Aaron Ferguson
Sherwood,OR
Summary
20 years of construction management. With expertise in home remodeling, scenic carpentry, and special effects. Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, estimate materials, and develop efficient building processes as well as safety procedures. Extensive experience managing teams across multiple locations.
Production specialist with strong background in overseeing manufacturing processes and ensuring operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize workflows, and drive productivity in fast-paced environments. Known for strategic problem-solving, adaptability, and fostering collaborative work environments. Skilled in lean manufacturing, quality control, and resource management.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
West Coast Production Manager
New Energy Works
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Create and manage detailed production schedules
- Implement strategies to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and increase efficiency
- Identify and troubleshoot production issues, implementing corrective actions to maintain smooth operations
- Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of production machinery and equipment
- Prepare regular reports on production status, performance metrics, and any potential challenges to upper management
- Track key production metrics: output, efficiency, and downtime to identify areas for improvement
- Ensure adherence to all health and safety regulations within the production area
- Create Standard Operating Procedures for new production facilities and machinery
- Lead and motivate production teams, assigning tasks, providing training, and addressing performance issues
- Member of safety committee
Owner/General Contractor
Sasquatch Home Services
12.2020 - 12.2023
- Managed all aspects of home remodeling projects, including sales, planning, budgeting, and execution
- Certified LBPR contractor ensuring compliance with local building regulations
- Oversaw subcontractors, material procurement, and project timelines
Project Manager
Trantel Services
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Developed a general contracting division for an HVAC-focused company
- Created project plans, managed budgets, and established operational procedures
Construction Superintendent
Tiny Heirloom
04.2019 - 11.2020
- Estimated material and labor requirements for custom home projects
- Developed build schedules and optimized the manufacturing process for new models
- Recruited and managed in-house staff and subcontractors
- Safety committee member
Construction Superintendent
Lamont Brothers
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Supervised crews and managed all phases of remodeling projects
- Ensured projects met quality standards, deadlines, and budget requirements
- Safety committee member
Special Effects & Carpenter
Local 488 - TV Pilots
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Provided set construction and special effects carpentry for television pilots
Scenic Carpenter
Laika
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Built sets for animated feature films, including Paranorman, Box Trolls, Kubo, and Missing Link
Scenic Carpenter
Local 488 - TV Series "Leverage"
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Led set construction efforts and served as site supervisor for location shoots
Shop Foreman
R.A. Reed Productions
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Created construction drawings, scheduled builds, and oversaw set construction
- Maintained shop tools and ensured seamless interdepartmental communication
- Safety committee member
Shop Foreman
Juilliard School
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Designed rigging systems, created construction plans, and supervised scenic builds
- Managed shop operations and maintained equipment
- Safety committee member
Skills
- LBPR Certified
- Project Management
- Scheduling
- Budgeting
- Cost Estimation
- Construction
- Scenic Carpentry
- Special Effects
- Set Design
- Team Leadership
- Training
- Certified Rigger
- Signalman
- Production planning
- Operations management
- Staff management
- Production scheduling
- Team development
- Continuous improvements
- Safety management
- Production optimization
- Staff scheduling
- Quality control
- Health and safety compliance
- Equipment operation
- Production oversight
- Manufacturing management
- Cost control
- Performance evaluation
- Workflow optimization
- Training skills
- Logistics
- Customer-centric
- Dedication to product quality
- Quality inspection
- Critical thinking
- Workflow management
- Schedule management
- Performance monitoring
- Troubleshooting skills
Timeline
West Coast Production Manager
New Energy Works
11.2023 - 03.2025
Owner/General Contractor
Sasquatch Home Services
12.2020 - 12.2023
Project Manager
Trantel Services
11.2020 - 02.2021
Construction Superintendent
Tiny Heirloom
04.2019 - 11.2020
Construction Superintendent
Lamont Brothers
05.2018 - 04.2019
Special Effects & Carpenter
Local 488 - TV Pilots
03.2018 - 05.2018
Scenic Carpenter
Laika
01.2010 - 01.2017
Scenic Carpenter
Local 488 - TV Series "Leverage"
01.2009 - 01.2010
Shop Foreman
R.A. Reed Productions
01.2005 - 01.2009
Shop Foreman
Juilliard School
01.2002 - 01.2005
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