Inspector, Piping

Inspector, Piping Location

CP2

General Description Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections:
  Perform visual and technical inspections of new or existing pipelines and related facilities, such as tanks and pump stations.
• Monitor construction activities:
  Observe and verify all construction phases, including excavations, trenching, grading, and pipe installation.
• Test materials:
  Inspect pipes and other materials to ensure they meet quality and design specifications.
  
  Duties include:
  • Verifying material test reports (MTRs).
  • Checking pipe dimensions, such as diameter and wall thickness.
  • Inspecting protective pipe coatings for defects and proper application.
• Oversee welding:
  Monitor welding crews and inspect completed welds for quality and integrity. This may include:
  • Ensuring welders are certified and following approved procedures.
  • Witnessing and monitoring non‑destructive testing (NDT) methods.
• Review project documents:
  Interpret and verify that construction is executed according to plans, specifications, contracts, and blueprints.
• Perform testing:
  Conduct or witness field tests, such as pressure testing, flushing, and disinfectant sampling for water and sewer lines.
• Document findings:
  Create clear, concise, and accurate daily reports, logs, and correspondence. This includes documenting project progress, non‑conformities, and corrective actions.
• Enforce regulations:
  Ensure all work is compliant with federal, state, and local regulations and safety guidelines.
• Problem‑solve:
  Make decisions to meet field conditions and resolve conflicts with contractors to ensure compliance.
• Liaise with project stakeholders:
  Communicate and maintain professional relationships with contractors, engineers, and client representatives.

• Education:
  
  A high school diploma or equivalent is the minimum requirement, with an associate or bachelor's degree often preferred for advanced positions.
• Experience:
  
  Several years of experience in construction, welding, or a related field are typically required.
• Certifications:
  
  Specialized certifications demonstrate knowledge and expertise. Examples include:
  • Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) from the American Welding Society (AWS).
• Skills:
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • The ability to read and interpret complex plans and blueprints.
  • Proficiency with computers and inspection software.
  • Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of testing equipment.
• Work environment:
  The job involves both office work (reviewing reports, blueprints) and field work (on‑site inspections). Inspectors must be prepared to work outdoors in various weather conditions and may need to navigate uneven or hazardous terrain.
• Physical demands:
  The role may require physical activities such as standing for long periods, climbing, crawling in tight spaces, and lifting equipment.

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.