John Mehmen
Princeton,TX
Summary
Attentive General Foreman with expertise in coordinating supplies, understanding project requirements and training new team members. Hardworking and reliable problem-solver with good organizational and communication abilities. Productive individual well-versed in placing material orders and inspecting completed work.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Foreman
Primoris T&D
01.2022 - 04.2024
- 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 walkthrough at job sites to close out projects.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
- 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.
- Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
General Foreman
MasTec
04.2012 - 01.2022
- 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 walkthrough at job sites to close out projects.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing a team of skilled workers.
- 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.
- Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments before commencing projects, identifying potential challenges and developing contingency plans accordingly.
- Assigned daily duties to each employee based upon individual strengths, effectively completing [Number]% of roofing jobs on time.
- Established open lines of communication with clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns promptly.
- Mentored junior team members in the development of their skills, providing guidance and support that facilitated career advancement opportunities.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards during the execution of assigned tasks, mitigating potential legal issues or penalties.
- Planned each job with appropriate safety measures, addressing weight limits and fall protection.
- Adhered to US Occupational Health and Safety Administration mandates requiring use of gloves and insulating blankets for installation of high-voltage equipment.
- Optimized resource allocation for increased productivity by closely monitoring project progress and adjusting schedules as needed.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Conducted monthly meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
Electrical General Foreman
Canfer
05.2009 - 04.2012
- Delivered successful projects on time and within budget through diligent planning, coordination, and execution of tasks.
- Enhanced team productivity through consistent communication, organization of tasks, and effective time management.
- Optimized resource allocation for projects by proactively identifying needs and adjusting priorities accordingly.
- Increased team cohesion by fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration, feedback, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Ensured safety standards compliance by conducting regular job site inspections and addressing potential hazards.
- Conducted thorough quality control inspections to guarantee adherence to specifications, codes, and client requirements.
- Evaluated job site and project specifications to determine supply needs, coordinating availability of equipment and materials.
- Monitored employees to enforce safety and work performance standards.
- Prioritized and distributed work assignments, selecting employees by strength in skills required for each task.
- Planned, assigned, scheduled and supervised work of power linesmen, electricians and other assisting personnel.
- Facilitated work site safety by applying knowledge of safety protocol and awareness of potential hazards.
Foreman
Matec In America
03.1993 - 04.2009
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Addressed issues with employees and customers to manage healthy conflict resolutions.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School
Princeton, TX05.1984
Skills
- Leading teams
- Equipment Operation
- Supervisory skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Coordinating tasks
- Crew Management
- Safety enforcement
- Daily Planning
- Team Supervision
- Site Inspections
- Crew oversight
- Hour Tracking
- Safety practices
Certification
Texas A&M underground trouble shooting and operations
CEF Supervisory Four "M"
OSHA 10
OSHA 20
OSHA 30
Timeline
General Foreman
Primoris T&D
01.2022 - 04.2024
General Foreman
MasTec
04.2012 - 01.2022
Electrical General Foreman
Canfer
05.2009 - 04.2012
Foreman
Matec In America
03.1993 - 04.2009
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School