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Matthew Lawson
West Concord,MN
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Safety-conscious Working Foreman promoting decision making, problem solving and organizational skills. Considered an expert in leading talented teams that meet job deadlines. Offering a strong drive to take charge, adapt to change and promote positive working environments. Knowledgeable individual offering several years employed as working foreman on various successful projects. Resolves project issues quickly, interacts with individuals from all backgrounds and interprets construction blueprints. Excellent track record of overseeing crews on various construction project types and sizes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Construction Foreman
DeCook Excavating
Byron, MN
03.2022 - Current
- Ensured that all workers followed safe operating procedures while working around heavy machinery.
- Coordinated activities between subcontractors ensuring that project deadlines were met on time.
- Developed a quality control system to ensure that all concrete mixtures met or exceeded standards set by the American Concrete Institute.
- Assigned and supervised personnel to ensure tasks were completed efficiently.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment used in concrete operations.
- Resolved any conflicts among personnel or equipment issues in a timely manner.
- Inspected forms, footings, and foundations for accuracy in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Analyzed blueprints and drawings for specific job requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of labor hours, material costs, and other related expenses.
- Adjusted mix designs when necessary due to varying environmental conditions or customer requests.
- Managed scheduling of crews based on weather conditions and availability of materials and equipment.
- Monitored the curing process of concrete to ensure proper strength was achieved before allowing access to the area.
- Ordered necessary supplies such as formwork, rebar, and cementitious materials, as needed for each job site.
- Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
- Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
- Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
- Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Scheduled inspections, meetings, pours, and workers for many jobs.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
- Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
- Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
- Set up scaffolding, braces, and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
- Read site layouts and developed plans for concrete pouring and mixing.
Company Owner
Lawson LLC
West Concord , MN
03.2016 - 03.2022
- Ensured compliance with all local laws and regulations related to the business operations.
- Analyzed competitor's pricing and product offerings in order to remain competitive within the market.
- Resolved conflicts between employees or customers in a timely manner.
- Established strong relationships with vendors to ensure quality products at competitive prices.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure proper budgeting of resources.
- Reviewed financial statements on a monthly basis in order to assess financial health of the organization.
- Managed inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing costs.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
- Participated in trade shows, conventions, and other events related to industry promotion.
- Scheduled maintenance activities for equipment used by the business.
- Created a customer service policy to ensure customers were satisfied with products or services.
- Implemented systems for tracking sales performance and analyzing data trends in order to maximize profitability.
- Oversaw daily operations of the business and provided guidance when needed.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
- Kept up-to-date on regulatory changes affecting business operations.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
- Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations for smooth handover to new owners.
- Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
- Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
Medical Dispatcher
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
Rochester, MN
02.2012 - 10.2018
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Triton High School
Dodge Center, MN 05.1997 - 06.2001
Skills
- Contract Negotiation
- Equipment coordination
- Quality controls
- Crew oversight
- Project Management
- Building Codes
- Construction quality assurance
- Site cleaning
- Environmental Compliance
- Worksite safety
- Permits understanding
- Materials Management
- Task Delegation
- Meeting schedule deadlines
- Estimating costs
- OSHA Regulations
- Company safety policies
- Change Orders
- Inspections experience
- Managing materials
- Checking equipment
- Construction Scheduling
- Customer Relations
- Materials coordination
- Maintaining equipment
- Task Prioritization
Affiliations
- Volunteer coach for kids sports, wrestling, baseball, basketball and football
Certification
Class A drivers license
Interests
Timeline
Construction Foreman
DeCook Excavating
03.2022 - Current
Company Owner
Lawson LLC
03.2016 - 03.2022
Medical Dispatcher
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
02.2012 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Triton High School
05.1997 - 06.2001