Cody Ross
Fernley,NV
Summary
Proven leader in construction and plumbing, adept at steering teams towards the successful completion of projects under budget and ahead of schedule. At ACCO Engineered Systems, I enhanced project efficiency and safety compliance, leveraging skills in blueprint analysis and team training. Known for fostering collaborative environments and resolving challenges swiftly, my approach ensures high-quality outcomes and client satisfaction. Disciplined General Foreman experienced in scheduling projects, inspecting work and completing pressure tests. Knowledgeable about training, monitoring and evaluating employees and maintaining safety. Expertise in operating both medium and light construction equipment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Foreman
ACCO Engineered Systems
09.2019 - Current
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing a team of skilled workers.
- Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Collaborated with subcontractors for seamless coordination of work scopes, ensuring smooth project execution from start to finish.
- Ordered necessary supplies and materials required for installation of new work and remodeling of existing systems.
- Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
- Liaised between field engineers and trade workers align construction projects with drawings and specifications.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments before commencing projects, identifying potential challenges and developing contingency plans accordingly.
- Mentored junior team members in the development of their skills, providing guidance and support that facilitated career advancement opportunities.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards during the execution of assigned tasks, mitigating potential legal issues or penalties.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Certified HDPE fusion welding
- Underground double containment
- Prepared daily time cards and assisted in preparation of estimates and scope of work statements.
- ACCO Northern Nevada Trimble manager
- Spool package and model deadlines across multiple detail departments.
- Communication with multiple shops across the west coast to insure timely delivery from fabrication shops.
- Job set-up and training of all new employes.
Field Foreman
JW McClenahan
12.2016 - 09.2019
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and positive referrals.
- Reduced project completion time by streamlining communication between field crew members and management.
- Served as a liaison between field crews and management, resolving conflicts swiftly to maintain high levels of employee satisfaction.
- Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring their compliance with company guidelines while maintaining open lines of communication throughout the duration of each project assignment.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between job sites by coordinating equipment movement and personnel relocation efficiently.
- Mentored junior staff members in technical skills, fostering a collaborative learning environment among the team.
- Promoted a culture of accountability among team members, recognizing individual achievements while also holding each person responsible for their role in achieving collective goals.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
- Shop fabrication for HDPE, underground double containment , chilled water piping and medical gas lines.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT 01.2013 - 05.2017
Plumbers And Pipefitters Local 350 Apprenticeship
Sparks, NV 08.2000 - 05.2005
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV05.2013
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Leading teams
- Supervisory skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Crew Management
- Safety enforcement
- Daily Planning
- Team Supervision
- Site Inspections
- Hour Tracking
- Blueprint Analysis
- Crew oversight
- Safety practices
- Effective Communication
- Project Planning
- Safety Protocols
- Project deadlines
- Report Writing
- Project site supervision
- Safety Compliance
- Forklift Operation
- Team leadership skills
- Scheduling jobs
- Task Delegation
- Team training and support
- Safety meetings
- Team instructions
- Valid Nevada license
- Supply Ordering
- Productivity logs
- Troubleshooting abilities
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Inventory Coordination
- Emergency Response
- Timesheet Management
- Piping design
- Team Training
- Training experience
- Onboarding and coaching
- Construction background
- Commercial Plumbing
- Testing activities
Certification
- Licensed Pipefitter
- Licensed Plumber
- Certified Medical Gas
- Certified Forklift
- Certified HDPE fusion welding
- OSHA 10 and 30
- OSHA excavation/trenching
- OSHA scaffolding
- Crucial conversations
- Influencing without authority
Timeline
General Foreman
ACCO Engineered Systems
09.2019 - Current
Field Foreman
JW McClenahan
12.2016 - 09.2019
Western Governors University
01.2013 - 05.2017
Plumbers And Pipefitters Local 350 Apprenticeship
08.2000 - 05.2005
- Licensed Pipefitter
- Licensed Plumber
- Certified Medical Gas
- Certified Forklift
- Certified HDPE fusion welding
- OSHA 10 and 30
- OSHA excavation/trenching
- OSHA scaffolding
- Crucial conversations
- Influencing without authority
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Truckee Meadows Community College
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