Russell Long
Midland,Texas
Summary
CWI/Project Superintendent with over 11 years of experience in QA/QC and CWI Inspection, complemented by 40 years in industrial construction. Successfully managed diverse projects, including small tank batteries and large Gas and Oil facilities, supervising teams of up to 275 workers. Expertise in conducting thorough inspections, interpreting blueprints, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Proven ability to enhance welding processes and maintain high-quality standards while meeting project deadlines and budget constraints.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QA/QC Welding Inspector
Ensite USA
Salt Lake City, Utah
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Served as Client Company Field Representative, ensuring compliance with governmental regulatory permits.
- Monitored welding operations to uphold safety and quality standards.
- Conducted visual and non-destructive testing of welded joints to verify integrity.
- Inspected welds for compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Reviewed welding procedures to maintain adherence to quality control guidelines.
- Collaborated with welders to address defects and enhance techniques.
- Documented inspection results in quality assurance reports for traceability.
- Participated in cross-departmental meetings to address ongoing projects and product quality issues.
QA/QC Inspector
Audubon Engineering
Midland, Texas
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Conducted inspections of equipment across 6,000+ newly acquired well sites.
- Mapped equipment and instrumentation to enhance site management and compliance.
- Evaluated completed work for adherence to codes, standards, and job specifications.
- Reviewed mechanical drawings and Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) reports for compliance.
- Ensured weld integrity on piping and equipment through thorough inspections.
- Compiled daily inspection reports using computer systems for efficient documentation.
- Fostered positive relationships among clients, facilities, and coworkers to promote collaboration.
Chief Inspector
Condor Pipeline Services
Monahans, Texas
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed all project aspects, including safety, quality, cost control, and subcontract management.
- Staffed projects with directly hired personnel and coordinated crews for optimal resource utilization.
- Acted as Client Company Field Representative to ensure compliance with governmental regulations.
- Ensured adherence to right-of-way easement provisions during construction activities.
- Coordinated construction contract activities with Client Company operating division.
- Anticipated unusual project situations and provided recommendations for resolution.
- Completed and transmitted all required documentation according to Condor procedures.
- Implemented measures to minimize environmental and safety impacts during construction.
CWI Assistant Chief
PCI/ Applied Consulting
Kermit, Texas
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Inspected welds on piping and equipment to ensure compliance with contract specifications.
- Oversaw quality assurance and quality control processes for client satisfaction.
- Conducted internal and external inspections to verify adherence to acceptance criteria.
- Interpreted regulations, codes, and industry standards with precision.
- Compiled and submitted daily inspection reports using computer systems.
- Recommended and approved repairs following thorough visual inspections of completed work.
- Maintained positive relationships among client, facility, and coworkers to enhance collaboration.
- Managed gas plant expansion project, including installation of 24" inlet, separator, dehy, and TEG.
QA/QC inspector
Matrix Services
Evanston, Wyoming
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Reconstructed propane injection storage plant following fire incident.
- Reviewed drawings, construction plans, and permit requirements to ensure compliance.
- Conducted visual inspections of construction activities to verify adherence to specifications.
- Maintained log of quality deficiencies and deviations, documenting corrective actions required.
- Generated daily reports detailing contractor work, completed inspections, and noted deficiencies.
- Monitored pre-commission tests and equipment calibration conducted by other contractors.
- Ensured proper maintenance and archiving of all inspection records and project documents.
CWI Chief inspector
LPR Construction
Sinclair, Wyoming
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Documented inspection findings in comprehensive reports for analytical review.
- Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
- Maintained organized inspection records to facilitate regulatory compliance audits.
- Recommended corrective actions to enhance quality standards based on inspection outcomes.
Assistant Superintendent
Jomax Pipeline
Williston, North Dakota
01.2002 - 01.2015
- Supervised pipeline operations, ensuring strict compliance with safety regulations.
- Monitored pipeline integrity through regular inspections and detailed assessments.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for equipment and tools to minimize downtime.
Civil superintendent/ Project superintendent
Elkhorn Construction
01.2002 - 01.2015
- Anadarko Gathering-Compressor Expansion Bear Den Compressor Station- Bear Paw Train Loading Station- Expansion of train loading station-Hemp Hill Compressor Station and adjoining Cimarron Gas Plant- Lilli Gas Plant New Ramer.
- C.- Carter Creek Gas Plant Shut down and repair above-ground pipeline and supports.
- Gobblers Knob Compressor Station - Bird Canyon Compressor stationPioneer Compressor Station & Williams Meter Station, Monell, Evanston, Big Piney Mesa, Jonah Field & Opal Wyoming, Sidney Montana, Sealing, Oklahoma - Project Superintendent.
Education
High School Diploma -
Orem High School
Orem, UtahSome College (No Degree) - Construction Project Management
Utah Valley Community College
Orem, UTSkills
- CWI/Certified Welding Inspector
- Documentation and reporting
- Adhering to and enforcing all OSHA regulations
- Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlooK
- Safety compliance management
- Comprehensive knowledge of ASME, NBIC, and AWS related to the oil and petrochemical industry
- Accustomed to adverse weather condition
- Non-destructive testing
- Welding inspections
- Compliance auditing
- Quality control
- Welding procedure review
- Safety regulations
- Code interpretation
- Project management
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Welding code compliance
- Quality management systems
- Visual examination proficiency
- Destructive testing
- Welding maps preparation
- Visual inspection
- Pipeline inspections
- Industrial safety
Certification
- AWS-CWI QC1, 12/26
- API 1169
- NDE Radiographic Interpreter Level 1
- SSTC Structural Bolting Inspections
- DOT Operator Qualified Veriforce
- SRI Safety Leadership training
- Auto desk
- Fusion 360
- OSHA 30
- MSHA 40
- PEC Safeland
- SRI Root Core Analysis training
- H2S Awareness
- CPR AND First Aid
- BlueBeam
Timeline
QA/QC Welding Inspector
Ensite USA
05.2025 - 12.2025
QA/QC Inspector
Audubon Engineering
01.2020 - 01.2023
Chief Inspector
Condor Pipeline Services
01.2019 - 01.2020
CWI Assistant Chief
PCI/ Applied Consulting
01.2017 - 01.2019
QA/QC inspector
Matrix Services
01.2016 - 01.2017
CWI Chief inspector
LPR Construction
01.2015 - 01.2017
Assistant Superintendent
Jomax Pipeline
01.2002 - 01.2015
Civil superintendent/ Project superintendent
Elkhorn Construction
01.2002 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Orem High School
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Project Management
Utah Valley Community College