Erik Garcia
Corpus Christi
Summary
Detail-oriented Ironworker General Foreman experienced in coordinating large-scale construction projects from inception to completion. Ensured safety protocols and quality standards through effective leadership, team motivation, and clear communication. Committed to achieving project goals with strong skills in blueprint interpretation, structural assembly, and welding.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Ironworker
Turner Industries
Corpus Christi, TX
05.2026 - Current
- Conducted inspections of welds, connections, and components for compliance with specifications.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in steel assembly operations.
- Increased overall team competency by providing mentorship and guidance to apprentice ironworkers, sharing knowledge and expertise.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of unexpected challenges, employing creative problem-solving skills to devise effective solutions on the job site.
- Enhanced structural integrity by skillfully connecting and bolting iron components.
Journeyman Ironworker
Bay Ltd.
Ingleside, TX
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Fabricated and installed structural steel components for commercial and industrial projects.
- Operated cranes and hoisting equipment to position heavy materials safely and efficiently.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate execution of designs.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and maintain project timelines.
- Trained junior ironworkers on safety protocols and best practices in steel construction.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through precise cutting, fitting, and aligning of steel components.
Ironworker
Bechtel
Gregory, TX
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Supervised daily operations of ironworking crews, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project specifications.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation for multiple construction projects to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Mentored junior ironworkers, enhancing skill development and promoting a culture of safety and teamwork.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure structural integrity and compliance with industry standards.
- Established a system for tracking inventory levels of essential supplies to prevent shortages during crucial stages of projects.
- Managed daily operations on-site, including assigning tasks to crew members based on individual skill sets and expertise.
- Mentored junior ironworkers to develop their skills and knowledge in construction methods and techniques.
- Performed thorough inspections of completed worksites guaranteeing compliance requirements were met prior to turnover.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do the same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
- Prioritized safety across the job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites to identify potential hazards and enforce corrective actions promptly.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop timelines and assess progress against established milestones.
- Trained staff on advanced welding techniques and equipment operation, improving overall team competency.
General Contractor
E&A Construction
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2020 - 10.2024
- Managed daily business operations, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.
- Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
- Oversaw daily operations, coordinating team efforts to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Led project objectives by collaborating closely with clients to ensure requirements were met.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards throughout each project phase.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Established a reputation for delivering high-quality work consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations.
- Managed recruitment and supervision of subcontractors to ensure project requirements were fulfilled.
Structural Ironworker
Bechtel
Gregory, TX
05.2016 - 01.2020
- Reviewed architectural drawings and building blueprints to identify reinforcement requirements for structural integrity.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence by adhering to industry standards while erecting steel frameworks for various structures.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through precise cutting, fitting, and aligning of steel components.
- Examined architectural drawings and building blueprints to determine reinforcement requirements.
- Executed precise cutting, fitting, and aligning of steel components to uphold high-quality workmanship standards.
- Mentored and guided apprentice ironworkers to enhance team competency and share critical knowledge and expertise.
Structural Fitter
Kiewitt Offshore Services
Ingleside, TX
09.2014 - 05.2016
- Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics and technical documentation to obtain project instructions and completion requirements.
- Streamlined workflow processes through organized workspaces and maintained cleanliness, enhancing overall productivity.
- Assisted crane operators in rigging loads for transport, minimizing onsite disruptions.
- Coordinated permit acquisition and managed close-out paperwork to ensure compliance and project completion.
- Assisted crane operators in safely rigging loads for transport ensuring minimal disruptions onsite.
- Obtained permits, coordinated documents and managed close-out paperwork.
- Cut, measured, inspected blueprints, build areas and work orders.
Structural Fitter
Keppel Amfels
Brownsville, TX
01.2011 - 09.2014
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics and technical documentation to obtain project instructions and completion requirements.
- Adhered to safety protocols during operations to ensure a secure work environment. when torches, portapowers, and grinders, etc..
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
- Enhanced workplace safety by consistently adhering to strict guidelines and protocols during daily operations.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted, and installed piping and structural components according to blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
Surveyor
Keppel Amfels
Brownsville, TX
06.2006 - 01.2011
- Collaborated with engineers, architects, and construction professionals to ensure accurate information was incorporated into designs.
- Gathered, organized, and modeled data to create comprehensive reports and presentations.
- Achieved increased accuracy in measurements using robotic total stations for complex projects.
- Compiled measurement and marker data from plats and drawings using public records to determine geographical boundaries of land parcels and utility locations.
- Trained new team members on surveying techniques to enhance team capability and knowledge.
- Gathered, organized and modeled data for reports and presentations.
- Compiled measurement and marker data from plats and drawings to accurately determine geographical boundaries of land parcels and utility locations.
Education
No Degree - Kinesiology
UTB
Brownsville, TX01-2006
High School Diploma - undefined
James Pace High School
Brownsville, TX05-2004
Skills
- Steel erection
- Structural welding
- Stud welding
- Scheduling
- Staff leadership
- Customer relations
- Cost Assessment
- Blueprint Reading
- Worksite safety
- Crew management
- Construction Site Management
- Project Management
- Project scheduling
- Managing materials
- Bid estimation
- Change Orders
- Crew oversight
- Subcontractor supervision
- Materials Management
- Team collaboration
- Customer Relations
- Hand tools
- Site supervision
- Project scheduling
- Interpersonal Communication
Certification
NCCER Structural Ironworker
LANGUAGES
English - Native or Bilingual
Spanish - Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Journeyman Ironworker
Turner Industries
05.2026 - Current
Journeyman Ironworker
Bay Ltd.
01.2026 - 05.2026
Ironworker
Bechtel
10.2024 - 11.2025
General Contractor
E&A Construction
01.2020 - 10.2024
Structural Ironworker
Bechtel
05.2016 - 01.2020
Structural Fitter
Kiewitt Offshore Services
09.2014 - 05.2016
Structural Fitter
Keppel Amfels
01.2011 - 09.2014
Surveyor
Keppel Amfels
06.2006 - 01.2011
High School Diploma - undefined
James Pace High School
No Degree - Kinesiology
UTB