Chris Fusco
Branford,CT
Summary
Dynamic Construction Superintendent with a proven track record at Giordano Construction, excelling in team collaboration and safety compliance. Expert in heavy equipment operation and construction scheduling, I effectively resolved conflicts and optimized project timelines, ensuring on-time project delivery while maintaining high-quality standards. Accountable construction superintendent successful at supervising several team members on various job sites. Several years of experience in the construction field with excellent knowledge of all construction sub-trades. Committed to ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to safety guidelines. Talented at managing budgets and implementing cost controls.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Superintendent
Giordano Construction
Branford, Connecticut
12.2022 - 05.2025
- Supervised daily construction activities and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated subcontractor schedules and monitored project timelines for efficiency.
- Reviewed project drawings to ensure compliance with local building codes.
- Led team meetings to discuss project progress and address potential issues.
- Managed material procurement and maintained inventory for construction supplies.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure adherence to design specifications and codes.
- Worked closely with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, owners representatives or others involved in the construction process as needed.
- Resolved conflicts between general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, or owners in a timely manner.
- Reviewed project plans, specifications, and change orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Monitored labor productivity levels to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
Foreman Equipment Operator
Dimatteo Construction
Plainville, CT
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Identified hazardous materials on job sites and took action to mitigate and enhance safety.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Supervised daily operations and coordinated workflow among team members.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.
Heavy Equipment Operator
New England Infrastructure
Hudson, MA
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
Project Engineer
Rizzo Companies
Danbury, CT
06.2016 - 10.2018
- Maintained project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems.
- Interacted with clients to interpret needs and requirements.
- Supervised installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Coordinated construction planning, material resources and staff scheduling to achieve on-time, under-budget completion of projects.
- Developed, coordinated and monitored production tasks.
- Prioritized and delegated daily tasks for engineering project team members.
- Delivered detailed and concise directives to team members and worked closely with organizational managers to facilitate project success.
Heavy Equipment Operator
American Excavating Corporation
Derry, NH
04.2015 - 11.2016
- Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation or rocks.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
Project Foreman
Camco Landscape
Tyngsboro, MA
04.2014 - 03.2015
- Followed rules and regulations to keep job sites safe for workers, contractors and visitors.
- Recorded job supplies, parts, equipment and employee hours.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Monitored job site parts and equipment.
- Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Fusco Corporation
New Haven, CT
06.2008 - 11.2012
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marvelwood Prep School
Kent, CT05.2009
Some College (No Degree) -
Mitchell College
New London, CTSkills
- 478 operating engineer
- Team collaboration
- Safety policies and procedures
- Valid driver's license
- Materials movement
- Equipment logs
- Verbal and written communication
- construction equipment operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Decision making
- Asphalt paving
- Problem solving
- Load management
- Critical thinking
- Accident prevention
- Construction scheduling
- Equipment operation
- Team leadership
Certification
- Certified Safety Professional
- OSHA 10 Certified
- Project Management certification course
Education and Training
other,other
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Construction Superintendent
Giordano Construction
12.2022 - 05.2025
Foreman Equipment Operator
Dimatteo Construction
06.2020 - 10.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
New England Infrastructure
04.2019 - 05.2020
Project Engineer
Rizzo Companies
06.2016 - 10.2018
Heavy Equipment Operator
American Excavating Corporation
04.2015 - 11.2016
Project Foreman
Camco Landscape
04.2014 - 03.2015
Heavy Equipment Operator
Fusco Corporation
06.2008 - 11.2012
High School Diploma -
Marvelwood Prep School
Some College (No Degree) -
Mitchell College
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