JOHN LATOUR
SUPERINTENDANT / SITE MANAGER
SPARTANBURG,SC
Summary
Seasoned Construction professional with exceptional leadership and project management skills. Competent in team, budget and schedule oversight. Develops scopes, checks field activities, and updates clients.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGER
GRAY CONSTRUCTION - MDI FOOD DISTRIBUTION
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Managed daily operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations on construction site.
- Coordinated schedules and managed site logistics to facilitate efficient workflow among team members & vendor.
- Reviewed, identified & corrected any discrepancies on project blueprints w/ all subcontractors' on-site foreman.
- Conducted daily inspections of the worksite to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions promptly.
- Supported the preparation of project documentation using Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Word for meeting invites, weekly coordination meeting minutes, scheduling and OAC reports.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
- Reduced safety incidents by conducting weekly safety meetings & regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Managed change orders effectively, minimizing disruptions to project timelines and ensuring client satisfaction through prompt resolution of issues.
CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGER
GRAY CONSTRUCTION - OTSUKA MANUFACTURING
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Managed all daily operations on construction site, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project specifications.
- Coordinated subcontractor activities and schedules to maintain project timelines and minimize delays.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and implemented corrective measures to enhance workplace safety.
- Managed materials procurement and inventory control, optimizing resource usage while reducing waste on projects.
- Managed all SWPPP scope on site - I was licensed in Georgia for this.
CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGER
GRAY CONSTRUCTION - JUSHI FIBERGLASS PLANT
12.2017 - 01.2020
- Oversaw daily operations on construction sites, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Coordinated schedules for subcontractors and tradespeople, optimizing workflow and resource allocation.
- Managed project schedules with fellow team on site, identifying potential delays and implementing corrective actions to maintain progress.
- Conducted daily site inspections to monitor work quality, safety practices, and adherence to project specifications.
- Worked with inspectors from Richland county S.C throughout the greenfield build. Procured the Certificate of occupancy for Jushi and Gray.
Site Superintendent
GRAY CONSTRUCTION - KRAFT HEINZ
03.2016 - 10.2017
- Managed daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards through good communication and good internal management from the start and set a good culture.
- Coordinated subcontractor activities, facilitating effective communication and alignment with project timelines and specifications.
- Managed project schedules, allocating resources efficiently to meet deadlines and optimize workflow on-site.
- Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions to maintain a safe work environment.
- Completed audits on all work/tasks going in place showing progress, quality control and deficiency's found.
Education
High School Diploma -
BURRILLVILLE HIGH
RHODE ISLANDSkills
Project construction planning
Workforce management
Site safety oversight
Site inspections
Materials procurement
Accomplishments
RECEIVED JOB OF THE YEAR ON MULTIPLE JOBS FOR GRAY CONSTRUCTION
- KRAFT HEINZ 2016 - 2017 - 120 MILLION CONTRACT
- JUSHI USA FIBERGLASS PLANT 2017 -2019 - 220 MILLION CONTRACT.
Certification
OSHA 30, AERIAL LIFTS, SCISSOR LIFTS, FORKLIFTS & HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
AWARDS
- RECEIVED AWARD FROM GRAY CONSTRUCTION FOR OTSUKA FACILITY - ZERO SAFETY INCIDENTS FOR DURATION OF JOB.
- RECEIVED AWARD FROM GRAY CONSTRUCTION ON PROJECT FORGE SITE - ZERO SAFETY INCIDENTS FOR DURATION OF JOB.
Timeline
CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGER
GRAY CONSTRUCTION - MDI FOOD DISTRIBUTION
01.2022 - 12.2024
CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGER
GRAY CONSTRUCTION - OTSUKA MANUFACTURING
03.2020 - 11.2021
CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGER
GRAY CONSTRUCTION - JUSHI FIBERGLASS PLANT
12.2017 - 01.2020
Site Superintendent
GRAY CONSTRUCTION - KRAFT HEINZ
03.2016 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
BURRILLVILLE HIGH