James Sargent
New Palestine
Summary
Results-driven General Foreman with expertise in safety enforcement, team leadership, and site inspections. Proven track record of enhancing job site safety and coordinating effective task schedules. I have been over small to Large projects, to list a few, Lucas Oil, Cummins, Kentucky Convention Center, and most recent IU Health towers downtown Indianapolis until I retired.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
General Foreman
Performance Contracting
2012.10 - Current
- Supervised daily operations ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project timelines.
- Coordinated workforce schedules optimizing labor efficiency across multiple projects.
- Conducted regular site inspections identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective measures.
- Mentored junior foremen enhancing team skills and improving overall performance.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments before commencing projects, identifying potential challenges and developing contingency plans accordingly.
- Contributed to company growth by consistently delivering exceptional results, leading to repeat business opportunities from satisfied clients.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
Foreman
Perry Acoustics
2008.04 - 2012.10
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Coordinated project schedules, optimizing workflow and resource allocation for timely completion.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment operation and best practices for efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements, reducing waste and enhancing production effectiveness.
General Foreman
Gibson and Lewis
1993.02 - 2007.02
- Managed communication between project stakeholders facilitating timely information exchange.
- Implemented process improvements reducing downtime and increasing productivity on job sites.
- Trained staff on equipment operation ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- Developed project plans aligning resources with operational demands to meet client expectations.
- 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.
- Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
Education
Associate of Science - Applied Science of Carpentry
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN1996-05
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Leading teams
- Supervisory skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Coordinating tasks
- Crew management
- Safety enforcement
- Daily planning
- Site inspections
- Team supervision
Voted Foreman of the year 2024 and 2025
Every year at saftey fest everyone gets to vote for the foreman of the year and I won two years in a row 2024 and 2025.
Timeline
General Foreman
Performance Contracting
2012.10 - Current
Foreman
Perry Acoustics
2008.04 - 2012.10
General Foreman
Gibson and Lewis
1993.02 - 2007.02
Associate of Science - Applied Science of Carpentry
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana