Bobby Holden
Jonesborough,TN
Summary
Experienced Construction Superintendent bringing 33 years of experience in [mechanical/excavation] construction. Expert project and team manager with deep understanding of safety, scheduling and codes. Talented at motivating workers to keep projects moving forward for on time completion.
Professional pipefitting leader with strong expertise in blueprint interpretation, welding, and fabrication. Proven ability to lead teams and ensure compliance with safety protocols while maintaining high standards. Skilled in problem-solving, adapting to changing needs, and delivering reliable results. Known for effective team collaboration and consistent achievement of project goals.
Mechanical professional prepared to excel in pipefitting leadership roles, bringing wealth of industry knowledge and practical experience. Proven track record of overseeing successful project completions and maintaining stringent safety standards. Recognized for fostering team collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving project demands.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipefitter Leadman
Renfrow Brothers
08.2025 - Current
- Fostered a positive work environment and teamwork by addressing conflicts promptly, facilitating open communication within the team.
- Enhanced workplace safety by strictly adhering to OSHA regulations and conducting regular safety meetings for the team.
- Supported successful project completion by collaborating effectively with supervisors, engineers, and other trade professionals.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship by performing thorough inspections and ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Increased productivity with proficient execution of pipe installation, modification, and repair tasks in a timely manner.
- Optimized resource allocation through effective material requisition planning based on upcoming project needs.
- Achieved project deadlines through diligent task prioritization and efficient coordination among team members.
Pipe General Foreman
Brasfield & Gorrie
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, recognizing achievements, and addressing conflicts in a timely manner.
- Ensured accurate documentation was maintained at all times relating to project progress reports, change orders, inspection records as well as other relevant data.
- Increased productivity by streamlining pipe installation processes and optimizing team workflows.
- Reduced material waste by implementing inventory control measures and ensuring proper storage of materials.
- Enhanced safety standards on job sites by conducting regular inspections, enforcing protocols, and providing ongoing training for crew members.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop detailed work plans, schedules, and budgets for piping projects.
- Improved project efficiency by consistently meeting deadlines through effective resource allocation and task delegation.
Instrument Technician
Becthel
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Increased production efficiency with diligent troubleshooting and repair of instrument malfunctions.
- Interpreted equipment manuals and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations, and installations.
- Provided technical support to team members during complex troubleshooting efforts, sharing expertise when necessary to resolve issues quickly and efficiently.
- Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors.
- Reduced downtime by promptly diagnosing issues and providing effective solutions for instrument-related problems.
- Elevated quality assurance standards with meticulous attention to detail during instrument calibration procedures.
- Ensured safety compliance by maintaining accurate records of instrument inspections, repairs, and calibrations.
Superintendent
Utility Construction Services
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
- Managed projects by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor tasks.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Evaluated plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Recognized and enforced quality standards through daily inspection of construction sites.
- Coordinated installation activities for projects to promote smooth workflow and achieve quality standards.
- Created and executed project plan and schedule, complying with budget and quality measures.
- Developed and maintained strong customer-focused relationships with stakeholders.
- Recommended improvement in work methods and techniques to correct maintenance deficiencies.
- Evaluated and recommended new procedures to upgrade and refine existing programs.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
Superintendent
JTH
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Managed projects by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor tasks.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Evaluated plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
Site Foreman ,superintendent
Vogtle Electric Generating Plant
07.2018 - 10.2021
- Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Managed projects by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor tasks.
- Monitored construction schedule to deliver highest quality product on time and within budget.
- Evaluated plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Recognized and enforced quality standards through daily inspection of construction sites.
- Met and worked with internal teams to recognize and discuss current and future needs.
- Provided technical guidance and assistance in resolving day-to-day construction problems.
- Oversaw daily work of team using knowledge of local and national building codes for construction areas.
- Coordinated installation activities for projects to promote smooth workflow and achieve quality standards.
- Supervised personnel to carry out maintenance on properties, buildings and fixtures.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
- Increased productivity by improving employee morale and cross-functional communications.
Operator Specialist,site Superintendent
advance one
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Managed site operations to complete projects ahead of schedule and within budget targets.
- Inspected site daily and documented findings in logs and with pictures.
- Communicated directly with clients to resolve problems and coordinate site work.
- Kept team on-track with close monitoring and direct instructions on job site.
- Identified quality issues and incomplete work and coordinated rework to meet targets.
- Oversaw work of on-site personnel and tracked upcoming needs to prepare correct materials, equipment and schedules.
- Coordinated between vendors and contractors to organize work for minimal delays.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Communicated daily progress and incident reports to clients and corporate offices.
- Reported failures, malfunctions or wear issues on equipment to supervisor.
Owner/Operator
pushrods auto repair
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
- Conducted market research activities and competitive analysis to facilitate implementation of aggressive company marketing strategy.
Welder,foreman,superintendent
nelco
03.1993 - 11.2015
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
- Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry and welding techniques.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Heated and dissolved metal parts to obtain molten substance used in welding or extrusion.
- Conducted hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specifications.
- Conducted x-ray, hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specification.
- Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Monitored job site parts and equipment.
- Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
- Managed workers at various experience levels in construction and restoration projects.
- Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
- Evaluated plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Monitored construction schedule to deliver highest quality product on time and within budget.
- Recognized and enforced quality standards through daily inspection of construction sites.
Education
High School Diploma -
David Crockett High School
Jonesborough, TN05.1993
Skills
- Community relations
- Employee discipline
- Blueprint and schematic understanding
- Expansion coordination
- Project coordination
- Key decision making
- Business Planning
- Process updates
- Quality standards
- Program implementation
- Contractor management
- Reporting
- Construction management
- Job planning
- Fall protection
- Job site management
- Safety oversight
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Certification
- Certified forklift, nelco - 1994
- Certified excavator , uci - 2023
- Certified aerial lift, uci - 2023
- osha 10,osha 30 Training - 2023
Timeline
Pipefitter Leadman
Renfrow Brothers
08.2025 - Current
Pipe General Foreman
Brasfield & Gorrie
07.2024 - 08.2025
Instrument Technician
Becthel
05.2023 - 07.2024
Superintendent
Utility Construction Services
01.2023 - 05.2023
Superintendent
JTH
09.2022 - 12.2022
Site Foreman ,superintendent
Vogtle Electric Generating Plant
07.2018 - 10.2021
Operator Specialist,site Superintendent
advance one
07.2017 - 01.2018
Owner/Operator
pushrods auto repair
11.2015 - 01.2017
Welder,foreman,superintendent
nelco
03.1993 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
David Crockett High School
Education and Training
other
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