Paul Cummings
Westminster,CO
Summary
Dynamic Carpenter Foreman with extensive experience at Fortis Construction, specializing in general carpentry. Proven ability to lead teams, ensuring adherence to safety regulations while enhancing productivity. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail drive quality control and successful project outcomes. Committed to fostering collaboration and maintaining high standards in construction practices.
Dedicated Carpenter with 35 years of experience in carpentry and construction. Excels at analyzing and solving problems using design software and systems knowledge. Dedicated to completing construction projects on time or ahead of schedule.
Quality-focused Carpenter committed to following safety code regulations. Timely and efficient working style takes difficult jobs through to completion within budget. Experienced in both residential and commercial construction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpenter/Carpenter Foreman
Fortis Construction
09.2024 - Current
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Assisted in training apprentice carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
- Kept accurate records of materials used, employee timesheets, daily reports, and scheduling.
- Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.
- Oversaw schedules and assignments for up to 14 personnel.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
Carpenter Foreman
ICM
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
- Oversaw schedules and assignments for 6 personnel.
- Supervised teams of up to 10 employees, answering questions, and providing feedback on work progress.
Carpenter
JE Dunn Construction
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Assisted in training apprentice carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Safely operated electric cordless saws, drills, boom lifts, and hammer drills.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
Carpenter
PC Construction
07.2021 - 04.2024
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, temporary framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Built and hung doors and knockdown frames.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Measured, cut and installed backing panels.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Safely operated electric cordless saws and drills, corded miter boxes, nail and staple guns, and corded hammer drills.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members and other trades to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
Concrete Carpenter
Scull Construction
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Specialized in foundations and flat work prep and placing concrete.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to 75 pounds.
Concrete Carpenter
DN Tanks
05.2017 - 03.2019
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Safely operated electric hammer drills, cordless drills, saws, and impact wrenches.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
Education
UBC Journey Level .300 Hitters -
UBC International Training Center
Las Vegas, NV02-2025
GED -
GED
Grand Junction, CO11-2013
Joint Apprenticeship Training - Carpentry
JATC
Kansas City, MO04-2002
Skills
- Proficient in concrete forming and finishing techniques
- Residential construction
- Commercial construction experience
- Structural repairs
- Problem-solving
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Cabinetry installation
- Multitasking and organization
- Safety guidelines adherence
- Blueprint reading
- Measuring and cutting
- Worksite safety
- Building code compliance
- Attention to detail
- Inspection and repair
- Worksite organization
- Remodeling projects
- Hand and power tools
- Drywall hanging
- OSHA training
- Window installation
- Carpentry techniques
- Repair and maintenance
- Scaffolding construction
- OSHA regulations
- Layout planning
- Deck and walkway construction
- Team collaboration
- Door installation
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Quality control
- Roofing installation
- Finish carpentry
- Deck building
- Valid Colorado driver's license
- Heavy lifting
- Tool maintenance
- Project planning
Certification
OSHA 10-Hour
Timeline
Carpenter/Carpenter Foreman
Fortis Construction
09.2024 - Current
Carpenter Foreman
ICM
07.2024 - 08.2024
Carpenter
JE Dunn Construction
06.2024 - 07.2024
Carpenter
PC Construction
07.2021 - 04.2024
Concrete Carpenter
Scull Construction
04.2020 - 05.2021
Concrete Carpenter
DN Tanks
05.2017 - 03.2019
UBC Journey Level .300 Hitters -
UBC International Training Center
GED -
GED
Joint Apprenticeship Training - Carpentry
JATC
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