Brian Biss
Stonyford
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record at EQMS, excelling in heavy equipment operation and safety compliance. Successfully led a 21-person team, enhancing project delivery efficiency and fostering a culture of mentorship. Recognized for establishing strong client relationships, resulting in repeat business and positive referrals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
EQMS
02.2021 - Current
- Managed project timelines and budgets, ensuring alignment with client expectations and regulatory standards.
- Coordinated subcontractor activities, facilitating communication between teams to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Led project meetings, providing updates and resolving issues to maintain project momentum and stakeholder engagement.
- Mentored junior staff in construction best practices, fostering professional development within the team.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Put together estimates, specifications, and other project documents.
- Scheduled workforce needs with superintendents and allocated company resources to meet project requirements.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Established successful relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and positive referrals.
- Supervised day-to-day activities of 21-person team of contractors to promote productivity and efficient use of resources, maintaining on-time and under-budget project delivery.
Manager
Hudspeth
05.2018 - 12.2020
- Directed daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project specifications.
- Coordinated subcontractor activities, facilitating communication and collaboration among diverse teams.
- Implemented quality control measures, enhancing project outcomes and reducing rework incidents.
- Trained and mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of safety on-site.
- Enhanced project success rates with thorough risk assessments and proactive mitigation strategies.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Supervised team of 12 construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
Supervisor
Patriot Envirenmental
03.2015 - 01.2018
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure team productivity and adherence to safety standards.
- Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing onboarding efficiency and reducing ramp-up time.
- Implemented workflow improvements that streamlined processes and reduced operational delays.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a collaborative environment and promoting professional development.
- Operated all types of heavy equipment to accomplish job.
Equipment Manager
Parsons Engineering
05.2011 - 12.2014
- Managed inventory of equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Oversaw maintenance schedules for machinery, coordinating repairs to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
- Implemented training programs for staff on equipment handling and safety procedures, enhancing workplace safety culture.
- Developed standard operating procedures for equipment usage, promoting consistency and reliability across operations.
- Reduced downtime in operations by performing proactive maintenance on equipment.
- Maintained clean and organized facilities.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs.
- Trained team members effectively to maintain consistent productivity.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment usage, enabling better planning and scheduling for future projects.
- Supervised daily operations of heavy equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA02-1999
No Degree - Combat Engineering
Engineer School
Fort Leonard Wood, MO07-1987
Skills
- Loader operation
- Environmental compliance awareness
- Construction background
- Bulldozer operation
- Safety compliance
- Earthmoving operations
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Construction equipment operation
- Excavator operation
- Interpreting maps and instructions
- Demolition procedures
- Heavy equipment operation
Certification
- Adhere supervisor License - good till June 2026
- 40 supervisor Hazwoper Training - June 2026
- First aid Training - August 2026
- Competent Person, Patriot Envirenmental
Timeline
Project Manager
EQMS
02.2021 - Current
Manager
Hudspeth
05.2018 - 12.2020
Supervisor
Patriot Envirenmental
03.2015 - 01.2018
Equipment Manager
Parsons Engineering
05.2011 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice
College of The Redwoods
No Degree - Combat Engineering
Engineer School