Daniel Zukowski
Barkhamsted
Summary
Dynamic Foreman with a proven track record at Giving Gardens & Landscapes, excelling in crew leadership and quality control. Enhanced team productivity through effective communication and process improvements, achieving timely project completions. Skilled in equipment operation and dedicated to maintaining workplace safety, fostering a collaborative environment for optimal results.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Giving Gardens & Landscapes
04.2021 - Current
- Supervised daily landscaping operations, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
- Coordinated team activities to optimize workflow efficiency and maintain safety protocols on job sites.
- Trained new employees in equipment usage, safety practices, and landscape maintenance techniques.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials, ensuring availability for ongoing projects and minimizing delays.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced team productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring compliance with client specifications and industry standards.
- Developed site plans in collaboration with clients, translating vision into actionable landscaping designs.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment by promoting open communication and problem-solving strategies among crew members.
- 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.
- 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.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
- Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Raised overall crew proficiency with ongoing skill development initiatives targeting areas identified for improvement.
- Provided comprehensive training for new employees, ensuring their rapid integration into the team dynamic.
- Successfully mitigated risks associated with complex projects by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing appropriate contingency plans.
Laborer
Hemlock Construction Co.llc
04.2012 - 12.2020
- Supervised daily landscaping operations, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
- Coordinated team activities to optimize workflow efficiency and maintain safety protocols on job sites.
- Trained new employees in equipment usage, safety practices, and landscape maintenance techniques.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials, ensuring availability for ongoing projects and minimizing delays.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced team productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring compliance with client specifications and industry standards.
- Developed site plans in collaboration with clients, translating vision into actionable landscaping designs.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment by promoting open communication and problem-solving strategies among crew members.
- 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.
- 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.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
- Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Raised overall crew proficiency with ongoing skill development initiatives targeting areas identified for improvement.
- Provided comprehensive training for new employees, ensuring their rapid integration into the team dynamic.
- Successfully mitigated risks associated with complex projects by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing appropriate contingency plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Simsbury Highscool
Simsbury, CT2012
Skills
- Crew leadership
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Dedicated work ethic
- Workplace safety
- Equipment operation
- Quality control
- Construction vehicles operation
Timeline
Foreman
Giving Gardens & Landscapes
04.2021 - Current
Laborer
Hemlock Construction Co.llc
04.2012 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Simsbury Highscool