James Burroughs
Dickson,TN
Summary
Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with 20 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
General Foreman
Maryland Electric
07.2020 - 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 walkthroughs 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.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Collaborated with subcontractors for seamless coordination of work scopes, ensuring smooth project execution from start to finish.
- Ordered necessary supplies and materials required for installation of new work and remodeling of existing systems.
- Liaised between field engineers and trade workers align construction projects with drawings and specifications.
- Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing a team of skilled workers.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
Electrical Foreman
Wolfe And Travis
03.2004 - 07.2020
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
- Evaluated job site and project specifications to determine supply needs, coordinating availability of equipment and materials.
- Supported company objectives by consistently meeting deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards in the process.
- Read complex schematics and blueprints to install and repair electrical systems.
- Provided technical guidance to employees on safe operation of equipment and tools.
- Ensured safety compliance by implementing and maintaining OSHA regulations throughout all work processes.
- Mentored junior electricians to develop their skills through hands-on training sessions and regular performance evaluations.
- Expedited issue resolution through effective troubleshooting techniques applied to complex electrical problems encountered during projects.
- Minimized errors with thorough review of blueprints, schematics, and project specifications before commencing work onsite.
- Oversaw installation, maintenance and repair of power lines, electrical systems, fixtures and appliances.
- Optimized resource management through effective procurement of materials and tools for crew members.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering high-quality electrical workmanship that met or exceeded industry standards.
- Trained and mentored subordinates on complex procedures and industry best practices.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement by staying updated on industry advancements and participating in relevant training programs.
Education
TRADE SCHOOL -
NEJATC
Nashville, TN05.2009
High School Diploma -
Dickson County High School
Dickson, TN05.2002
Skills
Equipment Operation
Verbal and written communication
Crew Management
Coordinating tasks
Job site maintenance
Safety enforcement
Daily Planning
Site Inspections
Crew oversight and leadership
Project planning and deadlines
Site coordination
Safety Protocols and Compliance
Supply Ordering
Blueprint Analysis
Hour Tracking
Documentation skills
Timeline
General Foreman
Maryland Electric
07.2020 - Current
Electrical Foreman
Wolfe And Travis
03.2004 - 07.2020
TRADE SCHOOL -
NEJATC
High School Diploma -
Dickson County High School