Chris Costa
City Of Pooler
Pooler,GA
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience
Results-driven Stormwater Superintendent with expertise in project management, quality assurance, and strategic planning. Proven ability to optimize resources and lead effective teams to achieve project goals.
Results-driven Stormwater Superintendent with expertise in project management, team leadership, and strategic planning. Proven track record of optimizing resources and enhancing project efficiency through effective communication and relationship building.
Work History
Stormwater Superintendent
18 Years 6 Months- Managed budgetary allocations for maintenance projects, optimizing resource utilization.
- Coordinated with city departments to streamline project timelines and resource allocation.
- Evaluated contractor performance, ensuring adherence to quality standards and project specifications.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Conducted regular site inspections to maintain compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
Crew Leader
9 Years 11 Months- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Trained new crew members on equipment usage and best practices for efficiency.
- Coordinated schedules and workloads to optimize team performance and resource allocation.
- Monitored project progress, identifying issues and implementing timely solutions to maintain productivity.
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites, ensuring compliance with city regulations and standards.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment, promoting open communication and teamwork among crew members.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced operational delays.
- Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
- Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
- Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as necessary.
- Provided ongoing training and support for new hires, ensuring they were well-equipped to perform their duties effectively.
- Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
- Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
- Established positive relationships with customers and colleagues through high standards of customer service.
- Addressed any personnel conflicts or issues in a timely manner, maintaining open lines of communication with all team members.
- Settled crew member disputes by addressing problems quickly and providing successful mediation.
- Facilitated collaboration between different departments, enhancing cohesiveness and success of projects.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure quality materials at cost-effective prices, impacting project profitability.
- Coordinated daily tasks for crew, optimizing manpower and resources to meet project deadlines.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism in all aspects of work, thereby elevating overall team performance.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
Laborer
3 Years 1 Month- Operated heavy machinery for various city maintenance projects.
- Assisted with road repair and construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency and task completion speed.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment and tools to maintain operational readiness.
- Trained new laborers on safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Coordinated with other departments to support community events and public works initiatives.
- Monitored inventory levels of materials and supplies, facilitating timely replenishment orders.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Contributed to the successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Used a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes, and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Main responsibilities: Cutting and cleaning of vegetation and debris of the city's roadside ditches, outfalls, and canals.
- Dug roadside ditches/canals
Education
GED, Certified Welder
Skills
Relationship building and management
Project coordination
Project management
Quality assurance
Quality standards
Strategic planning
Subcontractor management
Leadership development
Staff management
Material procurement
Design review
Contractor oversight
Educational leadership
Infrastructure planning
Attention to detail
Decision-making
Dependable and hardworking
Team leadership
Employee management
Field inspection
Safe operating procedures
Site maintenance
Effective communication
Certification
- CSI- certified Stormwater inspector/ with the national stormwater Center
- Erosion control enforcement officer- State Certified GSWCC
Timeline
Crew Leader
City Of Pooler
02.2011 - 01.2021Read More
Stormwater Superintendent
City Of Pooler
12.2007 - CurrentRead More
Laborer
City Of Pooler
12.2007 - 01.2011Read More
Whitney M . Young Job Corps
GED, Certified Welder
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