Jake Swanson
Champaign,IL
Summary
Hard working Individual with years of experience in the Construction Field.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimator
A&A Concrete LLC.
Urbana, IL
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Reviews and analyses plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, and other specialists throughout the duration of the project.
- Organized subcontractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Created a timeline for completing tasks related to the project.
- Monitored the progress of construction projects ensuring quality control standards were met.
Construction Foreman
Midwest Asphalt Company
Tilton, IL
11.2017 - 12.2021
- Performed carpentry duties such as measuring, cutting, fitting, nailing, fastening and installing materials according to instructions.
- Inspected job sites before beginning work to identify potential hazards or risks.
- Provided technical guidance to carpenters as needed, monitored progress of assigned projects and addressed any issues that arose.
- Developed strategies for efficient workflow throughout the duration of each project.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of a team of carpenters to ensure projects were completed in a timely manner.
- Ordered necessary materials for each job site based on project plans or specifications provided by clients.
- Maintained accurate documentation for all jobs, which included employee timesheets, accident reports, meetings with clients and material information.
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations to avoid on-the-job injuries and accidents.
- Managed scheduling of crews based on weather conditions and availability of materials and equipment.
- Adjusted mix designs when necessary due to varying environmental conditions or customer requests.
- Monitored the curing process of concrete to ensure proper strength was achieved before allowing access to the area.
- Assigned and supervised personnel to ensure tasks were completed efficiently.
- Analyzed blueprints and drawings for specific job requirements.
- Recommended changes in procedures or operational methods to improve efficiency.
Carpenter Foreman
River City Construction Co
Peoria, IL
02.2015 - 11.2017
- Interpreted blueprints or drawings for construction projects and ensured accuracy of measurements.
- Performed carpentry duties such as measuring, cutting, fitting, nailing, fastening and installing materials according to instructions.
- Followed safety procedures when working with hazardous materials such as cement mixes or adhesives.
- Assisted in the construction of concrete forms for various structures and projects.
- Worked closely with engineers, contractors, supervisors and foremen throughout the project duration.
- Placed anchor bolts into wet cement to secure structural members in place.
Carpenter
Ricchio Inc.
Gurnee, IL
03.2001 - 10.2014
- Began as Carpenter Apprentice, progressed to Project Manager.
- Skilled in the comprehensive construction of community aquatic centers.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and blueprints for workers in order to facilitate efficient completion of tasks.
- Provided guidance and direction to workers regarding proper installation techniques for various types of construction materials.
- Worked closely with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, owners representatives or others involved in the construction process as needed.
- Responded quickly when issues arose on-site by evaluating solutions that would minimize delays or additional expenses.
- Maintained written daily log of job site activities for permanent records.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Poured concrete foundations for structures such as buildings or bridges according to blueprints provided.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
Education
GED -
Rantoul High School
Rantoul, IL04-1994
Skills
- Construction management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Crew leadership
- Blueprint interpretation
- Project management
- Commercial and residential projects
- Schematics and blueprints
- Quality controls
- Specification reading
- OSHA trained
- Customer relations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Estimator
A&A Concrete LLC.
03.2022 - 10.2024
Construction Foreman
Midwest Asphalt Company
11.2017 - 12.2021
Carpenter Foreman
River City Construction Co
02.2015 - 11.2017
Carpenter
Ricchio Inc.
03.2001 - 10.2014
GED -
Rantoul High School