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David Cornish

Madera,CA

Summary

Civil Service Employee for the past 41yrs, currently with the City of Madera Engineering Division as a Construction
Inspector II , for past 2 years and the City of Fresno prior for 39 yrs as a Survey Party Chief in

Public Works, Construction Management Div. ,Specialty is in large scale construction projects, above ground and underground construction such as Water, Sewer Storm Line installation and layout, Very familiar with the practices and the professionalism required to be productive positive public service employee .

As a Construction Inspector II and Supervisor/Survey Party Chief ,22 yrs. 32 yrs Surveying

Civil Engineering Field Professional with strength in plan details, job specifications and budget costs. Always focused for the task at hand. Willfully sharing my years of team work concepts bringing all 32 years of field practice experience and knowledge to promote a safe healthy work environment.

Adept at working in busy, challenging settings.

Research in commercial, civil and utility surveying in the public Right of Way. Proven knowledge of local and regional regulations and applicable codes enabled achievement of desired results.

Expertise and strong attention to detail and delivering impressive results while resolving some of the most difficult project challenges. Excellent organizational and team-building skills leading to desirable outcomes.

Strong civil background and good project management skills. Collaborative with engineers, construction professionals, owners and department representatives. As a field Supervisor with talent for precision and professionalism. Strengths in plan examination and its attention to details. Hardworking and reliable employee. Supervision training with communication and employee development. Including Interviewing, Hiring, Evaluating, encouraging growth and advancement.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Inspector II

CITY OF MADERA
02.2022 - Current
  • Improved construction quality by conducting thorough inspections of building materials, methods, and structural integrity.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by maintaining accurate records of all inspection activities and findings.
  • Ensured compliance with local and federal building codes through diligent monitoring and enforcement of regulations.
  • Collaborated with construction teams to identify and resolve issues promptly, resulting in minimal delays and cost overruns.
  • Supported project completion within budget by tracking expenditures related to job site inspections.
  • Assisted project managers in developing comprehensive inspection schedules that aligned with overall project timelines.
  • Streamlined communication between contractors and architects by providing clear documentation of inspection results, including photographs when necessary.
  • Prevented costly rework or repair efforts by identifying non-compliant installations early in the construction process.
  • Contributed to a high rate of successful project completions by meticulously verifying adherence to approved plans and specifications.
  • Provided valuable support to junior inspectors by sharing knowledge and offering guidance, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized professional growth.
  • Developed strong working relationships with relevant agencies, facilitating timely permit issuance and other regulatory approvals required for project progress.

Survey Party Chief

City of Fresno
11.1984 - 03.2021
  • Scheduled personnel and equipment resources to best meet workloads and project deadlines.
  • Utilized AutoCAD 3D to prepare drawings and maps of properties.
  • Documented survey findings and prepared detailed reports and plats.
  • Determined boundaries using equipment and mathematical calculations. Performing field surveys with Trimble R10 GPS and S6 full robotic with TSC3 Data Collector, Trimble Digital level equipment
  • Requested and tracked utility locations for projects.
  • Delegated assignments and coordinated work of junior team members.
  • Researched land information, including deeds, plans and town assessor data, in addition to zoning and subdivision regulations.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Industrial And Civil Engineering Studies

Fresno City College
Fresno, CA

Skills

  • Hand sketching
  • Decision-making
  • Project planning
  • Multitasking
  • Project management
  • Technical Inspections
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem Solving
  • Report Writing
  • Construction Knowledge
  • Project Management
  • Adaptability
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Supervision and leadership

Timeline

Construction Inspector II

CITY OF MADERA
02.2022 - Current

Survey Party Chief

City of Fresno
11.1984 - 03.2021

Some College (No Degree) - Industrial And Civil Engineering Studies

Fresno City College
David Cornish