GARTH PALMER
15 GREENWOOD DRIVE, HAVEBDALE, KINGSTON 19
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Site Supervisor
WRIGHTCON BUILDING SERVICES
01.2019 - Current
- Coordinated crew and subcontractor work activities and materials acquisition and maintenance.
- Read plans and blueprints and communicated to workers.
- Scheduled labor, ordered materials and coordinated with other contractors to complete projects.
- Enhanced client satisfaction, accurately interpreting blueprints and specifications to deliver high-quality results.
Construction Site Supervisor
BRUCE ENGLISH AND ASSOCIATES
02.2016 - 08.2018
- Coordinated crew and subcontractor work activities and materials acquisition and maintenance.
- Read plans and blueprints and communicated to workers.
- Scheduled labor, ordered materials and coordinated with other contractors to complete projects.
- Enhanced client satisfaction, accurately interpreting blueprints and specifications to deliver high-quality results.
- Managed subcontractor personnel activity and team resources to meet all project requirements.
- Conducted thorough quality assurance checks on completed work to guarantee adherence to industry standards and client expectations.
- Managed resources efficiently during multiple concurrent projects without sacrificing attention to detail or site safety standards.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Actively communicated with crew and responded effectively to all questions, helping to build positive working environment for all.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
Supervisor & Store Keeper
PRIME DEVELOPMENT LIMITED
02.2006 - 11.2015
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
- Reduced conflict incidents significantly, fostering cohesive team environment through effective conflict resolution strategies.
- Facilitated seamless communication between departments, ensuring that all teams were aligned with company goals.
- Optimized scheduling to ensure full coverage during peak hours without overstaffing, balancing customer service with cost efficiency.
Store Supervisor
TRU-JUICE CITRUS
07.2004 - 01.2006
- Supervised daily operations by directing customer service, inventory and sales operations.
- Maintained high standards of store appearance by enforcing cleanliness guidelines, organizing merchandise displays, and scheduling routine maintenance tasks.
- Conducted inventory analysis to determine optimal stock levels.
- Supervised daily store activities to ensure smooth operations, proper staffing levels, and adequate inventory control.
- Supervised associates by providing direction and instruction for stocking shelves, rotating stock, and receiving deliveries.
- Answered product questions and assisted customers in selection and checkout.
- Enhanced customer experience through attentive service and prompt resolution of issues.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Managed supply chain by ordering products from suppliers, negotiating prices and requiring on-time delivery.
- Improved store efficiency by implementing effective inventory management and product merchandising techniques.
- Developed a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, providing regular feedback, and acknowledging employee accomplishments.
- Increased customer loyalty with exceptional service quality, addressing concerns promptly, and offering personalized solutions when appropriate.
Steel Supervisor
RICHARD AND RICHARD CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
02.2000 - 11.2001
- Completed projects in a timely manner with efficient use of time management skills and prioritization of tasks.
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular inspections and preventative maintenance practices, reducing repair costs and downtime.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by effectively communicating project updates and changes in a professional manner.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and specifications for structural steel fabrication.
- Ensured accurate measurements using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, protractors, squares, rulers, layout tools for precision steel fabrication work.
- Increased workshop organization by maintaining clean work areas free from hazards while consistently adhering to safety protocols.
- Altered and trimmed existing metal fabrications to meet size and position requirements.
- Increased customer satisfaction through precise fabrication of custom steel components according to client specifications.
Printing Machine Operator
Letts Printing Services
03.1999 - 01.2000
- Optimized production schedules by accurately estimating job completion times based on machine capabilities and workload demands.
- Assisted in reducing waste materials by monitoring ink usage and adjusting machine settings accordingly.
- Participated in ongoing professional development initiatives, staying informed about industry trends and advances in printing technology applications.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe and productive work environment, adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Provided valuable input during team meetings regarding resource allocation strategies aimed at maximizing operational efficiency across various print jobs without compromising quality standards or deadlines.
- Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
Education
No Degree - High School
DeCarteret College High School
2 Woodlawn Road, Mandeville, Manchester, JamaicaCertificate Of Course Completion - Masonry, Building Construction, Painting
Portmore Heart Academy
Waterford, Portmore, St. Catherine08.2000
High School Diploma -
Bellefield Comprehensive High School
Williamsfield, Jamaica06.1999
Skills
- Construction management
- Subcontractor Management
- Budgeting and Estimating
- Blueprint Reading
- Written and verbal communication
- Inspection principles
- Estimating
- Excavation and Grading
- Building, demolition, and renovation
- Scheduling and Coordination
- Materials Procurement
- Site Safety Management
- Labor Management
- Masonry and Carpentry
- Plumbing and Electrical Systems
- Traffic Control
- Site safety inspections
- Construction Planning
- Management
- Heavy Equipment Operation
Timeline
Construction Site Supervisor
WRIGHTCON BUILDING SERVICES
01.2019 - Current
Construction Site Supervisor
BRUCE ENGLISH AND ASSOCIATES
02.2016 - 08.2018
Supervisor & Store Keeper
PRIME DEVELOPMENT LIMITED
02.2006 - 11.2015
Store Supervisor
TRU-JUICE CITRUS
07.2004 - 01.2006
Steel Supervisor
RICHARD AND RICHARD CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
02.2000 - 11.2001
Printing Machine Operator
Letts Printing Services
03.1999 - 01.2000
No Degree - High School
DeCarteret College High School
Certificate Of Course Completion - Masonry, Building Construction, Painting
Portmore Heart Academy
High School Diploma -
Bellefield Comprehensive High School
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