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Ben Vance

Gun Barrel City,TX

Summary

Dynamic Field Construction Coordinator with 15+ years of extensive experience in the field specializing in construction and maintenance of transmission powerlines, excelling in project coordination and timely completion. Started as a groundman and worked my way up as an operator, lineman, and then into supervision as foreman, general foreman, and superintendent before becoming an FCC. Skilled in troubleshooting and decision-making, ensuring compliance with safety standards while mentoring teams for improved performance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Contruction Coordinator Sr.

McCurley Enterprises Inc.
02.2024 - Current
  • Oversee contractors and identify/resolve issues that could impact project success, including design, material, access, and contractor performance challenges.
  • Ensure contractors comply with contracts and safety standards.
  • Coordinate field activities and maintain project schedules.
  • Obtain Clearances, Holds and/or Reclosers when needed.
  • Provide regular updates on construction progress to lead FCCs and construction managers.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

General Superintendent

Great Southwestern Construction
11.2019 - 01.2024
  • Defined tasks and acquired the tools and resources required to complete projects efficiently.
  • Managed 3 crews totaling over 30 crew members.
  • Led daily operations ensuring project timelines and safety standards were consistently met.
  • Conducted job site inspections to assess compliance with safety rules and project design plans.
  • Mentored and trained team members, fostering skill development and improved performance on complex projects.
  • Streamlined construction processes, enhancing workflow efficiency and resource allocation.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to align project goals and deliverables effectively.
  • Reported to supervisors weekly regarding project progress and problems/issues.
  • Developed strategic plans to optimize manpower utilization across multiple job sites.

Journeyman Line Foreman

Irby Construction
01.2019 - 11.2019
  • Supervised daily production operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Identified, mitigated, and made everyone aware of all potential hazards on job sites.
  • Trained and mentored team members on equipment usage and best practices for quality assurance.
  • Planned and executed job scopes according to customer's standards and specifications.
  • Conducted regular inspections of job sites to assess compliance with safety rules and design plans.
  • Performed business management duties including but not limited to maintaining records, preparing time sheets, and daily progress reports.
  • Operated the following equipment: forklift, bulldozer, box blade, all pulling machinery including: V-Groove, hard line puller, all rope machines, bucket trucks, numerous varieties and sizes of cranes, etc.
  • Completed sagging conductor, shield wire, and OPGW per clients specifications and completed the correlating reports.

General Foreman

Primoris Services Corp
03.2008 - 01.2019
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Coordinated workflow among teams, optimizing productivity and minimizing downtime.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced waste.
  • Trained and mentored crew members, fostering skill development and team cohesion.
  • Planned and executed job scopes according to customer's standards and specifications.
  • Diagnosed and resolved any engineering issues while working with engineers and FCCs.
  • Completed job site inspections to assess compliance with safety rules and design plans.
  • Completed sagging conductor, shield wire, and OPGW per client's specifications and completed the correlating reports.
  • Have held a Class A CDL since 2009 and have hauled heavy equipment and oversized loads.
  • Operated the following equipment: forklift, bulldozer, backhoe, digger derricks, all pulling machinery including: V-Groove, hardline puller, all rope rigs, conductor tensioners, bucket trucks, numerous varieties of cranes, etc.
  • Performed business management duties including but not limited to maintaining records, preparing timesheets and daily progress reports, and performing weekly safety meetings.

Education

High School Diploma -

Malakoff High School
Malakoff, TX
01-2006

Skills

  • Timely project completion
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Decision-making
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Relationship building
  • Project coordination
  • Schedule coordination
  • Document management
  • Supervisory skills
  • Accurate reporting
  • Troubleshooting abilities
  • Self motivated

Certification

  • Switched Certified through Oncor
  • OSHA ET&D
  • OSHA 30
  • EPZ Grounding
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Forklift
  • Class A CDL
  • Smith Driving
  • Hot-stick Certified 69kV-138kV

Timeline

Field Contruction Coordinator Sr.

McCurley Enterprises Inc.
02.2024 - Current

General Superintendent

Great Southwestern Construction
11.2019 - 01.2024

Journeyman Line Foreman

Irby Construction
01.2019 - 11.2019

General Foreman

Primoris Services Corp
03.2008 - 01.2019

High School Diploma -

Malakoff High School

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