Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Colton Link

Valley Grove,WV

Summary

Responsible Foreman with excellent project oversight, team management and blueprint interpretation skills coupled with more than 10 years of experience. Achieves project milestones and adheres to deadlines and quality standards.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Foreman

Infasource Construction
02.2020 - Current
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives.
  • Maintained heavy equipment, tools and machinery.
  • Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
  • Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
  • Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Verified and submitted team timesheets.
  • Initiated onsite safety program and properly trained team members to decrease injuries.
  • Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
  • Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
  • Identified and implemented strategic plans based on accurate readings of specifications and solid collaboration with project leadership.

Construction Foreman

NPL Construction Company
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
  • Attended on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients per month.
  • Maximized resource utilization and achieved production targets by managing day-to-day usage of department resources.
  • Wrote production reports to help senior leadership make accurate operational plans and decisions.

Heavy Equipment Operator

NPL Construction Company
03.2014 - 01.2017
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
  • Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.

General Foreman / Quality Manager

Desoto Line Services
04.2024 - 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Mentored and encouraged employees to strive for excellence while fostering professional growth.
  • Coordinated and oversaw periodic audits to evaluate product quality and safety and address non-conformances.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wheeling Park High School
Wheeling, WV
05.2012

Skills

  • Construction Work Understanding
  • Hiring and Onboarding
  • Hiring Determinations
  • Blueprints and Schematics
  • Time Management
  • Multi-Project Coordination
  • Site Measuring and Marking
  • Workplace Safety
  • Construction Vehicles Operation
  • Safe Operating Procedures
  • Quality Control
  • Project Leadership
  • Equipment Safety Verification
  • Job Site Supervision
  • Cost Estimation
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Procedure Planning
  • Labor Costing
  • Daily Reporting

Timeline

General Foreman / Quality Manager

Desoto Line Services
04.2024 - Current

Construction Foreman

Infasource Construction
02.2020 - Current

Construction Foreman

NPL Construction Company
01.2017 - 01.2020

Heavy Equipment Operator

NPL Construction Company
03.2014 - 01.2017

High School Diploma -

Wheeling Park High School
Colton Link