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William Falk

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Experienced Construction Foreman with 15+ years in fire protection, sprinkler installation, blueprint reading, crew supervision, and jobsite safety. Strong in quality control, material tracking, and keeping projects on schedule.

Overview

1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Foreman

Allied Fire Protection Systems
San Antonio, Texas
11.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated daily assignments for installers, helpers, and subcontractors to optimize workflow and ensure project timelines were met.
  • Directed workers in proper techniques for installation or repair of structures according to blueprints or specifications.
  • Supervised aspects of construction projects, lending communication and hands-on assistance.
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
  • Enforced safety rules at all times to reduce workplace hazards for both employees and visitors.
  • Established expectations and motivated crews to meet project goals, enhancing overall team accountability and performance.
  • Delegated tasks and monitored progress of daily work assignments to maintain project efficiency and adherence to deadlines.
  • Trained and monitored employees to perform daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Facilitated construction team training on site-specific project specifications.
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Examined blueprints for accuracy and compliance with fire protection standards. and drawings for fire suppression system layouts.
  • Coordinated sprinkler pipe installation with project schedules and trade partners.
  • Maintained quality standards and monitored work for corrective action.
  • Resolved disputes between contractors and employees or among employees regarding job duties or performance issues.
  • Prepared weekly reports detailing progress made on each project along with any potential problems that may arise.
  • Performed lock-out-tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.
  • Assessed usage of equipment by crews to prevent accidents, damage and safety violations.
  • Kept track of supplies and materials to prevent inventory losses.
  • Monitored material usage to ensure efficient resource allocation on projects. and contractor hours to align projects with budgets.
  • Controlled inventory levels by tracking usage rates against established goals and objectives.
  • Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
  • Reported to management with project updates and estimated completion dates; noting delay issues.
  • Efficiently recorded and rejected incorrect deliveries of material to site.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Supported allied fire protection crews on fire protection construction sites.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain a high level of job site safety.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.

Construction Foreman

Casteel Automatic Fire Protection
San Antonio, Texas
10.2023 - 10.2024

Executed construction projects at previous employer, ensuring timely completion and adherence to safety standards

  • Supervised fire protection crews on Allied Fire Protection Systems construction sites.
  • Coordinated sprinkler system installation with contractors, inspectors, and project managers.
  • Interpreted blueprints, shop drawings, and fire protection specifications for field crews.

Construction Foreman

Firetrol Protection System Services
San Antonio, Texas
09.2015 - 10.2023

Executed core responsibilities aligned with role to support project completion.

  • Supervised fire protection system crews on commercial construction sites.
  • Coordinated sprinkler and pipe installation with project schedules.
  • Reviewed drawings and specifications for code-compliant field work.

Construction Foreman

Impact Fire Services
San Antonio, Texas
09.2011 - 10.2015

Executed key responsibilities to meet project specifications and timelines.

Service Foreman

Fire and Life Safety America
San Antonio, Texas
08.2009 - 09.2011

Performed tasks aligned with service foreman responsibilities, ensuring operational standards were met.

Education

GED -

John Jay High School
San Antonio, TX
04-1989

Skills

  • Blueprint reading
  • Fire suppression layout
  • Sprinkler installation
  • Quality control
  • Jobsite safety
  • Crew supervision
  • Material tracking
  • Inventory control

Certification

  • Blaze Master Fire Protection Systems
  • OSHA 30
  • Certified Lift Operator of Scissor, Boom, Fork Lift

Timeline

Construction Foreman

Allied Fire Protection Systems
11.2024 - Current

Construction Foreman

Casteel Automatic Fire Protection
10.2023 - 10.2024

Construction Foreman

Firetrol Protection System Services
09.2015 - 10.2023

Construction Foreman

Impact Fire Services
09.2011 - 10.2015

Service Foreman

Fire and Life Safety America
08.2009 - 09.2011

GED -

John Jay High School
William Falk