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Civil engineering

Civil engineer

Senior

Oversaw large multi-million-dollar Construction public works and commercial projects while supervising technicians, survey crews, and materials testing technicians. Inspected construction activities to ensure compliance with contract specifications.

  • Created high-grade civil engineering projects including construction document drawings, specifications, narratives, and calculations.
  • Communicated frequently with contractors and design engineers while resolving and preventing site-specific problems.
  • Designed roadway, grading, pavements, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, domestic and fire water main systems, erosion, sediment control, and traffic plans.

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Civil engineer

Senior

Specialized position encompassing relations, project management and infrastructure design functions in support of a reputable construction company to deliver on high-end civil projects.

  • Worked collaboratively with technical professionals to developed innovative integrated digital and civil infrastructural designs for private and public clients.
  • Led intake meetings with clients to discuss their visions and project specifications whilst also delivering routine progress reports to all stakeholders.
  • Drew up detailed project plans according to clients’ specifications, whilst ensuring compliance with all quality and procedural standards.
  • Recruited and coordinated both internal and external contractors to work on specific projects.

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Construction worker

Foreman

Senior

Multifaceted role requiring networking, negotiations and project coordination skills to oversee and facilitate all aspects of construction projects.

  • Oversaw HR functions and project workflow optimization initiatives to recruit experienced workers and drive construction projects from inception to successful completion.
  • Researched vendors and negotiated costs to ensure cost-effective, continuous and timely supply of materials to construction sites.
  • Outlined project work plans, delegated tasks and enforced the adherence of safety protocols to ensure the seamless flow of construction activities.
  • Executed regular evaluations and maintenance of equipment to ensure optimal functionality and the safety of workers.

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Construction estimator

Senior

Detail-intensive role requiring precise analytical and project management skills to simultaneously work in different projects at varying stages of completion.

  • Oversaw the compilation and evaluation of construction figures to deliver accurate estimates that facilitate the development of tactical project scopes.
  • Utilized data analyzation software to process, interpret and organize databases of information relevant to each project to streamline estimation processes and develop strategic plans.
  • Oversaw the recruitment and training the departments’ administrative staff to uphold daily work standards and improve workflows.
  • Maintained relations with construction project leads and managers to monitor project progress and ongoing costs.

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Architect

Architect

Senior

Designed and helped to build and create additions to several city infrastructures, including hospitals and municipalities, as lead architect.

  • Worked with city officials to implement design modules into construction plans that focused on sustainability and practicality.
  • Collaborated with civil engineering teams to evaluate functionality and durability of design and building plans.
  • Performed visual impact assessments on construction plans by testing building sites for potential liabilities.
  • Contracted by CEO of a company to redesign their multi-story building.
  • Supervised and mentored mid-level design team members.
  • Consulted with lot owners for feedback on landscape alterations.
  • Provided oversight in the development of ideas and plans and cost estimates for more challenging projects.
  • Increased referrals to firm by 35% and boosted revenue by 25%.

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Heavy equipment operator

Forklift operator

Senior

Used special techniques, spades, brooms, chemicals, nozzles, and lubricants to clean, disinfect, and maintain equipment, machinery, and workstations.

  • Operated a hold truck forklift in a sub-zero freezer, loading and unloading products.
  • Used a forklift to transfer materials across the plant.
  • Used an RF gun to handle inventory activities.
  • Promoted a clean, safe, and enjoyable workplace.
  • Collected orders from the categorized slot and loaded them onto trucks as ordered.
  • Recorded and maintained the condition of allocated equipment.
  • Allocated additional duties and responsibilities.
  • Collected all documents and supervised vehicle activities such as condition monitoring, workload, pre-trip assessment, and cargo security and safety.

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Heavy equipment operator

Senior

Followed all corporate practices and OSHA/MSHA standards for safe working methods.

  • Performed daily pre-and post- audits on apparatus with documentary evidence.
  • Accomplished preventative maintenance on construction machines under the service and maintenance booklet.
  • Experienced with traditional punch presses and deformation equipment.
  • Integrated mechanical operations with other processes and payloads positioned or moved per manual or verbal cues from staff members.
  • Performed the tasks like backfilling excavations, shaking, or fracturing stone or pavement.
  •  Documented the agreement for organizational adjustments and upgrades, such as efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  •  Created, implemented, and managed a compliance management register for Army acquisitions and assets.

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Construction manager

Construction project manager

Senior

Oversaw several high-profile construction projects from inception to completion. Facilitated several roles: Project Manager, Project Superintendent, Project Engineer, and Lead Assistant Superintendent. Maintained positive relationships with Clients, Architects, Engineers, and other project stakeholders to facilitate pre-construction, construction, and post-construction activities. Collaborated with superintendents daily about project and subcontractor progress. Evaluated subcontractor’s bids, negotiated and prepared subcontractor agreements.

  • Managed $90 M of 200,000 SF Commercial Building and $50 M Elementary School of 100,000 SF.
  • Reviewed invoices and payment requests against open contracts, purchase orders and prepare monthly pay applications.
  • Directed all field personnel to achieve completion of the project on schedule, within budget, with superior workmanship that conformed to original plans and specifications.
  • Maintained construction paperwork by processing submittals, updated construction drawings with RFIs, ASIs, and PRs, and ensured subcontractors had the latest information.

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Construction manager

Senior

Served as a liaison between the strategic relationship, commercial teams, and contractors, as well as all internal organizations on any technical questions about the project.

  • Assured that the building project was completed on time and under budget.
  • Scheduled hot-taps, connectors, and breakdowns.
  • Planned long- and short-term activities and materials for yearly programs.
  • Interacted with architecture, marketing, and project planning to offer valuable assistance for many initiatives of different sizes.
  • Allocated machinery and resources to the customer and subcontractors to meet deadlines.
  • Organized and conducted fabrication production at local supermarkets.
  • Demanded, quickly, and efficiently fixed concerns.

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Welder

Welder

Senior

Directed 40 team members overseeing electrical, plumbing, heating, carpentry, dirt work, equipment relocation, set-up, and rebuild. Trained and performed performance evaluation for maintenance workers.

  • Facilitated, monitored, and managed the full range of mechanical equipment and machinery repair including unsupervised maintenance, troubleshooting, servicing, and testing.
  • Conducted equipment and component inspections, functional checks, and preventive maintenance; removed, repaired, reassembled, and replaced components and systems.
  • Provided detailed technical insight, interpreted inspection findings, and implemented a comprehensive course of action.
  • Inspected and tested completed metal workpieces to ensure conformation to specifications, using metal and testing devices.

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Welder

Senior

Coordinated the fabrication of a wide range of metal components, including beams, pipeline valves, cylindrical and rectangular tubes, etc. Captained teams of up to 20 crew, providing training and mentorship on various welding techniques. 

  • Delivered numerous fabrication projects to the required standards by accurately interpreting designs and blueprints and formulating strategic welding procedures.
  • Championed compliance with the welding safety procedures, reducing welding-related incidents by 40%.
  • Sought out by management for complex welds for pipelines, railway lines, and bridges, courtesy of exceptional skill and flawless welding record.

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Landscaping

Landscaper

Senior

Managed and trained landscape crews in the safe operation of tools and equipment while enforcing operating procedures and work standards that will ensure adequate performance and personnel safety. Created and maintained beautiful landscapes to industrial, commercial, and public properties collaborating with landscape and architectural designers to create world-class outdoor environments. Operated loaders, mini-excavators, and skid steer machinery with various attachments.

  • Inspected completed work to ensure conformance to specifications, standards, and contract requirements.
  • Pruned shrubs and low trees to improve growth habits while removing broken branches.
  • Planted and maintained flower beds and applied mulch.
  • Performed weeding by hand using a garden hoe or hula hoe.
  • Responded to customer's and guest's requests politely and appropriately.
  • Built customer relationships by asking clients to leave unbiased online reviews.

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Contractor

Independent contractor

Senior

Complex, multifaceted role requiring practiced project management and cross-functional collaboration expertise to work as an independent contractor on several big construction projects.

  • Liaised with project leads and clients to define creative visions and project goals to develop strategic execution plans.
  • Compiled and evaluated project requirements and schematics to develop accurate estimates on project costs and timeline.
  • Leveraged an extensive network of vendors to source, negotiate and secure materials required for independent projects.
  • Effectively handled equipment onsite to ensure the seamless execution of duties as well as the safety of other workers present.

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Contractor

Senior

Supervised and insured employees, subcontractors, and public safety, as well as environmental preservation.

  • Designed and examined restored residential homes, as well as a variety of technical activities in contract management and material, product, and service acquisition.
  • Delivered ongoing and prospective project documentation to employees and their families.
  • Provided current and future project information to employees and their families. 
  • Included new methods of assessing labor activities on all new projects to identify new, more economical multiple perceptions.
  • Interacted with architecture firms and construction firms as a coordinator.
  • Equipped all construction staff with the right tools and materials to execute project plans competently.

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All job titles Architect Civil engineer Construction estimator Construction laborer Construction manager Construction project manager Construction superintendent Construction supervisor Construction worker Contractor Crane operator Foreman Forklift operator General laborer Heavy equipment operator Independent contractor Landscaper Project engineer Skilled laborer Structural engineer Welder

Objectives and summaries

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Civil engineering

Achievement oriented civil engineer offering a remarkable career taking on and successfully delivering on increasingly challenging projects. Exceptional at building and leading specialized teams that apply engineering principles and innovative solutions to deliver projects according to clients’ specifications.

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Construction worker

Dedicated and competent general laborer with great physical endurance and strength. Good hand-eye and brain coordination required to handle precise work. Results-oriented and friendly, with the capacity to collaborate with the client's objectives. Expert in the use of hand and power tools in a safe manner. Track record of performance enables the accomplishment of effectiveness and on-time productivity goals.

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Architect

Creative and quality-focused Architect with extensive experience in planning, designing, and construction documents including code analysis and schematic drawings. Communicates and collaborates with the client to understand functional and spatial requirements of new structure/site/renovation. Proficiency in Building Information Modeling (BIM), AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Certified in LEED BD+C.

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Heavy equipment operator

Highly engaged and productive counterbalance forklift operator with increasing levels of responsibility. Worked tirelessly in high-volume workplaces, putting quality and reliability foremost. Competent in operating forklifts in a warehouse setting to complete several tasks. Safely operates and maintains pallet jacks with considerable precision. Demonstrated ability to handle stock pulling and storage activities under business policies.

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Construction manager

Construction Project Manager with 3 years of experience in coordinating the construction of large-scale residential and commercial buildings. Proven capacity to plan and control multimillion-dollar budgets, negotiate contracts, slash costs, and heighten overall efficiency and throughput. Brings exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

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Welder

Skilled Welder offering 6+ years of experience in fabrication and repair of industrial structures. Impeccable track record of delivering complex structural projects within the time, cost, and quality constraints. Develops high-performing teams by training and mentoring junior welders in all aspects of fabrication, including blueprint and design reading.

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Landscaping

Recent Landscaping Certificate Graduate with knowledge in the care of indoor and outdoor gardens and plant life in commercial and public locations such as botanical gardens, hotels, and malls. Monitors and maintains plant health. Waters gardens, lawns, and landscapes. Demonstrates physical stamina, self-motivation, and flexibility to ensure responsibilities are met in a timely fashion and colleagues’ work is made easier.

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Contractor

Experienced, results-oriented contractor with a background in logistics, management, and repair and maintenance. Several projects with competing priorities, such as infrastructure provision, regular inspections, and process control, were dominated. Exceptional cost estimate skills and experience working on restoration and new construction projects. Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, workers, machinery, and materials required for the project. Focused and aware of all minor and major construction standards.

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Civil engineering

Result oriented civil engineer offering a focused ability to evaluating and developing innovative solutions to engineering problems. Looking to secure a challenging position within a reputable construction company that offers access to bigger and intriguing projects.

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Construction worker

A highly skilled and motivated general laborer with 6+ years of experience is seeking a position in a manufacturing or production environment to use expertise for productive purposes and demonstrate the willingness and abilities to become an asset to the company.

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Architect

Ambitions and creative architectural professional with consistency in delivering exceptional concepts and products looking for employment with a construction company for making improvements to existing frameworks.

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Heavy equipment operator

Work-oriented person with 6+ years of experience and excellent comprehension and analytical skills, looking for opportunities as a forklift operator in the corporate industry.

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Construction manager

Results-driven Construction Manager with 4+ years' experience in managing all facets of residential and commercial development projects. Seeking a new role with ABC Company to leverage construction expertise in delivering multi-million-dollar projects.

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Welder

Certified Welder seeking a position with ABC Company to leverage incomparable skills in fabrication techniques to aid in the production of high-quality steel structures.

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Landscaping

Hard-working individual seeking the right company to put my education, experience, and skills to work. Knowledgeable in the technical use of various tools and machines and ability to conduct physical labor to maintain outdoor residential and commercial settings.

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Contractor

A highly motivated contractor who appreciates the value of documentation and teamwork with 6+ years of experience in construction management is ready to utilize his abilities to achieve deadlines and search for a job in the industry to contribute skills and expertise.

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