Rex Bilson

Spring, Texas ***** adfq6w@r.postjobfree.com 832-***-****

Pipe Superintendent/Construction Manager

Versatile Construction Management Professional with over 20 years of experience and expertise in piping, hydraulics and related systems and equipment in industrial facilities. A record of accomplishment as Project Manager, Personnel Supervisor, Inspector and Vendor Manager, including lead roles on multi-million-dollar projects. Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Certified Welder and Pipefitter with excellent Mechanic skills and extensive technical knowledge. Successfully perform cross-functional responsibilities for managing operations, supervising personnel, fulfilling contract requirements and work orders, conducting inspections, assuring quality, documenting performance and ensuring regulatory compliance. Excellent communications skills to effectively collaborate with clients, management, engineering and construction staff and vendors.

Skills and Expertise

•Pipe Installation and Inspection

•Hydraulic and Pneumatic Equipment

•Construction Management

•Project Management

•Requirements and Work Orders

•Quality Assurance/Quality Control

•Contract Review and Fulfillment

•MS Excel, MS Office

•Micro-Station

•Vendor Relations and Management

•Strategic Analysis and Planning

•Budgeting and Cost Control

•Team Leadership

•Training

•Safety and Environmental Standards

•Regulatory Compliance

•AutoCad

•SAP

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Maintenance Repair Service-LLC – Houston, Texas

Operations Manager Mechanical Services, 2019

Maintenance of Mechanical and Electrical Equipment

Diagnosed and planned all repairs with clients Collaborated with Technical Support from manufactures of equipment to resolve Mechanical and Software Issues.

Prepare Mechanical datasheet and Specifications for Equipment

Review Documents and Drawings

Evaluate quotes per client requirements

Vynckier Enclosures – Houston, Texas

Operations Manager Mechanical Services, 2018

Supplier of Electrical Enclosures for GE

Planned and coordinated all repairs on 100,000-ton presses, Clayton Boilers, Collaborated with Engineers from Belgium to analyze mechanical issues. Maintained all software data and tool calibrations for QC compliance. Overseen crafts and coordinators to ensure safety and quality. Engineering involving mechanical design and installation of hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam systems.

Ensured compliance with all environmental and safety requirements and regulations.

Facilitated communications of manufacturer’s engineers and client representative during assembly.

Ensured performance by achieving zero incident rates.

World Wide Parts & Equipment – Houston, Texas

Fabrication Shop Operations Manager, 2016

Supplier of diesel parts for the oilfield, dirt equipment and truck industries

Planned supervised and administered all phases of on-site capital projects and budgets as manager of Fabrication shop, with responsibility for concrete foundations, process piping and pressure vessel skids. Directed and scheduled all activities, including pre-construction buyout strategy, scheduling, construction and close out. Analyzed labor requirements, scheduled and oversaw craft coordinators, general foremen, party chief surveyors and other personnel. Collaborated with engineering, maintenance and QC teams to ensure progress, quality and compliance. Maintained all software data and NDE packages for client turnover.

•Exceeded key performance indicators by achieving record of zero recordable incident rates.

•Ensured accuracy of drawings, and reviewed layout, elevations and other elements of projects.

•Designed and manufactured prototype components for clients.

Arends Services – Houston, Texas

Sr. Vice President of Operations, 2015-2016

Full-service industrial, petrochemical and oil field contractor offering pipeline, maintenance and fabrication in the refining, chemical, petrochemical and biofuels industries.

Directed engineering, managed projects and overseen construction and contracts for clients. Provided support to Business Development team to draft contract proposals. Developed detailed work plans and executed projects, with full responsibility for P&L, contract fulfillment and client acceptance.

•Successfully managed projects ranging in scope from $1 Million to $50 Million.

•Maintained solid record of customer satisfaction by providing effective communications and status reports, and quickly resolving problems.

Texas Gulf Energy – Houston, Texas

Project Manager, 2014 to 2015

Company that provides construction, maintenance, turnaround, and management services for the oil, gas, refining, and petrochemical industries.

Served as Project Manager and Lead Systems Engineer for projects involving mechanical design and installation of pressure vessels, fluid hoses, valves, and pumps. Managed a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians though complete project life cycle. Overseen quality and certification of hardware.

•Managed government furnished equipment at NASA-Johnson Space Center for the International Space Station (ISS). Effectively adhered to $7 million budget and scheduled timeline.

•For GSF Energy managed annual turnaround and capital project expansions to Methane Gas Recovery Units and compressor systems.

•Overseen continuous service contracts for Siemens’s 185MW 501Fs at Deer Park Energy Center.

Flat Rock Engineers – Houston, Texas

Mechanical Engineer/Mechanical Inspection, 2014

Provider of environmental, health and safety services

Solicited proposals and ensured fulfillment of contracts for parts used in client projects. Developed RFQ's, overseen bid reviews and vendor selection. Conducted technical clarification meetings. Reviewed contracts and project execution plans. Developed procurement, standardization and contracting agreements. Released purchase orders. Coordinated work schedules and assignments. Monitored quality of manufactured parts and adherence. Conducted dimensional, mechanical and visual inspections. Resolved technical, legal and compliance issues. Shot elevation and final alignment of all equipment.

•Overseen Installation of Kusakabe flying cut-off saw.

•Ensured compliance with all environmental and safety requirements and regulations.

•Distributed drawings, specifications, and material requirements to contractors.

•Facilitated communications of manufacturer’s engineers and client representative during assembly.

•Initiated non-conformance reports (NCR) on extensive prototyping equipment.

L-CON Constructors/Engineers, Houston, Texas

Pipe Superintendent, 2004-2014

Company that provides direct-hire construction, management services and oversight of 3rd party engineering for bulk liquid storage terminals, petrochemical, refining, steelmaking, and other heavy industrial facilities.

Managed all aspects of fieldwork on piping projects. Supervised and trained work teams, and ensured adherence to company policies, standards, health and safety guidelines and regulatory requirements. Organized work schedules, monitored performance and addressed problems and issues. Reviewed timesheets for accuracy, and handled per-diem payments. Wrote reports on work progress, costs and other matters.

Previous experience in positions as Certified Pipe Welder, Supervisor and as Owner of independent Welding Service. Worked in Fabrication Shops, and on-site fieldwork. With hands on Training (Details upon request.)

CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Pipe Welding Certification/Pipefitter Certificate,

Commanding Officer United States Navy Seal Team 8

•Associated Builders and Contractors

•Qualified Instructor/Trainer -- Mobile Hydraulic Cranes

•Training Programs -- Craft Supervisor, Scaffold Building, Aerial Work Platforms, Excavation, Safety Permits, Contractor Safety Council of South Texas

•Certified for Vessel Repair, U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Corps of Engineer

EDUCATION

University of Texas, Austin Texas

Brazosport College, Richwood Texas

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