Sergio Lara
Beaumont
Summary
Dynamic Mechanical General Foreman with extensive experience at Primoris Energy Services, excelling in welding and fabrication. Proven leadership in optimizing productivity and enhancing safety standards. Recognized for developing effective training programs and fostering teamwork, resulting in improved project efficiency and employee motivation. Committed to achieving project goals through meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical General Foreman
Primoris Energy Services
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and project specifications.
- Coordinated workforce activities to optimize productivity and minimize downtime across multiple projects.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new staff on equipment operation and safety standards.
- Monitored project timelines, adjusting resource allocation to meet deadlines effectively.
Ironworker General Foreman
Performance Contracting
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Supervised workflow and safety compliance for ironworkers on construction sites.
- Coordinated with project managers to align schedules and resource allocation.
- Trained and mentored junior ironworkers, enhancing team skills and productivity.
- Implemented process improvements to optimize operational efficiency in steel erection projects.
- Ensured adherence to quality standards by conducting regular inspections and assessments.
- Managed inventory of materials and tools, ensuring availability for project timelines.
- Facilitated communication between crews and management to resolve issues promptly.
- Implemented quality control measures for all aspects of ironwork installation, ensuring client satisfaction upon project completion.
- Coordinated with other trade professionals like electricians, plumbers, carpenters for seamless integration of work processes.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications with attention to detail, identifying potential challenges before they became critical issues on site.
- Enhanced safety protocols for the team by conducting training sessions and implementing strict adherence to industry standards.
- Streamlined the fabrication process of steel components by coordinating with shop personnel, leading to a smoother on-site assembly.
Scaffolding Foreman
Zachary Industrial
04.2007 - 07.2009
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and project specifications.
- Coordinated workforce activities to optimize productivity and minimize downtime across multiple projects.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new staff on equipment operation and safety standards.
- Monitored project timelines, adjusting resource allocation to meet deadlines effectively.
Ironworker Lead GF
Zachary Industrial
04.2021 - 05.2024
- Installed structural steel components with precision to ensure project integrity.
- Operated heavy machinery, including cranes and forklifts, to facilitate construction activities.
- Followed safety protocols consistently to maintain a secure work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and on schedule.
- Assisted in interpreting blueprints and specifications for accurate material handling.
- Mentored junior ironworkers in safe practices and technical skills development.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Contributed to successful project completion through precise cutting, bending, and welding of metal materials.
- Maintained a strong safety record by vigilantly inspecting equipment, machinery, and work areas to identify potential hazards before accidents could occur.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Maximized material usage by skillfully measuring, marking, and cutting steel components with precision tools.
- Provided reliable support during rigging operations to ensure the safe lifting of heavy steel beams into place.
- Increased project durability by expertly fastening steel members using bolts or welding methods based on design requirements.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
- Analyzed specifications and blueprints and suggested quantities, types and sizes of materials required per job allocation.
- Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
Education
Imno Nacional
Michoacan Mexico Skills
- Installing equipment
- Welding and fabrication
- Welding
- Inventory auditing
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Tools and equipment maintenance
- Dependable and consistent
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Hand and power tool operation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Job prioritizing
- Heavy lifting
- Machinery operations
- Team building
- Visual inspection
- Employee motivation
- Safety standards
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Goal setting
Timeline
Mechanical General Foreman
Primoris Energy Services
02.2025 - 12.2025
Ironworker General Foreman
Performance Contracting
04.2024 - 06.2024
Ironworker Lead GF
Zachary Industrial
04.2021 - 05.2024
Scaffolding Foreman
Zachary Industrial
04.2007 - 07.2009
Imno Nacional