Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
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Joseph Sylvester

Stevens Institute of Technology
Parlin,NJ
34
years of professional experience

Accomplished Working Foreman known for enhancing workflows, blueprint interpretation skills, and team dynamics in construction environments, with more than 20 years of experience. Achieves project milestones and adheres to deadlines and quality standards.

Work History

Working Foreman

19 Years 2 Months
Stevens Institute of Technology | 12.2006 - 02.2026
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure project completion within established timelines.
  • Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize efficiency and resource allocation.
  • Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents and promoting a culture of safety.
  • Mentored junior staff, enhancing skill sets and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Backfilled all day to day operations of staff members when quota was not met.
  • Analyzed project progress and provided strategic recommendations for process improvements.
  • Facilitated training sessions on equipment usage and maintenance for new employees.
  • Managed inventory levels, ensuring availability of materials while minimizing waste.
  • Supervised maintenance and construction projects.
  • Enhanced safety compliance by conducting regular inspections and enforcing strict adherence to guidelines.

Carpentry Lead

14 Years 5 Months
Stevens Institute of Technology | 07.1992 - 12.2006
  • Supervised carpentry projects, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Mentored junior carpenters, enhancing skills in framing, installation, and finish work.
  • Coordinated project schedules, optimizing workflow and resource allocation for efficiency.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Earned a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship by consistently exceeding client expectations in both design and functionality aspects of projects.
  • Maintained clean work sites, minimizing disruptions to surrounding areas during construction projects.
  • Assisted grounds and plumbing on projects involving same type of materials including but not limited to retaining walls, stage construction and deconstruction, roofing, and masonry.

Education

High School Diploma

Henry P Becton Regional High School | East Rutherford, NJ | 06-1978

Certificates in Carpentry, Maintenance, and building trades.

Skills

Project reporting
Site maintenance
Customer support
OSHA compliance
Crew supervision
Job documentation
Maintenance oversight
Material procurement
Material management
Drywall hanging
Safety compliance
Blueprint reading

Timeline

Working Foreman

Stevens Institute of Technology
12.2006 - 02.2026Read More

Carpentry Lead

Stevens Institute of Technology
07.1992 - 12.2006Read More

Henry P Becton Regional High School

High School Diploma
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Joseph Sylvester