Summary
Overview
Work History
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Certification
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Shawn Governor

Newport,VA

Summary

Knowledgeable General Superintendent with solid track record in overseeing large-scale construction projects and ensuring timely completion. Proven ability to coordinate teams, manage resources, and maintain safety standards on-site. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and project management.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Superintendent

Accurate Site Development
03.2025 - Current
  • Managed field operations in regard to directing Field Leaders, project safety, assign work and direct field crew staff for successful project progress through completion.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining workflows and implementing cost-effective construction methods.
  • Oversaw procurement processes for materials and equipment, negotiating with suppliers to secure competitive pricing while maintaining quality standards.
  • Coordinated permitting processes, liaising with local authorities to obtain necessary approvals and avoid potential project delays.
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication and collaboration, addressing concerns promptly, and delivering high-quality results.
  • Resolved conflicts between team members quickly and professionally through effective mediation strategies that prioritized project goals over individual disputes.
  • Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
  • Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
  • Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
  • Recruit, hire, train, discipline, evaluate and make changes in status of all field employees in accordance with company policy and procedures.
  • Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.

General Superintendent

Coastal Development Company, LLC
08.2024 - 03.2025
  • Coordinated daily construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project specifications.
  • Supervised subcontractors, managing schedules and performance to meet project milestones efficiently.
  • Implemented quality control measures, enhancing construction processes and minimizing rework incidents.
  • Developed and maintained project documentation, streamlining communication between teams and stakeholders.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices on-site.
  • Evaluated project progress, identifying potential delays and implementing corrective actions proactively.
  • Conducted site inspections regularly to verify compliance with building codes, regulations, and contract specifications.
  • Managed subcontractor relationships, ensuring seamless coordination of tasks and maintaining open lines of communication throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Pacific Coast General Engineering
08.2023 - Current
  • Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
  • Tested atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions while working in confined spaces.
  • Identified potentially hazardous or unacceptable materials at job site and coordinated proper disposal.
  • Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
  • Developed and implemented safety procedures for personnel, equipment and processes.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
  • Taught new employees machine operation techniques and important business procedures.
  • Delegated tasks according to project requirements as well as unique team member training and skills.
  • Directed and coordinated production activities, encouraging employees to meet specifications.
  • Set up and take down of GPS equipment.
  • Use of GPS for various operations.

Crane Operator

Ferma Corp
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to the job site or equipment operation.
  • Monitored loads for stability during lifting operations.
  • Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
  • Mentored new employees on safety protocols and equipment procedures.
  • Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
  • Guided team members in arranging blocking or outrigging under cranes.
  • Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
  • Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations.

Heavy Equipment Operator

GSE Contruction
07.2021 - 05.2022
  • Trained new employees in proper use of machinery and safety practices.
  • Evaluated blueprints and schematics to lay out next steps.
  • Complied with environmental regulations when using, dispensing of, or handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials and waste.
  • Utilized hand and power tools and heavy machinery during manufacturing processes.
  • Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
  • Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
  • Established efficient workflows to maximize efficiency of operations.
  • Guided team members in arranging blocking or outrigging under cranes.
  • Trained and monitored junior crane operators, communicating tasks clearly and giving regular, constructive feedback.
  • Maintained crane operations logs and records of maintenance activities.
  • Assisted other workers in securing loads onto pallets for transport by forklift truck or overhead crane.

Laborer

Pacific Coast General Engineering
05.2019 - 07.2021
  • Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
  • Poured concrete foundations for structures such as buildings or bridges according to blueprints provided.
  • Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
  • Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Set up and take down of GPS equipment.
  • Use of GPS for various operations.

Education

Certificate -

Northern California College of Construction
12-2012

Skills

  • Safety Compliance
  • Construction Equipment Operation
  • Crane Operation
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Decision-Making
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Roadway Grading
  • Project Management
  • Backhoe Operation
  • OSHA 10 Certification
  • Communicating Job Status
  • Loader Operation
  • Crane Operations
  • Team Leadership
  • Trench Work

Certification

  • OSHA 10
  • OSHA 30
  • CPR / FIRST AID

Timeline

General Superintendent

Accurate Site Development
03.2025 - Current

General Superintendent

Coastal Development Company, LLC
08.2024 - 03.2025

Heavy Equipment Operator

Pacific Coast General Engineering
08.2023 - Current

Crane Operator

Ferma Corp
05.2022 - 08.2023

Heavy Equipment Operator

GSE Contruction
07.2021 - 05.2022

Laborer

Pacific Coast General Engineering
05.2019 - 07.2021

Certificate -

Northern California College of Construction

References

Dan Palkovic - 570-709-4792


Matt Richards 757-613-8297


Nick Crane 757-880-9797

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