Chad Ostman
Everett
Summary
Dynamic construction professional with extensive experience as a General Foreman at Turner Construction. Proven expertise in blueprint reading and safety coordination, successfully leading complex projects like the Seattle Aquarium Ocean Pavilion. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and achieving project milestones, ensuring high-quality results in concrete construction and finishes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Concrete Strategies Inc.
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised project teams, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards to minimize risks.
- Managed site inspections, verifying compliance with building codes and regulations to uphold safety and quality.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation for multiple construction projects, optimizing workflow and resource efficiency.
- Schedule and manage manpower, tools, equipment and materials for the completion of new concrete, retrofit and repair jobs.
General Foreman
Turner Construction
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Concrete General foreman on new Seattle Aquarium Ocean Pavilion. Duties included coordination with subcontractors for the purpose of completing phase one concrete of Ocean Pavilion, allowing the relocation of Alaskan Way on the Seattle Waterfront.
- Oversaw finish upgrades for Port of Seattle Elevator modernization, integrating industrial coatings, new concrete stairs, and modern elevator systems while ensuring safety through effective coordination with electrical and elevator contractors.
- General Foreman (night shift) for the Seattle Space Needle Elevator modernization project. Work included upgrade of finishes above the gift shop (launch pad) and raising the floor of this area to accommodate future elevator cars.
- Executed warranty work on external staircase at Watershed project, including weather protection, concrete demolition, sand blasting, coating reinstallation, and final inspections, all while managing punch list in an occupied building.
- Directed the interior finishes at Rainier Tower, managing the punch list for the painting contractor to complete the owner's representative's acceptance of the final 148 high-end condo units.
- General foreman on large labs, office TI. Work included new epoxy floors, drywall, carpet, tile, new 2 story elevator, under slab plumbing (including demolition, excavation, replacement of vapor barrier, new rebar reinforcement and replacement of concrete. Structural roof upgrades for new MEP systems. New roofing adjacent to structural members. Inspections and completed punch lists.
- Collaborated with Seattle City Light to upgrade electrical requirements for the project.
General Foreman
Lease Crutcher Lewis
02.2018 - 01.2021
- Supervised daily construction operations, achieving project milestones on schedule.
- Coordinated work schedules among trades and subcontractors, optimizing on-site workflow.
- Conducted safety inspections, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing workplace safety.
- Managed building exteriors for Capitol Hill Transit Oriented development, including roofing, waterproofing, building cladding, storefront, and curtain wall.
General Foreman
LNC Structures
04.2017 - 02.2018
- Oversaw installation of concrete, post-tensioning, and light steel reinforcement. Scheduled inspections and concrete pump services.
- Supervised daily operations on construction sites ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated schedules and resources among subcontractors and suppliers for project efficiency.
- Oversaw workforce assignments, ensuring optimal utilization of skills and resources.
General Foreman
Andersen Construction \ ASI Structures
04.2014 - 04.2017
- Coordinated excavation and shoring contractors and managed tower crane operations for concrete placement on Kinect Tower (Seattle).
- Managed concrete operations for site work on West Seattle apartment project, ensuring timely and quality execution.
- Coordinated excavation and concrete formwork for Whidbey Island Hospital addition, facilitating smooth workflow and project progression.
Carpenter, Foreman, General Foreman
Turner Const.
04.2005 - 04.2014
- South Hill Data Center, Puyallup Wa. General foreman. Work included coordination with all trades in order to install drywall, epoxy floors, electrical upgrades, Mechanical upgrades, replacement of exterior (failed) stucco. Direct supervision of self perform trades.
- Coordinated contractor activities as elevator core foreman for Aspira apartments, managing rebar, electrical, plumbing, and fire system installations in 42-story building.
- Led carpentry team at Goat Hill King County office building, overseeing concrete form work and embedded steel installation for elevator core.
- Supervised carpentry operations at Mirrabella retirement center, ensuring quality concrete installations.
- Performed carpentry for Harborview Hospital addition in Seattle.
- Constructed structural elements for Goat Hill King County parking garage in Seattle.
Carpenter
Local union425
01.2000 - 03.2005
- Executed concrete form work and performed general carpentry for multiple contractors including LCL, Infrastructure Inc, Bailey Construction, Baugh (SKANSKA), ABI Inc, Bomel Construction Inc, Mid-Mountain Contractors Inc, and Abuse Construction.
- Constructed frameworks for residential and commercial buildings using various materials.
- Installed doors, windows, and cabinetry to ensure structural integrity and aesthetic appeal.
- Operated power tools safely to complete carpentry tasks efficiently.
Education
High school diploma -
Mountlake Terrace High School
Mountlake Terrace, WA01-1990
Skills
- Understanding Cranes and equipment
- Blueprint Reading
- Safety coordination
- Safety
- Retrofit and repair
- Attention to details
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above-mentioned information is correct up to my knowledge and I bear the responsibility for the correctness of the above-mentioned particulars.
Hobbies and Interests
- Fishing
- Golf
- Beer Brewing
- Target shooting
- Football
- Cooking
References
- Kerry Ojeletto, Superintendent, Turner Construction, 2066433691
- Jeff Birchfield, General Superintendent, Turner Construction, 2067946881
- Ken Armiger, EH&S, Turner Construction Safety, 2064822674
Timeline
Superintendent
Concrete Strategies Inc.
09.2024 - Current
General Foreman
Turner Construction
01.2021 - 05.2024
General Foreman
Lease Crutcher Lewis
02.2018 - 01.2021
General Foreman
LNC Structures
04.2017 - 02.2018
General Foreman
Andersen Construction \ ASI Structures
04.2014 - 04.2017
Carpenter, Foreman, General Foreman
Turner Const.
04.2005 - 04.2014
Carpenter
Local union425
01.2000 - 03.2005
High school diploma -
Mountlake Terrace High School