Operator Qualifications in Pipeline Construction

Operator Qualifications in Pipeline Construction

Operator qualifications are an integral part of the contracts presented by the owner/operator.  Owners and operators are responsible for having qualified individuals work on pipelines and the associated facilities according to PHMSA and FERC.  Contractors may also...
Construction Warranty Work

Construction Warranty Work

After the construction phase of a large diameter heavy wall pipe was completed but before the warranty period ended, a large pipeline company was required to remediate a problem due to “workmanship” as identified by the owner/operator.  On the company’s dime, they had...
Daily Crew Status Reports

Daily Crew Status Reports

Why a Good Daily Status Report Is Necessary? A daily crew status report is an important daily reporting mechanism for the project manager and the superintendent of a construction project.  The information provided by the foremen allows management to make informed...
SWOT Analysis

SWOT Analysis

Strength, Weakness, Opportunity and Threat analysis A Strength, Weakness, Opportunity and Threat (SWOT) can be a powerful tool in the management arsenal usable at all levels of the organization. The value of conducting a SWOT analysis is to help identify risks and...