarding necessary changes.
- Supervise quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Collaborate with clients to develop action plans to address specific challenges and objectives.
Consultant / Inspector
Quarter North Energy
Lafayette, LA
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Oversaw production platform upgrades and hurricane storm damage repairs, including ICP, structural components, pipeline repairs and associated piping.
- Ensured construction materials met required specifications.
- Identified safety issues and potential hazards at job sites.
- Verified contractor adherence to approved plans and specifications during work.
- Monitored contractor performance to ensure quality control compliance throughout project.
- Investigated code violation complaints and other problems related to construction projects.
- Documented inspection findings, detailing any nonconformities found during site visits.
- Coordinated activities between multiple contractors working on same project.
- Maintained inspection records, including onsite photographs.
- Reviewed contractor invoices for payment authorization based on completed work items inspected.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of inspection techniques, codes, ordinances and regulations.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Performed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
Consultant / Inspector
Fieldwood Oil & Gas
Lafayette, LA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Oversaw production platform upgrades and hurricane storm damage repairs, including ICP, structural components, pipeline repairs and associated piping.
- Ensured construction materials met required specifications.
- Identified safety issues and potential hazards at job sites.
- Verified contractor adherence to approved plans and specifications during work.
- Monitored contractor performance to ensure quality control compliance throughout project.
- Investigated complaints, incidents and accidents at work sites.
- Documented inspection findings, detailing any nonconformities found during site visits.
- Coordinated activities between contractors working on same project.
- Maintained inspection records, including onsite photographs.
- Reviewed contractor invoices for payment authorization based on completed work items inspected.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of inspection techniques, codes, ordinances and regulations.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Inspected current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
Construction Project Manager
Anadarko Oil & Gas
Greeley, CO
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Oversaw capital and maintenance projects, managing material purchases and leading crews.
- Developed and implemented project plans, budgets and schedules.
- Kept detailed records of all project costs.
- Analyzed cost estimates to determine place within budget constraints.
- Created timeline for completing project-related tasks.
- Investigated site issues potentially affecting project success.
- Provided training sessions for new staff members regarding protocols and procedures.
- Coordinated crews and subcontractors through expert communication and handling of work orders and purchase orders.
- Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team.
- Built relationships with engineering staff and coordinated with vendors and contractors to align timelines, phases and work across projects or shutdowns.
- Negotiated pricing and delivery schedules with vendors using thorough knowledge of housing industry and building practices.
- Maintained safe work environment with zero accidents or lost work days.
- Interviewed and hired top contractor talent to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Performed lock-out/tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.
Piping Superintendent
Freeport - McMorran
Port Sulphur, LA
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed crew for offshore maintenance program, including handrails, grating, flow lines, riser repairs and compressor piping.
- Monitored, evaluated and reported daily progress of piping activities to Project Manager.
- Developed piping layout drawings utilizing AutoCAD software and other related tools.
- Ensured welding operations were conducted according to industry standards and regulations.
- Maintained records of piping materials used during construction projects.
- Reviewed shop drawings for accuracy prior to fabrication.
- Analyzed material take-off data for accuracy before ordering supplies and equipment.
- Oversaw proper storage of pipes, fittings, valves, gaskets and other components used in piping systems.
- Participated in job site safety meetings and enforced crew adherence to safety protocols.
- Created detailed work schedules for pipefitting crews based on project timelines and budget constraints.
- Identified potential problems or delays in installing pipes or associated components prior to occurrence.
- Inspected completed work areas to verify adherence to quality control measures.
- Delegated work to staff and set priorities and goals.
- Resolved labor, design and tool issues during construction.
- Mentored new employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance based on best practices.
- Coordinated with other departments (e.g., engineering, maintenance, safety and quality assurance) to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Pipeline Welder / Straw Boss
Pipe-Line Union 798
Tulsa, OK
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Performed rigging out and pipe-lining throughout US.
- Welded and fabricated pipelines according to blueprints and specifications.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to standards.
- Repaired leaks in pipes using welding techniques.
- Maintained safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
- Installed pipe systems for oil refineries, power plants, water treatment facilities and chemical plants.
- Utilized knowledge of engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams and sketches to determine job requirements.
- Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work.
- Calculated dimensions of parts as required for fabrication projects.
- Provided technical support to troubleshoot pipeline issues.
- Completed preventive maintenance on site welding equipment.
Certified Pipe & Structural Welder / Fitter
Chevron
Venice, LA
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Helped construction companies maintain structural and piping integrity.
- Inspected completed welds to verify adherence to quality standards.
- Repaired and maintained existing pipe systems.
- Performed pre-welding inspection on materials and equipment.
- Fabricated new piping components according to blueprints or specifications.
- Set up and operated torches, plasma cutters, grinders and other tools for welding.
- Followed safety procedures when working with hazardous materials such as gas tanks and flammable liquids.
- Installed valves, pumps, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, boilers, turbines and condensers.
- Responded quickly to round-the-clock emergency repair requests.
- Read blueprints and specifications to correctly lay out parts and plan welding processes.
- Welded components in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Ignited torches safely and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05.1990
Skills
- Needs assessment
- Cost analysis
- Strategic planning
- Staff oversight
- Failure analysis
- Project management
- Performance evaluation
- Client engagement
- Forecasting and reporting
- Process improvement
- Safety and regulatory compliance
- Timeline development
- Blueprint Reading
- Corrective Action Planning
- Progress Monitoring
- Drawing interpretation
- Business Management
- Safety awareness
- Process Improvements
- Strategic Planning
- Blueprint/schematic understanding
- Industry standards
- Visual inspections
- Compliance Training
- Training and mentoring
- Observant nature
- Environmental regulations
Timeline
Offshore Construction Inspector
RCI / Williams Gas
02.2024 - 05.2024
Consultant / Inspector
Cox Oil
05.2023 - Current
Offshore Consultant
RCI Group / Apache Oil
09.2022 - 01.2024
Consultant / Inspector
Quarter North Energy
01.2021 - 05.2022
Consultant / Inspector
Fieldwood Oil & Gas
01.2020 - 01.2021
Construction Project Manager
Anadarko Oil & Gas
01.2016 - 01.2020
Piping Superintendent
Freeport - McMorran
01.2013 - 01.2015
Pipeline Welder / Straw Boss
Pipe-Line Union 798
01.2009 - 01.2012
Certified Pipe & Structural Welder / Fitter
Chevron
01.2003 - 01.2009
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Hinds Community College
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