Thad McCravy

Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency. Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by leadership.

• Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
• Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
• Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
• Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
• Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
• Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
• Stepped up during foreman's absence to answer questions and delegate project tasks to employees.
• Monitored over 5 construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
• Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
• Developed and implemented construction plans according to client specifications and expectations.
• Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
• Performed over 10 regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
• Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.

Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.

• Maintained safety for over 5 jobs onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by leadership and experience.
• Supported at least 6 project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
• Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
• Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
• Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
• Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
• Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
• Stepped up during foreman's absence to answer questions and delegate project tasks to employees.
• Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
• Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
• Used computer software to design construction plans and perform calculations.
• Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
• Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
• Developed and implemented construction plans according to client specifications and expectations.
• Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
• Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
• Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.

• Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
• Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
• Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing for 5 sites
• Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
• Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
• Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
• Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment for more than 5 sites at a time.
• Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
• Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
• Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
• Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
• Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
• Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
• Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
• Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
• Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
• Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
• Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
• Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
• Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.