Charles Oakley
Humble
Summary
Experienced and results-driven General Foreman with 20+ years of expertise in scaffold construction and project management. Skilled in the design, erection, disassembly, and maintenance of scaffold systems to ensure safety, efficiency, and high-quality results. Proven track record of managing large teams, overseeing job site safety, and optimizing material usage while adhering to regulatory standards. Exceptional at problem-solving, conflict resolution, and communication with project stakeholders.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foreman
McDermott
Port Arthur
06.2023 - 04.2026
- Supervised crews, delegated tasks, and coordinated with site supervisors and trades
- Trained scaffold builders and laborers; ensured on-time, on-budget project delivery
- Planned, erected, modified, and dismantled scaffold systems (tube & clamp, system, frame)
- Interpreted blueprints; estimated materials and workforce for structural/process builds
- Enforced OSHA and site safety standards; led JHAs, toolbox talks, and safety briefings
- Conducted inspections, maintained tagging systems, and ensured code compliance
- Worked in high-risk refinery environments, including turnarounds and live units
- Coordinated scaffold access for other crafts; documented progress and reported to leadership.
General Foreman
TIC
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Led the installation of complex scaffold systems, including mobile towers and tube & clamp scaffolding, ensuring all systems were aligned with job specifications and safety protocols.
- Analyzed project blueprints to determine the required type and number of scaffolds, then coordinated the deployment of materials and resources.
- Directed a team of scaffold workers to assemble, adjust, and dismantle scaffolding on multiple job sites, adhering to strict safety guidelines and timelines.
- Ensured the scaffolding systems were safe for use by conducting routine inspections and verifying load capacities against project requirements.
- Identified and addressed potential hazards on-site, quickly implementing corrective actions to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
General Foreman
Brown & Root
12.2016 - 02.2021
- Led the erection and dismantling of tube & clamp and hung scaffolding systems, ensuring compliance with both project specifications and federal safety standards.
- Managed scaffold crews on a variety of industrial projects, assigning tasks based on individual skill levels to ensure timely and safe scaffold construction.
- Coordinated scaffold material logistics, ensuring timely delivery and efficient use of scaffold components, reducing downtime and improving project efficiency.
- Worked closely with safety officers to conduct safety meetings and provide ongoing training, ensuring scaffold workers were aware of potential hazards and proper safety procedures.
- Regularly reviewed scaffold plans, ensuring the design and installation aligned with building codes, regulations, and client specifications.
General Foreman
CB&I
01.2011 - 11.2016
- Supervised the erection, disassembly, and storage of multiple types of scaffolding systems, including welded frame and mobile tower scaffolding, ensuring projects met strict safety standards.
- Coordinated scaffold crew activities, ensuring that work was completed according to blueprints, specifications, and safety regulations.
- Managed the inspection and maintenance of scaffolding systems on-site, performing safety checks to prevent accidents and downtime.
- Ensured the proper distribution of materials, tools, and equipment necessary for scaffold installation and dismantling, streamlining operations and minimizing waste.
- Provided training to scaffold crew members, emphasizing safety best practices and proper scaffold building techniques to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Education
Diploma -
Memorial High
Port Arthur, TXSkills
- Advanced Certified Scaffold Builder
- Scaffold System Design
- Scaffold Erection
- Scaffold Inspection
- Scaffold Maintenance
- Project Blueprint Analysis
- Project Planning
- Team Leadership
- Supervision
- Safety Regulations Enforcement
- Risk Mitigation
- Resource Allocation
- Material Distribution
- Conflict Management
- Problem Resolution
- Client Relations
- Communication
Certification
- Certified OSHA Safety Expert
- Scaffold 40
- OSHA 30
- TWIC Certification
- CPR Trained
- NCCER #30447462
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Foreman
McDermott
06.2023 - 04.2026
General Foreman
TIC
02.2021 - 04.2023
General Foreman
Brown & Root
12.2016 - 02.2021
General Foreman
CB&I
01.2011 - 11.2016
Diploma -
Memorial High