ROLANDO LEYVA
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Resourceful professional with extensive experience in the Military and civilian sectors, including Oil and Gas, microprocessors, papermills, and power plants. Skilled in producing accurate reports under tight deadlines and adapting to diverse work environments. Strong team collaborator with the ability to handle physically demanding tasks. Maintains a clean background and driving record.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Piping Superintendent
Novus Construction
Manassas, VA
04.2026 - Current
- Coordinated daily operations of piping teams, optimizing workflow efficiency and resource allocation.
- Led piping installation projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and specifications.
- Managed procurement of materials, maintaining inventory levels to support project demands effectively.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in piping construction and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve design discrepancies during installation phases.
- Expedited project completion by effectively managing subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers throughout the construction process.
DOCUMENT CONTROL / WALKDOWN
Bechtel
Brownsville, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Guide subcontractor personnel, field engineers, and client representatives through the walkdown process to reach consensus on punchlist items.
- Physically inspect installed piping systems to ensure they match construction drawings (ISO’s, P&ID’s) and specifications.
- Guided subcontractor personnel, field engineers, and client representatives through walkdown process, facilitating consensus on punchlist items.
- Tracked completion of remaining items, ensuring all deficiencies addressed by subcontractors prior to final handoff.
- Identified, documented, and categorized defects or incomplete items in computerized system, enhancing project oversight.
PIPE FOREMAN
EnerMech
Rio Rancho, NM
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted regular inspections of work progress to ensure quality standards were met at all stages of construction.
- Coordinated workflow among teams, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing downtime on job sites.
- Facilitated the resolution of technical issues by collaborating with engineers and designers to develop effective solutions.
- Enhanced project efficiency by effectively managing piping materials, equipment, and personnel.
- Increased overall job satisfaction among crew members by maintaining a positive work environment that encouraged open communication and teamwork.
- Partnered with other foremen to oversee site-wide activities, ensuring a cohesive approach to project management and overall success.
GENERAL FOREMAN
STRONGHOLD ELITE PIPE AND CIVIL
Robstown, TX
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Measure, cut, thread, and assemble new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or other supports
- Requisitioned tools and equipment, selected appropriate pipe type and size, and transported materials to work site for efficient project execution
- Fit or assist in fitting valves, couplings, or assemblies to tanks, pumps, or systems, using hand tools
- Assisted pipe fitters in layout, assembly, and installation of piping systems for air, ammonia, gas, and water to ensure operational integrity
- Excavate and grade ditches and lay and join pipe for water and sewer service
- Immerse pipe in chemical solution to remove dirt, oil, and scale
- Clean and renew steam traps
- Fill pipes with sand or resin to prevent distortion and hold pipes during bending and installation
- Conducted rough-ins, repaired and replaced fixtures and water heaters, and located and resolved leaks or broken pipes to maintain system functionality
PIPE FOREMAN
BECHT INDUSTRIAL GROUP
KINGSPORT, TN
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Measure, cut, thread, and assemble new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or other supports
- Requisition tools and equipment, select type and size of pipe, and collect and transport materials and equipment to work site
- Fitted valves, couplings, and assemblies to tanks, pumps, or systems, ensuring proper functionality and safety
- Assist pipe fitters in the layout, assembly, and installation of piping for air, ammonia, gas, and water systems
- Excavated and graded ditches, laying and joining pipe for efficient water and sewer service installation
- Disassemble and remove damaged or worn pipe
- Cleaned and maintained shop, work area, and machines to uphold safety standards and operational efficiency
- Clean and renew steam traps
- Fill pipes with sand or resin to prevent distortion and hold pipes during bending and installation
- Perform rough-ins, repair and replace fixtures and water heaters, and locate, repair, or remove leaking or broken pipes.
INFANTRYMAN
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
Bucca, Iraq/United States
10.2008 - 09.2010
- Conducted mounted and dismounted security patrol at designated areas to prevent and deter enemy activities
- Created detailed reports and the end of every shift
- Operated and maintained assigned weapon systems
- Operated and maintained field communications equipment.
Education
X-Ray Technician -
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE
Brownsville, TXHigh School Diploma - undefined
GLADYS PORTER HIGH SCHOOL
Brownsville, TXSkills
- Construction supervision
- Procurement management
- Blueprint Analysis
- Documentation control
- Project Coordination
- Document management
- MS Office Suite
- Organized
- Team Leadership
- Punctual
- Effective Communication
- Bi-lingual (English-Spanish)
Timeline
Piping Superintendent
Novus Construction
04.2026 - Current
DOCUMENT CONTROL / WALKDOWN
Bechtel
01.2025 - Current
PIPE FOREMAN
EnerMech
02.2024 - 01.2025
GENERAL FOREMAN
STRONGHOLD ELITE PIPE AND CIVIL
01.2023 - 12.2023
PIPE FOREMAN
BECHT INDUSTRIAL GROUP
06.2022 - 12.2022
INFANTRYMAN
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
10.2008 - 09.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
GLADYS PORTER HIGH SCHOOL
X-Ray Technician -
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE