Gareth Fitzsimons
Oak Lawn,IL
Summary
I have been in the Construction Industry for 30+ years.
Having choose my career as a Carpenter and have been a member of the Carpenters Union since 2000.
I have worked in various different fields along the way from Interior/Exterior work, Concrete and most recently Job supervision and Site Management.
I am experienced with coordinating and supervising construction activities on-site. Utilizing leadership skills to ensure project timelines and quality standards are met.
Knowledgeable and well versed in leading crews and contractors to complete Jobs in a timely and safe manner.
Some of the Projects I have worked on, led and Supervised over the years include multiple High-rise buildings in and around Chicago, Wrigley Field Development. Zurich Insurance Project, Schaumburg.
Amazon Warehouses in Spokane,Washington.
A number of Microsoft Data Centers in Quincey, Washington and also in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
General Foreman
WE O'Neill
11.2023 - Current
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Completed final walkthrough at job sites to close out projects.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing a team of skilled workers.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Assigned daily duties to each employee based upon individual strengths.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
Superintendent
Concrete Strategies
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Set schedules along with Project team and other Trades
- Lead daily meetings to ensure at hand tasks are being completed and worked on 2 & 4 week look ahead schedules
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
- Coordinated pre-construction activities such as site assessments, permitting procedures, and material procurement to expedite the start of new projects effectively.
- Enhanced safety on job sites by conducting regular inspections and enforcing compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Coordinated required inspections with local jurisdictions to identify and quickly resolve any code concerns.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
Gereral Forman
Pepper Construction
06.2017 - 09.2021
- 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.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Gereral Forman
Concrete Strategies
04.2014 - 05.2017
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Attended daily Foreman's meeting to ensure scheduling goals are being met
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
De La Salle
Ireland06-1990
Skills
- Leading teams
- Supervisory skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Coordinating tasks
- Crew management
- Safety enforcement
- Daily planning
- Safety practices
- Crew leadership
- Site coordination
- Construction supervision
- Producing schedules
Timeline
General Foreman
WE O'Neill
11.2023 - Current
Superintendent
Concrete Strategies
09.2021 - 10.2023
Gereral Forman
Pepper Construction
06.2017 - 09.2021
Gereral Forman
Concrete Strategies
04.2014 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
De La Salle
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