Assistant Chief Inspector

Epcon Partners Inc.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Epcon Partners Inc. is seeking a Pipeline Construction Inspector (Multi-Discipline) to monitor pipeline construction and infrastructure work across multiple disciplines, ensuring compliance with project specs, client standards, and applicable codes.

Field-based inspection covers excavation, welding, coating, hydrotest, flange bolt-up, lifts, I&E, and civil work. Ideal candidates have 5 years of pipeline/construction inspection experience, certifications (API, NACE/AMPP, CWI, OQ) are a plus,

Qualifications

• 5 years pipeline/construction inspection across multiple disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of pipeline codes and client specs.
• Solid documentation and reporting skills.
• Willing to travel and work in the field.

Responsibilities

• Inspect excavation, dirt work, and backfill for grade, depth, and bedding.
• Monitor welding and NDE; verify weld quality and documentation.
• Oversee coating application; inspect for defects/holidays.
• Witness hydrotesting procedures and results.
• Inspect flange bolt-up, tie-ins, and hot tap connections.
• Monitor mechanical lifts and rigging for safety and compliance.
• Inspect civil work, fencing, and site restoration.
• Oversee I&E installation and terminations.
• Document daily progress, deficiencies, and corrective actions; report to project leadership.

Skills

Field inspection experience

Willing to travel

Documentation and reporting

Education

API, NACE/AMPP, CWI, OQ certifications

Job description

Pipeline Construction Inspector (Multi-Discipline)

Summary: Field inspector responsible for monitoring pipeline construction and infrastructure work to ensure compliance with project specs, client standards, and applicable codes. Covers multiple disciplines across the full construction spectrum.

Scope / Responsibilities:

• Inspect excavation, dirt work, and backfill operations for compliance with grade, depth, and bedding requirements
• Monitor welding and NDE activities; verify weld quality and documentation
• Oversee coating application and inspect for defects/holidays
• Witness and document hydrotesting procedures and results
• Inspect flange bolt-up, tie-ins, and hot tap connections
• Monitor mechanical lifts and rigging for safe, spec-compliant execution
• Inspect civil work, fencing, and site restoration
• Oversee I&E (instrumentation & electrical) installation and terminations
• Document daily progress, deficiencies, and corrective actions; report to project leadership

Qualifications:

• 5 years pipeline/construction inspection experience across multiple disciplines
• Relevant certifications a plus (API, NACE/AMPP, CWI, OQ)
• Strong knowledge of pipeline codes and client specs
• Solid documentation and reporting skills
• Willing to travel and work in the field