Howard Jones
Petersburg
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Masonry Foreman
Jes Construction
10.2014 - 06.2020
- Provided expert guidance on various masonry techniques, leading to increased skill levels within the team.
- Identified potential issues early in the planning stages of projects by conducting thorough site evaluations before commencing work.
- Maintained high quality standards for all masonry work, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Oversaw maintenance of tools and equipment, ensuring their proper functioning and extending their lifespan.
- Removed excess mortar and finished joints for uniform surface.
- Mixed mortar to lay bricks, stones and concrete sidewalks.
- Followed blueprints or drawings to lay blocks and bricks in correct arrangement.
Foreman
Southern Brick
04.1985 - 10.2014
- 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.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Optimized resource utilization for cost savings, carefully monitoring material usage and labor allocations.
- Achieved deadlines consistently, planning resources effectively and adjusting priorities as needed
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace..
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Kent High School
New Kent, VA05-1972
Skills
- Bricklaying skills
Timeline
Masonry Foreman
Jes Construction
10.2014 - 06.2020
Foreman
Southern Brick
04.1985 - 10.2014
High School Diploma -
New Kent High School