Richard Burns, Sr.
Washington Court House
Summary
Dynamic Concrete Foreman with proven expertise at John Cecil Construction, excelling in crew leadership and quality control. Achieved significant productivity improvements through innovative concrete placement techniques and effective problem-solving. Committed to maintaining safety standards and fostering teamwork, ensuring timely project completion while adapting to changing conditions.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Concrete Foreman
John Cecil Construction
Washington Court House, OH
01.2026 - Current
- Supervised concrete pouring and finishing operations, ensuring quality standards met.
- Coordinated project schedules with subcontractors to optimize workflow and efficiency.
- Implemented new techniques for concrete placement, improving overall work productivity.
- Conducted site inspections to assess progress and compliance with project specifications.
- Excelled at problem-solving during unexpected situations, applying critical thinking skills to address issues promptly and efficiently without compromising safety or quality.
- Cultivated a positive work atmosphere by fostering open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among crew members, leading to higher overall morale and job satisfaction.
- Adapted concrete pouring and mixing plans to daily weather and climate.
- Coordinated effectively with subcontractors for seamless integration into larger construction projects.
- Delivered high-quality concrete workmanship by consistently adhering to blueprints and specifications.
- Adapted quickly to changing project parameters, ensuring that deadlines were met despite unforeseen challenges or alterations in scope.
Skilled Finisher
Baker Concrete Construction Inc.
Columbus, OH
2020 - 2022
- Operated finishing tools to enhance concrete surfaces for structural integrity.
- Prepared work areas by cleaning and organizing materials efficiently.
- Assisted in quality control processes to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to execute finishing tasks according to deadlines.
- Maintained equipment and tools, ensuring optimal performance throughout operations.
- Monitored environmental conditions to adapt finishing techniques as necessary.
- Collaborated with team members to meet quotas and maintain consistent productivity levels.
- Assisted in training new finishers, ensuring proper understanding of job responsibilities and techniques for optimal performance.
- Maintained a clean work environment, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to high-quality output.
Skilled Finisher
Unlimited Contracting Solutions
Columbus, OH
2007 - 2015
- Maintained equipment and tools, ensuring optimal performance throughout operations.
- Monitored environmental conditions to adapt finishing techniques as necessary.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks during finishing operations.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by suggesting workflow enhancements.
- Assisted in training new finishers, ensuring proper understanding of job responsibilities and techniques for optimal performance.
- Maintained a clean work environment, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to high-quality output.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when performing intricate finishing tasks on complex products or designs.
- Completed projects within established deadlines while maintaining stringent quality standards throughout the work process.
- Collaborated with team members to meet quotas and maintain consistent productivity levels.
- Utilized various hand tools and equipment effectively, ensuring precision in all aspects of the finishing process.
- Provided guidance, assistance and training to employees when needed.
- Coordinated with cross-functional departments such as Quality Control, Production Planning, and Engineering teams, resulting in seamless project execution.
- Enhanced product quality by meticulously inspecting finished goods and troubleshooting defects.
- Achieved smooth production flow by performing machine setup, maintenance, and calibration tasks.
- Streamlined processes by regularly communicating with supervisors about potential improvements in the finishing area.
- Set production goals and motivated team to achieve such goals.
- Verified finishing met established standards for color, textures, metallic, exotic woods and aged finishes.
- Reduced waste by carefully monitoring material usage and implementing recycling initiatives where possible.
- Continually sought to reduce costs, accelerate throughput time, minimize work in process and improve quality.
- Operated finishing tools to enhance concrete surfaces for structural integrity.
- Prepared work areas by cleaning and organizing materials efficiently.
- Assisted in quality control processes to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to execute finishing tasks according to deadlines.
- Conducted regular self-assessments to identify areas for improvement, fostering continuous personal growth as a professional Finisher.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities or project requirements while maintaining composure under pressure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miami Trace High School
Washington Court House, OH06.1996
Skills
- Crew leadership
- Leveling accuracy
- Work inspection
- Leadership trained
- Site preparation
- Concrete finishing
- Quality control
- OSHA regulations
- Weather adaptation
- Formwork installation
- Rebar placement
- Truss screeds
- Curing mats
- OSHA concrete manufacturing safety trained
- Concrete pouring
- Dependable and hardworking
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Job site cleanup
- Multitasking Abilities
- Physical strength and stamina
- Equipment operation
Accomplishments
Completed Mega Slab Indoor Pour: https://vimeo.com/252424239
Certification
OSHA 10
Timeline
Concrete Foreman
John Cecil Construction
01.2026 - Current
Skilled Finisher
Baker Concrete Construction Inc.
2020 - 2022
Skilled Finisher
Unlimited Contracting Solutions
2007 - 2015
High School Diploma -
Miami Trace High School