Brandon Foughty
Ray,OH
Summary
Experienced construction foreman and masonry professional with a strong background in crew leadership, OSHA compliance, and jobsite safety. Known for keeping work organized, on schedule, and completed to quality standards while coordinating crews and supporting daily operations. Brings hands-on experience in managing workflow, training team members, and maintaining safe, productive job sites.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Bergen Construction
05.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily construction crews, assigning tasks and maintaining workflow across active job sites.
- Coordinated subcontractors, materials, and equipment to keep projects moving on schedule.
- Enforced safety standards, conducting site checks and correcting hazards before work continued.
- Monitored work quality, verifying installations met plans, codes, and client requirements.
- Trained new crew members on tools, procedures, and quality expectations.
- Resolved field issues quickly, adjusting labor and sequencing to minimize downtime.
- Maintained organized job sites, supporting efficient operations and consistent productivity.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
- Monitored progress against established benchmarks, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet targets consistently.
Lead Mason Foreman
Triscosystems
05.2017 - 05.2024
- Supervised masonry crew activities to maintain workflow, safety, and quality standards.
- Scheduled daily tasks and assigned crews based on project priorities and site conditions.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to coordinate accurate brick, block, and stone installation.
- Inspected completed masonry work to verify alignment, finish quality, and code compliance.
- Coordinated material deliveries, tools, and equipment to prevent jobsite delays.
- Completed projects on time and within budget by effectively managing resources, materials, and labor.
- Managed inventory control systems to ensure adequate supply levels needed to complete assigned tasks effectively and efficiently in a possible manner.
- Liaised closely with subcontractors to coordinate work schedules minimize disruption existing operations on shared sites.
- Monitored jobsite safety practices to support compliance with company and project requirements.
- Conducted employee evaluations on an annual basis, setting performance goals and encouraging continuous professional development among team members.
- Fostered a positive work environment by addressing and resolving conflicts quickly, promoting open communication, and supporting team collaboration.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms on materials pricing and delivery schedules.
- Improved employee performance through ongoing coaching, mentoring, feedback sessions aimed at enhancing individual skill sets abilities within team dynamic context.
- Maintained safe working conditions by enforcing company safety policies and ensuring proper use of personal protective equipment.
Laborer
JPJ Masonry
06.2015 - 05.2017
- Loaded and unloaded masonry materials, staging supplies for efficient site operations.
- Mixed mortar, grout, and concrete to support consistent masonry installation.
- Cut, moved, and positioned brick, block, and stone for skilled masons.
- Assisted with scaffold setup, equipment handling, and material preparation.
- Maintained clean, organized work areas to support safe daily productivity.
- Inspected tools and materials for damage, reporting issues promptly.
- Followed site safety procedures while supporting heavy lifting and demolition tasks.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
Education
Engineering
Heidelberg University
Tiffin, OH06-2015
High School Diploma -
Wellston High School
Wellston, OH05-2014
Skills
- Crew leadership
- Workplace safety
- OSHA regulations
- Safety policies and procedures
- Work planning and prioritization
- Team management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Commercial construction experience
- Construction experience
- Client relationship management
Awards
-Captain and All District in Multiple Sport Programs
-State issued Award, Leadership and Sportsman Ship
Certification
- Forklift Operation
- Telehandler Certification
- Aerial & Scissor Lift Certification
- Skid Steer Certification
- Swing Stage Scaffold Certification
- Pipe Scaffold Certification
- First Aid, CPR
- OSHA 30
- Jahn Certification
Timeline
Foreman
Bergen Construction
05.2024 - Current
Lead Mason Foreman
Triscosystems
05.2017 - 05.2024
Laborer
JPJ Masonry
06.2015 - 05.2017
Engineering
Heidelberg University
High School Diploma -
Wellston High School