James Edwards
Ringgold,GA
Summary
Project Manager with extensive experience in coordinating project schedules and overseeing workflow management. Demonstrated ability to conduct site inspections, identify issues, and implement corrective measures to ensure timely completion of tasks. Successfully managed resources and personnel during construction projects, fostering team collaboration and resolving conflicts to maintain productivity. Proven track record of implementing process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and uphold quality standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
James H Wright Construction Company
Ringgold, GA
03.2025 - Current
- Coordinated project schedules, resulting in timely completion of tasks and enhanced workflow management.
- Conducted regular site inspections to monitor progress, identify issues, and implement corrective measures
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations, leading to increased productivity and reduced waste.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
Project Manager
RENEW PROPERTY BUYERS
Rossville, GA
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Coordinated team members to ensure tasks were completed on time and within budget.
- Successfully managed projects with tight deadlines and limited resources.
- Resolved conflicts among team members by facilitating productive conversations.
- Developed detailed schedule for planning and tracking manpower, equipment, and work orders.
- Traveled to customer sites to keep projects on schedule while maintaining high quality.
Heavy Equipment Operator
WRIGHT BROTHERS
Charleston, TN
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Operated heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, backhoes and loaders to move earth and materials in construction projects.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper performance of the machine.
- Followed work instructions and communicated with supervisors to verify proper execution of job tasks.
- Performed routine maintenance on heavy equipment including lubricating parts, changing filters and refilling fluids.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when coordinating between ground crew members and supervisors.
- Utilized GPS systems to navigate and complete tasks efficiently.
Residential Construction Laborer
DMK CONSTRUCTION
Ringgold, GA
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Worked collaboratively with teams of other construction workers.
- Dug ditches and trenches, backfilled excavations, and compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Followed safety protocols at all times while working on the construction site.
- Lubricated, cleaned and repaired machinery, equipment, and tools.
- Used hand drill and saw machine to cut required measurements of materials.
- Maintained cleanliness of work site by removing debris and trash.
General Construction Worker
MART AND MACH CONSTRUCTION
Chattanooga, TN
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Performed carpentry work such as framing, drywall installation, and trimming; operated power tools and hand tools safely and efficiently.
- Repaired existing structures such as walls, roofs, decks, porches.
- Thoroughly complied with safety protocols and procedures related to construction work.
- Installed various types of fencing, including wood, metal, and vinyl fences.
- Successfully completed multiple jobs under tight deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
- Displayed strong attention to detail when measuring for precise cuts or alignment of posts, panels, gates.
- Collaborated with other crew members to complete tasks in an effective manner; worked both independently and as part of a team.
Mechanic
DOANE MOTORWERKS
Ringgold, GA
08.2017 - 10.2019
- Inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, transmissions, engines, and other parts of vehicles.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined the best course of action to repair vehicles.
- Repaired and replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
- Tested vehicle components to ensure they were in proper working order.
- Completed regular maintenance services on vehicles including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake repairs.
- Replaced spark plugs, filters, brakes pads and rotors as necessary for optimal operation.
- Ensured that the shop was kept clean and organized at all times by sweeping floors daily.
Skills
- Project Management
- Project Scheduling
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Effective Communication Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Maintain Safety
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Resource management
- Team coordination
- Conflict resolution
- GSWCC Level 1A
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Foreman
James H Wright Construction Company
03.2025 - Current
Project Manager
RENEW PROPERTY BUYERS
03.2024 - 03.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
WRIGHT BROTHERS
11.2022 - 03.2024
Residential Construction Laborer
DMK CONSTRUCTION
03.2021 - 11.2022
General Construction Worker
MART AND MACH CONSTRUCTION
10.2019 - 03.2021
Mechanic
DOANE MOTORWERKS
08.2017 - 10.2019