Who is authorized to make changes to weld specifications like size and location?

The project engineer is the individual responsible for making changes to weld specifications such as size and location. This authority stems from their role in overseeing the project’s design and engineering aspects. The project engineer is typically well-versed in the technical requirements and specifications, ensuring that any alterations align with the project's structural integrity and compliance with relevant codes and standards.

This role necessitates a deep understanding of the welding process, materials, and how changes might impact the overall project. The project engineer collaborates with other team members—including foremen, welding technicians, and site managers—while ensuring adherence to the Engineering Design Plans and the applicable welding codes, which ultimately safeguards the quality and safety of the construction work.

The foreman and site manager may have some influence on operational aspects and day-to-day decision-making but do not generally hold the authority to modify formal specifications without the project engineer's involvement. The welding technician focuses on executing the welding tasks according to established specifications rather than modifying them. Thus, the project engineer's role is vital for ensuring that any changes made are well-informed and properly documented.