Welding Inspector Project Manager

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Wendall Fontenot, Project Manager & Inspector

Midland, TX 79706 432-***-**** *******.********@*****.*** Summary of Qualifications

Project Management and Inspection Professional with more than twenty (20) years of valuable experience and employment history across the Operations and Construction Industry. Demonstrates comprehensive industry knowledge and experience, including fabrication, QA/QC, installations, estimating, and project/construction management. Possesses strong leadership qualities coupled with the skills to function as a valuable team player within high-pressure environments. Motivated professional with the ability to achieve and surpass optimum goals while driving operational excellence in direct compliance with applicable standards, codes, and regulations. Areas of Expertise

Construction & Project Management

Weld Inspections & Safety Audits

Safety Culture & Regulatory Compliance

Construction Operations & Oversight

Welding & Fabrication Activities

Quality Assurance & Quality Control

Installation Oversight & Management

Project Estimating & Cost Control

Performance & Safety Goal Achievement

Business Development & Client Retention

Requests for Proposal Development & Evaluation

Contract, Schedule, & Budget Compliance

Facility & Pipeline Installation Oversight

Leadership Development & Team Collaboration

Training, Coaching, & Staff Motivation

Strong Written & Verbal Communication Skills

Networking & Professional Relations Management

Troubleshooting & Strategic Problem-Resolution

Critical Thinking & Key Decision-Making

Planning, Scheduling, & Organization

Education & Credentials

Project Management Preliminary Courses

Louisiana State University

Associate of Arts

American Welding Society Miami, FL

Associate of Applied Science

Ville Platte Vocational Tech

Confined Space Entry & Rescue Training

H2S Certified & OSHA Safety

Career Chronology

Senior Fabrication Project Manager October 2017 – Present 33 Services Midland, TX

Develop and oversee project execution for fabrication of facility and pipeline construction projects exceeding $7M while managing procurement, leading project reviews, and developing forecasts/project costs to ensure profitability

Conduct effective negotiations with clients on Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and change orders while directing contract administration for multiple clients across the Permian Basin

Establish effective project delivery strategies encompassing estimating, procurement, project management/controls, safety oversight, and fleet management while managing multi-site teams to meet quality assurance requirements Project Superintendent & Certified Welding Inspector April 2016 – October 2017 Petro Mechanical Services Odessa, TX

Oversaw and managed all aspects of construction from conception through performance checks of tank production facilities while consistently meeting performance goals for new business generation and client retention

Designed and supervised the installation and operation of multiple facilities and pipelines while preparing Requests for Proposal (RFPs), evaluating proposals, selecting contractors, and ensuring project schedule/budget compliance 2 P a g e

Senior Project Manager & Inspector February 2009 – April 2016 International Consulting & Inspection, LLC Various U.S. & International Locations

Expertly scheduled and managed a team of more than 100 Inspectors to ensure compliance and sufficient coverage

Provided site management while monitoring structural and safety inspection and audit performance on drilling rigs for International Drilling Company on U.S. locations, as well as Africa, South America, and the Middle East

Directed and supervised all project management and construction on new builds and refurbished offshore/land rigs

Proactively communicated key technical information to industry employees, as well as the public, while composing and submitting reports and documentation using Oracle and Microsoft Office Suite President & Owner January 2001 – February 2009

Longhorn Fabricating, Inc. Houston, TX

Drove company annual sales to exceed $4M within 2 years of employment through the implementation of aggressive marketing techniques, cold-calling activities, and professional relationship facilitation and maintenance

Provided structured leadership and oversight for a team of more than 60 Office and Shop/Field Personnel while planning, coordinating, and controlling project execution in compliance with Client, HSE, and Quality specifications

Prepared detailed Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and evaluated all incoming project proposals as needed Additional Career Experience

President & Contract Rig Welder, Fontenot Welding, Inc. Houston, TX October 1994 – January 2001 Maintenance Supervisor & Field Welder, B&S Welding, Inc. Grand Isle, LA May 1990 – October 1994 Field Welder, Danos & Curole Marine Contractors Intercoastal City, L A June 1984 – May 1990

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