Tania Sewell
Smithville,TN
Summary
Dynamic Safety Manager with a proven track record at Thornes Excavating Company, adept at hazard identification and safety program development. Cultivated strong relationships across teams, enhancing workplace safety and compliance. Expert in OSHA 30 standards, significantly reducing incidents through effective communication and proactive safety measures. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and professionalism.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Heavy Duty Equipment operator , Estimating Takeoffs with utilities, Planswift software along with Microsoft Excel worksheets. Fit in well throughout a construction environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Manager
Thornes Excavating Company
Lebanon, TN
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Toolbox topics daily
- JSA weekly
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Leveraged OSHA standards as a basis for developing effective safety protocols tailored to organizational needs.
- OSHA 30 certification
- Cultivated strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, facilitating collaborative efforts to maintain a safe and healthy workplace for all employees.
- Provided expert advice on ergonomic practices, significantly reducing work-related musculoskeletal disorders.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Estimating Intern
Thornes Excavating Company
Lebanon, TN
02.2024 - 05.2025
- Exhibited strong attention to detail when reviewing drawings and specifications as part of the cost estimation process.
- Assisted in developing timelines and schedules for projects based on accurate cost estimations, promoting effective planning and execution of work activities.
- Gained valuable industry knowledge through hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals in the field of construction estimating.
- Developed proficiency in using estimating software, streamlining the estimation process and increasing efficiency.
- Participated in pre-construction meetings, enabling a clear understanding of project scope and requirements for accurate estimations.
- Improved communication between departments by collaborating with project managers and engineers to gather necessary information for accurate estimates.
- Supported senior estimators with compiling and analyzing subcontractor bids, ensuring competitive pricing on all projects.
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
Construction
Thornes Excavating Company
Lebanon TN
05.2019 - 05.2025
- Spearheaded the successful completion of various construction projects in diverse environments.
- Organized construction materials inventory, ensuring smooth project flow and completion.
- Assisted in traffic management around construction sites, improving public safety.
- Implemented safety protocols during construction, minimizing accidents and ensuring employee wellbeing.
- Operated various heavy machinery for construction tasks under diverse environmental conditions.
- Enhanced project efficiency by assisting skilled laborers in various construction tasks.
- Assisted in set construction when necessary, demonstrating versatility and teamwork skills.
- Assisted in construction of commercial and residential buildings.
- Managed construction workflow to drive productivity.
Education
High School Diploma - FFA
DeKalb County High School
Smithville,TN05.1990
Skills
- Hazard identification
- Safety program development
- Implementing policies
- Incident investigation
- Personal protective equipment
- Safety inspection
- Lockout-tagout procedures
- Knowledgeable in safety standard
- Equipment inspection
- Confined space entry
- OSHA rule enforcement
- Multitasking Abilities
- Construction safety
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
Certification
OSHA 30 certification
Timeline
Safety Manager
Thornes Excavating Company
04.2025 - 05.2025
Estimating Intern
Thornes Excavating Company
02.2024 - 05.2025
Construction
Thornes Excavating Company
05.2019 - 05.2025
High School Diploma - FFA
DeKalb County High School