Christopher Wilkinson
Wellsburg,WV
Summary
Motivated construction superintendent known for strong problem-solving and team collaboration skills. Experienced in optimizing workflow and maintaining safety compliance, ready to drive project success and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
General Construction Superintendent
Flatiron/Dragados
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Coordinated daily construction activities to ensure compliance with safety regulations and project timelines.
- Assisted in managing subcontractors to maintain quality standards and optimize workflow efficiency.
- Monitored site progress, identifying issues and implementing solutions to mitigate delays.
- Supported project documentation, ensuring accurate records of materials, labor, and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline communication between stakeholders for improved project execution.
- Conducted site inspections to uphold safety protocols and enforce adherence to construction codes.
- Facilitated training sessions for new employees on safety practices and operational procedures.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by closely monitoring progress, adjusting schedules as needed, and effectively managing resources.
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for construction management, fostering professional growth and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
Beam Launcher Superintendent
Flatiron /Dragados
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Supervised daily construction activities to ensure compliance with safety regulations and project specifications.
- Coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers to streamline project timelines and resource allocation.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance construction standards and minimize rework.
- Optimized workflow processes, resulting in improved efficiency across multiple construction phases.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve seamless project execution.
- Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by [Action].
- Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
- Stepped up during foreman's absence to answer questions and delegate project tasks to employees.
General Construction Superintendent/Structural Steel Erector
Flatiron
01.2019 - 11.2023
- Directed project teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Oversaw subcontractor performance to maintain project timelines and budgetary constraints.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced delays.
- Evaluated project progress, identifying risks and proactively addressing issues to mitigate delays.
- Resolved conflicts between team members quickly and professionally through effective mediation strategies that prioritized project goals over individual disputes.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures throughout the construction process resulting in fewer defects while increasing overall customer satisfaction.
- Adapted workflow processes to accommodate unexpected challenges or changes in project scope, ensuring seamless integration into overall plans without compromising deadlines or budgets.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
- Erected structural steel components according to blueprints and project specifications.
- Conducted inspections of materials and equipment to maintain quality standards.
- Collaborated closely with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other tradespeople for seamless integration of steel structures within projects.
- Implemented comprehensive rigging procedures to securely lift heavy components into place without incident.
- Contributed to successful completion of complex projects involving multiple buildings or challenging design elements.
Union Ironworker
Ironworkers Local 7 Boston Mass
09.1988 - 12.2018
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate project execution.
- Mentored junior ironworkers in safe practices and operational procedures.
- Conducted inspections of completed work to maintain high-quality standards.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Positioned rebar and other iron reinforcement following pouring of concrete.
- Strengthened team communication by proactively collaborating with supervisors, engineers, and other tradespeople on job sites.
- Consistently met deadlines through efficient time management skills while working under pressure in various weather conditions.
- Provided reliable support during rigging operations to ensure the safe lifting of heavy steel beams into place.
- Placed and fastened iron rods and steel mesh together using wire and spot welds.
- Led team in construction of landmark structure, recognized for its engineering excellence.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- Followed safety guidelines to fasten structural steel members and hoisted cables, chains and rope.
- Dismantled structures and prepared equipment for travel or site movement.
Education
Completed To Journeyman Ironworker - Bridge Structural And Ornamental Ironwork
Ironworker Apprenticeship Program
Boston, MASkills
- Construction scheduling
- Preconstruction planning
- Labor management
- Site safety management
- Progress reporting
- Constructability analysis
- Subcontractor coordination
- Field supervision
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Team leadership
- Adaptability and flexibility
Accomplishments
- Achieved early completion with Beam launcher with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team in a heavy span placement on the Wellsburg Bridge project in conjunction with Mammoet.
- Supervised team as a General Foreman on Whittier Bridge For Walsh construction erecting two bridges using MI-Jack cranes.
- Supervised team in the fast track replacement of the Commonwealth Ave Bridge over traffic including Amtrak and local train service as well as the Mass Turnpike
- Achieved Being involved in the erection of 7 large scale bridge projects using innovative means and methods.
- Achieved an outstanding Safety record for my tasks completed.
Timeline
General Construction Superintendent
Flatiron/Dragados
04.2025 - 01.2026
Beam Launcher Superintendent
Flatiron /Dragados
11.2023 - 04.2025
General Construction Superintendent/Structural Steel Erector
Flatiron
01.2019 - 11.2023
Union Ironworker
Ironworkers Local 7 Boston Mass
09.1988 - 12.2018
Completed To Journeyman Ironworker - Bridge Structural And Ornamental Ironwork
Ironworker Apprenticeship Program