James O'Bryant
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Proficient Construction Foreman known for strong leadership and customer relations skills. Experienced in overseeing daily operations, optimizing resource allocation, and implementing safety protocols to ensure project success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Foreman
Dancar Industrial Group
Dallas, TX
01.2013 - 03.2026
- Supervised daily construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project specifications.
- Coordinated workflow among trades and subcontractors to optimize project timelines and resource allocation.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in construction techniques and safety procedures.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential risks and implement corrective measures promptly.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency on job sites.
- Streamlined communication between stakeholders to facilitate smoother project execution and resolve issues swiftly.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical malfunctions using testing equipment.
- Collaborated with construction teams to integrate electrical systems into new builds.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and national electrical codes during installations.
- Conducted inspections of electrical systems to identify potential hazards or inefficiencies.
- Experience with material Handling equipment, vacuum pumps, resin receivers, dryers, drying hoppers material handling controls, installing 120v and 480v systems and 24vdc systems,
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills in coordinating multiple subcontractors to ensure seamless integration within overall project timelines.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and other construction professionals to ensure smooth project execution.
- Installed and maintained industrial electrical systems and machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical issues, minimizing downtime and improving operational efficiency.
- Installed, maintained and repaired electrical wiring, controls and lighting systems.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Repaired and replaced equipment, electrical wiring and fixtures.
Apprentice Electrician
Jbielectric
Fort Worth, TX
03.2012 - 01.2013
- Assisted with wiring, circuit installation, and panel upgrades to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Acquired valuable hands-on experience with various types of wiring systems by assisting experienced electricians in diverse installation projects.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
- Repaired systems, replaced malfunctioning parts, and supported electrical installations.
Apprentice Electrician
IES Communications
Grapevine, TX
09.2008 - 03.2012
- Trained new apprentices on safety protocols, tools usage, and best practices for electrical installations.
- Developed expertise in troubleshooting common electrical issues, facilitating quicker solutions to resolve customer concerns.
- Identified and studied electrical problems to determine correct solutions.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability.
- Participated in safety training programs, promoting a culture of workplace safety among peers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burleson High School
Burleson, TX05-2000
Skills
- Managing materials
- Worksite safety
- Crew oversight
- Project management
- Valid [state] license
- Site coordination
- Customer relations
- OSHA trained
- Quality controls
Timeline
Construction Foreman
Dancar Industrial Group
01.2013 - 03.2026
Apprentice Electrician
Jbielectric
03.2012 - 01.2013
Apprentice Electrician
IES Communications
09.2008 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Burleson High School