Derrick Haig
Hayward,CA
Summary
Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with 15 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills. Eager to secure entry-level Superintendent position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpentry General Foreman
Standard Drywall Inc
San Jose, CA
02.2022 - 04.2024
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Worked alongside teams to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Collaborated with subcontractors for seamless coordination of work scopes, ensuring smooth project execution from start to finish.
- Managed multiple crews and other foreman up to 70 employees.
- Kept team properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
- Prepared daily time cards and assisted in preparation of estimates and scope of work statements.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
- Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
Carpenter Foreman
Standard Drywall Inc
Menlo Park, CA
06.2019 - 01.2022
- Mentored junior carpenters to develop their skills, ensuring a well-trained workforce for future projects.
- Increased project efficiency by delegating tasks and supervising a team of carpenters and tapers.
- Ensured compliance with building codes by thoroughly reviewing design plans before commencing construction tasks.
- Ran crews up to 30 employees.
- Reduced material waste by implementing accurate measurements, cutting techniques, and proper storage practices.
- Contributed to the company''s reputation for excellence through consistent high-quality workmanship on all assigned projects.
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
Carpenter Journeyman Leadman
Standard Drywall Inc
San Francisco, CA
09.2014 - 05.2019
- Lead workers of small multiple crews up to 10 employees.
- Improved safety standards in the workplace by conducting regular inspections and enforcing proper handling procedures.
- Enhanced project efficiency by coordinating tasks and allocating resources among team members.
- Minimized downtime by performing routine maintenance on tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance at all times.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Maintained high-quality craftsmanship in all projects by closely monitoring work progress and addressing issues promptly.
- Mentored junior carpenters, fostering professional growth and skill development within the team.
Carpenter Apprentice
Standard Drywall Inc
Los Angeles, CA
07.2010 - 09.2014
- Always head apprentice and lead other apprentices in succeeding tasks in a timey manner.
- Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
- Utilized hand tools such as hammers, chisels, levels, squares, and measuring tapes to complete tasks with precision and efficiency.
- Collaborated with experienced carpenters to improve skillset through hands-on training and mentorship opportunities.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Gained valuable education in residential and commercial building codes.
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
- Maintained organized tool inventory, ensuring quick access to necessary equipment during time-sensitive tasks.
- Strengthened communication skills through daily interaction with clients, architects, suppliers, subcontractors, and other team members on various projects.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Supported team members with efficient material handling, ensuring timely availability of required supplies for each task.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality craftsmanship by following blueprints and specifications accurately during each phase of construction.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Construction Management
Mt San Jacinto College
San Jacinto, CASkills
- Structural Framing
- Workplace Safety
- Drywall Installation
- Job site maintenance
- Conflict Resolution
- Schedule Management
- Project Planning
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
- Team Leadership
- Worker Supervision
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Construction management
- Building codes knowledge
- Hand and power tools
- Time and material estimates
- Blueprint Reading
- OSHA Compliance
- Quality Assurance
Additional Information
Just about 30 commercial projects of experience throughout California including schools, airports, courthouses, hospitals, stadiums, hotels and more.
- San Francisco International and Domestic Airport
- Chase Center Arena, San Francisco
- Golden 1 Center Arena, Sacramento
- Sutter Health Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
- Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse, Long Beach
- Apple Park, Cupertino
- Apple Infinite Loop 1 Lobby Refresh, Cupertino
- Applied Materials Building 50 First Floor, Santa Clara
- Moscone Center, San Francisco
- Kaiser Permanente, Dublin
- Kaiser Permanente Skyport, San Jose
- Mission College, Santa Clara
- Maple Street Correctional Center, Redwood City
- Hayward High School S.T.E.A.M. Building
- Tennyson High School S.T.E.A.M. Building
- Universal Studios Hollywood Despicable Me Ride
- Los Medanos College, Brentwood
- Linda Esperanza Marquez High School, Huntington Park
- Hawthorne High School, Hawthorne
- Hard Rock Live, Sacramento
- Citizen M Hotel, Menlo Park
- Metropolis Hotel, Los Angeles
- Oceanwide Plaza, Los Angeles
- Sutter Samaritan Surgery Center, Los Gatos
- Soft Bank Group US Inc, Menlo Park
- Silver Towers Condominium, San Jose
- Irvine Spectrum Parking Garage, Irvine
- Gilead Sciences Parking Garage, Foster City
- Jordan High School, Long Beach
Timeline
Carpentry General Foreman
Standard Drywall Inc
02.2022 - 04.2024
Carpenter Foreman
Standard Drywall Inc
06.2019 - 01.2022
Carpenter Journeyman Leadman
Standard Drywall Inc
09.2014 - 05.2019
Carpenter Apprentice
Standard Drywall Inc
07.2010 - 09.2014
Associate Of Business Administration - Construction Management
Mt San Jacinto College