Cory Wilson
Rockport,TX
Summary
Accomplished General Foreman at Kiewit Offshore Services with expertise in equipment operation and team leadership. Enhanced project efficiency by optimizing workflows and reducing material waste. Proven ability to enforce safety protocols and foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring high-quality outcomes and timely project completion.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Experienced rigging professional skilled in overseeing complex lifting operations with strong emphasis on safety and efficiency. Adept at coordinating team efforts to achieve project goals, adapting to changing circumstances, and ensuring reliable execution. Expertise in load calculations, equipment maintenance, and adhering to regulatory standards. Known for effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and strong leadership in high-pressure environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Foreman
Kiewitt Offshore Services
07.2016 - 06.2026
- Supervised daily operations to ensure adherence to safety standards and project timelines.
- Coordinated activities between multiple trades, enhancing workflow efficiency on job site.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new crew members, improving performance consistency.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and materials, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Led weekly safety briefings to promote awareness and reduce workplace incidents among team members.
- Collaborated with project managers to adjust schedules based on project needs and resource availability.
- Mentored junior foremen in best practices, fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability on site.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Analyzed productivity metrics to identify areas for process improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Collaborated with subcontractors for seamless coordination of work scopes, ensuring smooth project execution from start to finish.
- 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.
- Established open lines of communication with clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns promptly.
- Prepared daily time cards and assisted in preparation of estimates and scope of work statements.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Supervised rigging operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Coordinated crew activities, optimizing workflow and minimizing downtime during projects.
- Conducted regular inspections of rigging equipment, maintaining high operational efficiency and safety protocols.
- Mentored junior riggers, enhancing skill development and safety awareness among team members.
- Collaborated with project managers to plan and execute complex lifting operations effectively.
- Developed and implemented training programs for safe rigging practices to improve team performance.
- Evaluated rigging techniques, identifying areas for process improvement to enhance overall productivity and safety.
- Delivered high-quality results consistently by adhering to industry best practices during all phases of the rigging process.
- Increased team morale by promoting a positive work environment and recognizing individual achievements.
- Achieved accident-free projects through strict adherence to safety guidelines and fostered a culture of safety awareness among the crew members.
Rigging Foreman
Bechtel
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Supervised rigging operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Coordinated daily activities of rigging crew to optimize workflow and efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior riggers on best practices and safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented rigging plans, improving project execution timelines.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex rigging challenges on-site.
- Conducted inspections of equipment to ensure operational readiness and reliability.
- Ensured adherence to industry standards, facilitating a safe working environment for all crew members.
- Provided expert guidance on selecting appropriate gear and equipment for specific tasks, ensuring optimal performance of the entire rigging operation.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular training sessions and sharing best practices in rigging operations.
- Implemented quality control measures throughout the rigging process, resulting in consistent high-quality outcomes.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the rigging team, encouraging open discussion of challenges and exploring innovative solutions to enhance overall performance.
- Built strong relationships with clients through professional communication, instilling confidence in our ability to meet their expectations consistently.
- Maintained accurate documentation of rigging activities, contributing to better project management and record-keeping efforts.
- Streamlined processes by establishing clear roles and responsibilities within the rigging team.
- Improved overall rigging safety by conducting thorough inspections and implementing robust maintenance procedures.
- Reduced downtime through proactive equipment maintenance and ensuring availability of spare parts.
Structural Fitter
Industrial Fabricators
08.2013 - 03.2015
- Led team members in troubleshooting fabrication issues, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that reduced material waste by optimizing usage.
- Collaborated with project managers to adjust schedules and resources for timely project completion.
- Reviewed work orders to accurately prepare inventories of materials, equipment, and tools.
- Upheld industry standards while working at heights or confined spaces using appropriate fall protection measures.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by aligning structural components according to precise measurements and specifications.
- Tacked weld clips and brackets in place for permanent welding.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working across diverse industries such as commercial construction, shipbuilding, oil refineries, power plants with consistent attention to detail.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects within tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality results.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Maintained quality control with thorough inspections of welded joints and structural connections.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
- Corresponded with supervisor to identify and carry out projects, implementing repairs, expansions and new installations according to customer requirements.
- Fabricated and installed various types of supports for piping systems and implemented proper hanger spacing.
- Fabricated pipe spools for butt weld, socket weld and threaded systems utilizing proper fit up techniques such as root openings on butt weld fittings and set back on socket weld fittings.
- Fabricated and assembled structural components according to engineering specifications.
- Straightened warped or bent parts using sledges, hand torches, or bulldozers.
- Utilized welding equipment to join metal parts, maintaining high-quality standards.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate measurements and alignment during installation.
- Lifted or moved materials and finished products using large cranes.
- Enhanced project efficiency by fabricating and assembling steel structures according to specified plans.
- Assisted crane operators in safely rigging loads for transport ensuring minimal disruptions onsite.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics and technical documentation to obtain project instructions and completion requirements.
- Recorded center to center measurements of area requiring field run systems and fabricated system based on measurements taken, applying specialized fit up techniques as appropriate.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Worked with presses, saws and drills to manipulate metal components for structural fabrication.
- Operated welding equipment to assemble and repair metal structures and elements.
- Altered and trimmed existing metal fabrications to meet size and position requirements.
Structural Fitter
State Service Inc.
07.2011 - 03.2013
- Fabricated and assembled structural components according to engineering specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate measurements and alignment during installation.
- Utilized welding equipment to join metal parts, maintaining high-quality standards.
- Conducted inspections of completed structures to verify compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained junior fitters on best practices for assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics and technical documentation to obtain project instructions and completion requirements.
- Improved structural integrity by accurately reading and interpreting blueprints for various projects.
- Obtained permits, coordinated documents and managed close-out paperwork.
- Enhanced project efficiency by fabricating and assembling steel structures according to specified plans.
- Assisted crane operators in safely rigging loads for transport ensuring minimal disruptions onsite.
- Followed safety protocols when using nail guns, saws, and grinders.
- Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
- Resolved issues by effectively communicating with engineers to clarify design specifications when needed.
- Increased project completion rate by effectively prioritizing and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ensured safety compliance by following strict welding procedures and wearing proper personal protective equipment during tasks.
- Operated [Number]-ton overhead crane to insert plates and parts.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Recorded center to center measurements of area requiring field run systems and fabricated system based on measurements taken, applying specialized fit up techniques as appropriate.
- Altered and trimmed existing metal fabrications to meet size and position requirements.
- Operated welding equipment to assemble and repair metal structures and elements.
- Worked with presses, saws and drills to manipulate metal components for structural fabrication.
Education
Advanced Rigger -
Safety Council
Port Lavaca Texas09-2024
High School Diploma -
Rockport-Fulton High School
Rockport, TX05-2010
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Leading teams
- Supervisory skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Coordinating tasks
- Crew management
- Team supervision
- Hand and power tools
- Timesheet management
- Project scheduling
- Heavy lifting
- Safety protocols
- Safety enforcement
- Daily planning
Certification
Advanced Rigger
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Rigging Foreman
Bechtel
09.2024 - 10.2024
General Foreman
Kiewitt Offshore Services
07.2016 - 06.2026
Structural Fitter
Industrial Fabricators
08.2013 - 03.2015
Structural Fitter
State Service Inc.
07.2011 - 03.2013
Advanced Rigger -
Safety Council
High School Diploma -
Rockport-Fulton High School