Daniel Lester
Lucedale,MS
Summary
Detail-oriented superintendent known for site safety compliance and exceptional problem-solving skills. Proven ability to oversee heavy lift operations and coordinate multi-phase construction projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
superintendant
specialty welding and turnaround services
Gonzales, Louisiana
03.2014 - 03.2024
- Facilitated regular meetings with contractors and subcontractors to review progress and resolve issues.
- Oversaw employee productivity to ensure efficient utilization of materials and equipment.
- Actively participated in project meetings to track progress and align objectives.
- Worked in Martinez California 2019-2023 as superintendent over renewable fuels revamp project overseeing three phases of construction including civil ,structural,mechanical,and piping made numerous heavy lifts over 100,000 lbs. including one vessel at 400,000 and one at 1 million lbs.
Coordinator
Taylor Construction Services
Texas City, Texas
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Managed communication between clients, contractors, and vendors.
- Mechanical and piping coordinator over Reactor and Reactor heavy piping.
General Foreman
Performance Contracting
Pascagoula, Mississippi
04.2013 - 06.2013
- Resolved on-site issues promptly to minimize disruptions in workflow.
- Communicated regularly with team members about changes in scope or schedule.
- Installed new drilling system in coker derrick at elevations of 300 ft.
- Installed delta valves weighing 40,000 lbs. with cantilever beam on top of coke drum at elevations of 250 ft.
Foreman
Performance Contracting
Pascagoula, Mississippi
03.2011 - 01.2013
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Worked several small and large capital jobs over mechanical, piping and rigging.
Advanced Rigger
Performance Contracting
Pascagoula, Mississippi
01.2008 - 05.2011
- Operated rigging equipment to safely lift and move heavy materials.
- Inspected rigging gear for safety compliance and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute rigging operations.
- Developed safe working procedures when handling heavy loads and materials.
- Nccer plus certified
- Osha 30 hr. course
Education
GED -
Mary G Montgomery
Mobile, AL11-1996
Skills
- Critical path analysis
- Site safety compliance
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Rigging supervision
Timeline
Coordinator
Taylor Construction Services
01.2017 - 01.2018
superintendant
specialty welding and turnaround services
03.2014 - 03.2024
General Foreman
Performance Contracting
04.2013 - 06.2013
Foreman
Performance Contracting
03.2011 - 01.2013
Advanced Rigger
Performance Contracting
01.2008 - 05.2011
GED -
Mary G Montgomery