Michael Mantia
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Seasoned and well versed in all aspects of Heavy Civil construction. Constantly thinking outside of the box to reduce loss, cost, incidents and re-work. Placed PPC overlay on over 250 slab/pre-cast bridges across Pennsylvania during the Rapid Bridge replacement project. Oversaw multiple data center projects from inception to completion. Very familiar with survey/bridge work/underground utilities/paving/demo etc. Safety first mentality while committed to ensuring quality workmanship the first time, every time.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
General Foreman
Independence Excavating
Columbus, OH
01.2023 - Current
- Organized/supervised/lead a team consisting of multiple trades, ensuring timely and budget-compliant project completion.
- Scheduled work hours, resolved on-site issues, and conflicts efficiently.
- Communicated with managers and actively engaged in executive meetings to update on project progress.
- Developed budgets, procured necessary materials.
- Provided on-site support, assistance, and performed various project-related duties.
- Schedule and coordinate activities of assigned craft workers while communicating and coordinating schedules with other trades
- Studied specifications/plans/drawings to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures.
- Locate, measure, and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment, using measuring and marking equipment including GPS rover/receiver/data collector
- Record information such as personnel, production, or operational data on specified forms or reports
- Complete Daily Work Plan, THA, JHA, Timesheet, Diary for multiple crews
- Examine and inspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications are met
- Train and supervise workers on company policies, safety practices, regulations and procedures
- Accurately estimate pipe, aggregate and material orders
- Communicate with subcontractors to ensure scope of work is on schedule.
Pipe/Utility Superintendent
Walsh Construction
, PA
04.2018 - 09.2022
- Supervise multiple crews within their specific area or portion of the project for installation of 4”-84” RCP, CMP, Sanitary, Thermoplastic and waterline
- Utilize proper rigging techniques understanding load ratings for lifts exceeding 100,000 lbs
- Schedule and coordinate activities of assigned craft workers while communicating and coordinating schedules with other trades
- Read specifications, such as plans to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures.
- Locate, measure, and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment, using measuring and marking equipment including GPS rover/receiver/data collector
- Record information such as personnel, production, or operational data on specified forms or reports
- Complete Daily Work Plan, THA, JHA, Timesheet, Diary for multiple crews
- Examine and inspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications are met
- Train and supervise workers on company policies, safety practices, regulations and procedures
- Accurately estimate pipe, aggregate and material orders
- Communicate with subcontractors to ensure scope of work is on schedule.
- Meet/exceed pipe production numbers
- Work with Site Superintendent/PM to plan work accordingly
Polyester Polymer Concrete Overlay Superintendent
Walsh Construction
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2015 - 04.2018
- Supervised four crews across Pennsylvania for preparation/installation of PPC overlay
- Schedule and coordinate activities of assigned craft workers while communicating and coordinating schedules with other trades
- Read specifications, such as plans to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
- Locate, measure, and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment, using measuring and marking equipment including GPS Rover/receiver/Data collector
- Record information such as personnel, production, or operational data on specified forms or reports
- Examine and inspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications are met
- Train and supervise workers on company policies, safety practices, regulations and procedures
- Work with Kwik-Bond/Distributors to accurately order/receive material up to four months in advance
- Locate staging areas/ Work with land owners for material storage
Laborer Foreman
Walsh Construction
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2011 - 06.2015
- Supervise 4-12 man/woman crew in all aspects of heavy highway/bridge work including but not limited to- Grade/reinforce/form/place concrete exceeding 500 cubic yards per shift. Concrete Demo/spall/crack repair. Install Drainage/structures for 8”-60” CMP/RCP/Thermoplastic/waterline. Plan/set/remove traffic patterns/advance warning signs/crash attenuators.
- Schedule and coordinate activities of assigned craft workers while communicating and coordinating schedules with other trades
- Read specifications, such as plans to determine construction requirements and to plan procedures
- Locate, measure, and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment, using measuring and marking equipment
- Record information such as personnel, production, or operational data on specified forms or reports
- Provide assistance to workers engaged in construction or extraction activities, using hand tools or other equipment
- Examine and inspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications are met
- Adhere to safety protocol/paperwork including Daily THA,JHA, Work plan, diary, schedule
- Train and supervise workers on company policies, safety practices, regulations and procedures
General Laborer Local Union 1058
Trumbull Construction and various others
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2001 - 09.2011
- Grade/reinforce/form/pour concrete exceeding 500 cubic yards per shift
- Placed/tied rebar horizontally and vertically for bridge decks/piers/walls
- Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump truck/slick line/Georgia Buggy/Wheel barrow/5 gallon bucket!
- Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
- Handled assembly and installation of underground piping, fittings and valves for storm drains and water mains.
- Repaired sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
- Assessed pipes to ensure zero leakage and proper functionality.
- Backfilled excavated locations after completion of work to protect piping and prepare for final grading.
- Located underground utilities in preparation for digging and marked locations to prevent damage.
- Installed water, sewer and storm drain systems, laying as many as 400’ per day.
- Put in new fire hydrants, gate valves and fire lines to support city requirements.
- Demo/hammer out concrete spalling on bridge piers/abutments/barriers then form/pour for repair
Education
High School Diploma -
Pittsburgh Brashear High School
Pittsburgh, PA06.1999
Timeline
General Foreman
Independence Excavating
01.2023 - Current
Pipe/Utility Superintendent
Walsh Construction
04.2018 - 09.2022
Polyester Polymer Concrete Overlay Superintendent
Walsh Construction
06.2015 - 04.2018
Laborer Foreman
Walsh Construction
09.2011 - 06.2015
General Laborer Local Union 1058
Trumbull Construction and various others
06.2001 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Pittsburgh Brashear High School