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Rodney Verm

Dickinson,TX

Summary

Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with over 30 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Pipe General Foreman

Brown & Root Industrial Services
05.2019 - Current
    • Increased productivity by streamlining pipe installation processes and optimizing team workflows.
    • Improved project efficiency by consistently meeting deadlines through effective resource allocation and task delegation.
    • Enhanced safety standards on job sites by conducting regular inspections, enforcing protocols, and providing ongoing training for crew members.
    • Maintained strong relationships with clients by addressing concerns promptly, delivering high-quality results, and adhering to agreed-upon timelines.
    • Coordinated with other trades on-site to ensure seamless integration of piping systems within the overall construction project scope.
    • Oversaw all aspects of pipe fabrication from material selection to final assembly while maintaining strict adherence to industry guidelines and client specifications.
    • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.

Pipefitter Foreman

Jacobs-Exxon Mobile-New Construction
11.2018 - 04.2019
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining pipe installation processes and ensuring proper alignment.
  • Reduced project timeline for pipefitting projects by effectively managing team assignments and schedules.
  • Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular inspections of tools, equipment, and work areas.
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors, securing high-quality materials at optimal prices.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress, addressing delays, and adjusting resources as needed.
  • Improved overall quality of workmanship with frequent training sessions on industry standards and best practices.
  • Developed a solid reputation for excellence within the industry through consistent delivery of superior results on time and within budget constraints.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.

Pipefitter General Foreman

Bechtel-Cheniere LNG Project
05.2017 - 07.2018
  • Increased efficiency by collaborating with team members to install, assemble and repair piping systems in various construction projects.
  • Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
  • Maintained high-quality standards through consistent attention to detail while fitting pipes according to building code requirements.
  • Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and calculating required materials for each project, minimizing waste.
  • Assisted in achieving project deadlines through effective organization of work assignments and prioritization of tasks based on urgency.
  • Demonstrated versatility in skillset by working with various types of pipes such as PVC, copper, steel, cast iron among others.
  • Supported team efficiency through clear communication regarding progress updates and potential issues during the course of projects.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.

Pipefitter Foreman

Bay, LTD-Valero Capital Projects
08.2013 - 02.2017
  • Coordinated and checked the work carried out by personnel, directly acting during more difficult stages (pipeline routes, check of depths, lifting operations, etc.)
  • Inspected documents, checked available assembly material and delegated work to employees
  • Prepared as-built drawings, with all variations made during works, giving the superior all data for correct accounting
  • Complied with detailed program for the use of personnel and equipment made available, promptly reporting any interference with and/or variations to the work of other parties
  • Provided quantitative data produced for issuing the State of Works Progress
  • Controlled the execution of works, while guaranteeing quality, ensuring the operative program is complied with and check that applicable safety standards are observed
  • Ensured client procedures and policies were met.

Pipefitter

Trey Industries-Amoco Capital Projects
05.2013 - 08.2013
  • Laid out, assembled, installed, and maintained pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial production and processing systems, applying knowledge of system operation and following P&ID's
  • Selected type and size of pipe, and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications
  • Inspected work site to determine presence of obstructions not foreseen in job scope
  • Planned installation or repair to avoid obstructions and to avoid interfering with activities of other workers
  • Cut pipe, using saws, pipe cutter, cutting torch, and pipe threading machine
  • Assembled and installed variety of metal and nonmetal pipes, tubes, and fittings, including iron, steel, copper, and plastic
  • Secured pipes to structure with brackets, clamps, and hangers
  • Increased pressure in pipe system and observed connected pressure gauge to test system for leaks.

Owner

Residential Remodeling
12.2008 - 05.2013
  • Managed a successful residential remodeling business based in Galveston County
  • Specializing in property demolition, framing, sheet rock/drywall, painting, carpentry, ceramic tile installation, wood floor installation, electrical, plumbing, door installation, room additions landscaping and outside fence installation
  • Maintaining excellent customer relations.

Draftsman/ Pipe Design/ Foreman

Infinity Maintenance Services, LP-Dow Capital Project
01.2007 - 12.2008
  • Met with Dow Process Engineers to discuss piping details, specifications and routing
  • Met with Dow engineering to approve pipe design and specifications
  • Oversaw the daily activities of a 20+ crew of pipefitters and boilermakers
  • Performed daily tasks for the Small Projects Group required in pipe design and drafting
  • Oversaw quality control and assurance for pipe specification
  • Analyzed and corrected Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's)
  • Led safety meetings for all crew members and maintained a 7 years accident free environment
  • Communicated weekly with clients to discuss current and future project status.

Owner

Rodney Verm Residential Remodeling
01.1998 - 01.2007

General Foreman

J.E. Merit-Exxon Capital & Special Projects
05.1995 - 01.1998
  • Advanced from Pipefitter to Foreman then to General Foreman
  • Performed all aspects required of each of these positions including completion of daily activities, time management for project completion, and supervision of multiple crews simultaneously
  • Oversaw quality control and assurance for pipe specification
  • Analyzed and corrected Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's)
  • Led safety meetings for all crew members
  • Communicated weekly with clients to discuss current and future project status
  • Secured mandatory work permits.

Pipefitter Foreman

KCI Contractors-Exxon Chemical-New Construction
03.1992 - 05.1995
    • Coordinate and checked the work carried out by personnel, directly acting during more difficult stages (pipeline routes, check of depths, lifting operations, etc.)
    • Inspected documents, checked available assembly material and delegated work to employees
    • Prepared as-built drawings, with all variations made during works, giving the superior all data for correct accounting
    • Complied with detailed program for the use of personnel and equipment made available, promptly reporting any interference with and/or variations to the work of other parties
    • Provided quantitative data produced for issuing the State of Works Progress
    • Controlled the execution of works, while guaranteeing quality, ensuring the operative program is complied with and check that applicable safety standards are observed
    • Sent to Donaldson, LA for a special assignment to oversee piping crews as General Foreman.

Pipefitter

J.E. Merit Constructors, Inc.-Exxon Maintenance Contract
05.1989 - 03.1992
  • Laid out, assembled, installed, and maintained pipe systems, pipe supports
  • Selected type and size of pipe, and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers
  • Inspected work site to determine presence of obstructions that would interfere with job scheduling
  • Planned installation or repair to avoid obstructions and to avoid interfering with activities of other workers
  • Cut pipe, using saws, pipe cutter, cutting torch, and pipe threading machine
  • Secured pipes to structure with brackets, clamps, and hangers, using hand tools and power tools
  • Increased pressure in pipe system and observed connected pressure gauge to test system for leaks.

Education

General Studies

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX

High School Diploma -

Santa Fe High School
Santa Fe, TX
1985

Skills

    • Pipe Layout Expertise
    • Material Procurement
    • Inspection Coordination
    • System Testing
    • Blueprint Interpretation
    • Multi-Project Coordination
    • Safe Operating Procedures
      • Decision-Making
      • Assignment Delegation
      • Customer Relations
      • Production Optimization
      • Time management abilities
      • Construction management
      • Problem-solving aptitude

Training And Skills

  • NCCER certified.
  • TWIC card
  • Superior Customer Relations.
  • Advanced reading of P&ID's, isometric drawings, and all facets of pipe design/drawings.
  • Safety and Leadership.
  • Completed multiple industry related classes, seminars and courses.
  • Level I & II supervisory training

Timeline

Pipe General Foreman

Brown & Root Industrial Services
05.2019 - Current

Pipefitter Foreman

Jacobs-Exxon Mobile-New Construction
11.2018 - 04.2019

Pipefitter General Foreman

Bechtel-Cheniere LNG Project
05.2017 - 07.2018

Pipefitter Foreman

Bay, LTD-Valero Capital Projects
08.2013 - 02.2017

Pipefitter

Trey Industries-Amoco Capital Projects
05.2013 - 08.2013

Owner

Residential Remodeling
12.2008 - 05.2013

Draftsman/ Pipe Design/ Foreman

Infinity Maintenance Services, LP-Dow Capital Project
01.2007 - 12.2008

Owner

Rodney Verm Residential Remodeling
01.1998 - 01.2007

General Foreman

J.E. Merit-Exxon Capital & Special Projects
05.1995 - 01.1998

Pipefitter Foreman

KCI Contractors-Exxon Chemical-New Construction
03.1992 - 05.1995

Pipefitter

J.E. Merit Constructors, Inc.-Exxon Maintenance Contract
05.1989 - 03.1992

General Studies

Sam Houston State University

High School Diploma -

Santa Fe High School

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