Ronald Colby
Johnston,RI
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in historical restoration, notably at Heritage Restoration, where I led successful waterproofing projects. Proven expertise in project estimating and staff management, fostering strong customer relations and building effective teams. Committed to enhancing structural integrity while delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Self Employed
05.2021 - 05.2026
Executed chimney restoration and waterproofing projects to enhance structural integrity.
Employed from five to fifteen employees.
Foreman
Heritage Restoration Company Union
06.2011 - 04.2021
Union foreman; Achieved successful restoration of commercial properties through effective waterproofing techniques. Delivered high-quality historical restoration by implementing advanced waterproofing solutions.
Foreman
PJ Restoration Union
03.1996 - 06.2011
Union foreman ;Collaborated with team members to support the efficient operation of commercial building projects.
Historical Chimney Restoration
JW Brown and Son
08.1986 - 03.1996
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Chimney and foundation restaurant historical restoration.
- East side Providence historical homes restoration
Education
High School Diploma -
West High School
Pawtucket, RI05-1984
Skills
Complete chimney Restoration from footings, fireboxes, damper, installations, to relining chimneys
Through roof/slate shingle, wood shingle, standard seam, metal roofs
All types of flashing/through wall/standard flashings
Foundation replacement/rebuild stone, poured concrete, brick and block
Type of stagings; residential, historical home, roof stages for chimney rebuild (all types)/ swing pipe, mass climbers
Condors, scissor lifts, lull, backhoe, mini excavator
Relocation of houses, garages, setting on new foundations
Stone carving, worked with granite, Stone veneer, brick veneer Stone, brick and block retaining walls wet or dry/ waterproofing, spray, peel and stick, and roll on applications, complete envelopes of buildings/residential homes
Timeline
Owner
Self Employed
05.2021 - 05.2026
Foreman
Heritage Restoration Company Union
06.2011 - 04.2021
Foreman
PJ Restoration Union
03.1996 - 06.2011
Historical Chimney Restoration
JW Brown and Son
08.1986 - 03.1996
High School Diploma -
West High School