Damian Barger
Fond Du Lac,WI
Summary
Proven leader and effective communicator, demonstrated through successful project completions at Tesla and the US Navy, enhancing workplace safety and adhering to OSHA compliance. Skilled in construction vehicle operation and crew leadership, I saved the military over $2 million, showcasing a dedicated work ethic and critical thinking in high-stakes environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forman
Worley
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Delegates task to 10 operators and 5 spotters.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
Project Manager Intern/ Forman/ General Forman
Tesla
09.2019 - 04.2022
- Shadowed a Project Manager and a Project Engineer for a year while also being a forman to 35 operators/laborers.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Learned how to budget, use bluebeam, delegate work, how to speak with the customers.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- 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.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Used multiple pieces of equipment to complete the job.
- Safely operator a motograde/dozer to finish pads and roads with and without GPS.
- Safely operator excavate for sewage, fiber, and water lines. Also Loads truck with extra material.
EO
Us Navy
02.2014 - 09.2019
- Started as E3 getting to my first command as a equipment operator.
- Operated all equipment safely and effectively.
- As i picked up rank I started to take on different leadership roles for state side and over seas projects.
- QA/QC to check the materials on a multi million dollar project.
- Ran a crew of sailors to make sure we stayed within budget on a project. We saved the military over 2 million dollars on that project.
- Took charge of a entire project reporting progress to my higher ups on a timeline of completion.
- When in charge of that project I was in charge of over 100 sailors on working to complete a 40,000 sq ft warehouse to store military vehicles and aircraft.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05.2019
Skills
- Crew Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Critical Thinking
- Workplace Safety
- OSHA Compliance
- Job Planning
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Employee Training
- Project Management
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Construction Vehicles Operation
Certification
- OSHA 10
- 1169
- CWI
- Hydro Sulfide Compliance
- Confined Space Entry
- Powered Industrial Services
- Adult First Aid/CPR AED
- IADC Rig Pass
Timeline
Forman
Worley
03.2022 - Current
Project Manager Intern/ Forman/ General Forman
Tesla
09.2019 - 04.2022
EO
Us Navy
02.2014 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
University of Southern Mississippi