Cesar Garza JR
Houston ,TX
Summary
Accomplished General Superintendent with over 25 years of expertise in vessel operations and cargo management, . Demonstrated success in negotiating contracts and enhancing project quality, underscored by a significant reduction in workplace accidents. Proficient in bilingual communication and skilled in operating heavy machinery, including forklifts and hydraulic cranes. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
General Superintendent
Gulfstream Marine
Houston, TX
01.2016 - 12.2023
- Responsible for planning vessel operations and ensures labor and equipment needs are met as ordered from Vessel Superintendents.
- Maintained accurate records of all relevant documentation for future reference and auditing purposes.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that benefited both parties involved.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing processes, leading to increased project quality standards.
- Maintains contact with the Port Captains, steamship lines, or agencies to establish timing of ship arrivals.
- Responsible for the determination of heavy lift needs, critical lifts, secure labor and equipment as appropriate for cargo type.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, resulting in a significant reduction of workplace accidents.
- Managed budgets and financial resources effectively, leading to cost savings on multiple projects.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing vessel to keep work in line with project goals.
- Responsible for all vessel documentation such as mate's receipt, OS&D, materials list and damage reports etc.
- Operate 9K, 30K or 52K forklift, top loaded, Hydraulic short crane when needed to move cargo to designated area
General Labor, Walking Former and Superintend
Coastal Cargo Of Texas
Houston, TX
08.1999 - 03.2016
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked 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.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Ensures that cargo is loaded in appropriate vessel, container and/or trailer for shipment.
- Supervise and coordinate loading and discharge during vessel
Skills
- 25 years of Experience loading and discharging of vessel
- Machine Operator Forklift, 9K, 30K or 52K forklift, top loaded, Hydraulic short crane
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Change order management
Timeline
General Superintendent
Gulfstream Marine
01.2016 - 12.2023
General Labor, Walking Former and Superintend
Coastal Cargo Of Texas
08.1999 - 03.2016