Victor W Pettaway Jr
Hampton,Va
Summary
Construction professional prepared for challenges of leading workforce to achieve project goals. Known for implementing process improvements that enhance productivity and safety. Valued for collaborative approach and adaptability to evolving project requirements, possessing skills in leadership and problem-solving.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
General Foreman
Huntington Ingalls Industries
10.2022 - Current
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
- Established open lines of communication with clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns promptly.
X73/X42 Nuclear Test Foreman
Huntington Ingalls Industries
01.2019 - 10.2022
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
X73 Production Planner/Scheduler 1
Huntington Ingalls Industries
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Plans, prepares, issues and controls production schedules and coordinates with material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet production requirements. Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials and services are provided as needed.
- Coordinated material procurement efforts, ensuring on-time availability of components for uninterrupted production cycles.
- Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
- Reviewed inventories, tracked production statuses and ordered materials to foster consistent availability and production schedule adherence.
- Worked with engineering, production, and testing departments to implement corrective actions for missed milestones.
X82/42 Pipefitter Foreman
Huntington Ingalls Industries
11.2014 - 02.2017
- Supervises, assigns, coordinates and evaluates semi-skilled and skilled trade personnel according to their skill, experience and job knowledge. Supervises and trains employees to improve quantity of work performed. Recommends training to enhance skill and productivity of employees, and assets in development of training procedures. Breaks down board straits to practical action plans and ensures employees are trained to carry out the plans. Supervises qualified trades staff; monitoring job and budget performance. Responsible for complying with all technical aspects of the job including adherence to all drawings, procedures, etc. Responsible for manufacturing, installation and testing that have a significant impact on the company’s performance. Knowing how to navigate through SAP, TWMS and WPS to research work packages and material.
- Lead teams in complex pipe system installations for various industries including oil and gas, power generation, and commercial construction projects.
- Successfully navigated challenging environments such as confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and remote locations to complete pipefitting projects.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop accurate estimates for labor and material costs, resulting in more competitive bids.
- Reduced project timeline for pipefitting projects by effectively managing team assignments and schedules.
X42 Marine Pipefitter
Huntington Ingalls Industries
03.2012 - 11.2014
- Responsible for Installing Piping systems on Virginia class Nuclear Submarines on section 9. Also fills in as make-up supervisor when regular supervisor is out. Duties include working with a team of pipe fitters to install various systems. Knowledge of correct working procedures to work to. Supervise a crew of up to ten mechanics, stepping in when needed to teach or demonstrate the correct procedure for the giving job.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by working with various types of pipes and contracts.
1st Class Marine Pipefitter/Leaderman
Huntington Ingalls Industries
04.2010 - 03.2012
- Responsible for Installing PWD, FWFF, FM, CWS, WDCM, CPW, HPW piping systems on LPD class Naval Vessels. Also responsible for assisting supervisor on a daily basis. Duties include knowing proper silver brazing procedures, pipe cleaning and capping procedures, laying out and field running pipe 1 1/2” and below, tracking and selling bills to quality control.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and planning pipe routes, contributing to cost savings.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Education
High school Diploma - undefined
Southern Vance High School
Henderson, North Carolina05.2002
Apprentice School Certificate - undefined
Newport News Apprentice School
Newport News, Virginia04.2006
Apprentice School Certificate - undefined
Newport News Apprentice School
Newport News, Virginia02.2015
Skills
- Leading teams
- Supervisory skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Coordinating tasks
- Safety enforcement
- Daily planning
- Hour tracking
- Material procurement
- Project management
Timeline
General Foreman
Huntington Ingalls Industries
10.2022 - Current
X73/X42 Nuclear Test Foreman
Huntington Ingalls Industries
01.2019 - 10.2022
X73 Production Planner/Scheduler 1
Huntington Ingalls Industries
02.2017 - 01.2019
X82/42 Pipefitter Foreman
Huntington Ingalls Industries
11.2014 - 02.2017
X42 Marine Pipefitter
Huntington Ingalls Industries
03.2012 - 11.2014
1st Class Marine Pipefitter/Leaderman
Huntington Ingalls Industries
04.2010 - 03.2012
High school Diploma - undefined
Southern Vance High School
Apprentice School Certificate - undefined
Newport News Apprentice School
Apprentice School Certificate - undefined
Newport News Apprentice School
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