Blaine Savard
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Labour and Operating Engineer Foreman with a proven track record at Bird Construction. Enhancing productivity through effective problem-solving, fast response and team mentorship. I excel in project management, meeting deadlines, and hazard identification. Ensuring compliance and minimizing disruptions while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Engineer Forman
Bird Construction
BHP Jansen Potash Mine, Saskatchewan
02.2022 - 06.2025
- Implemented improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced equipment failures.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by quickly identifying issues during equipment operation, corrective actions to prevent further complications or potential hazards arising within the work environment.
- Collaborated with project managers to coordinate schedules, manage resources, and meet deadlines.
- Improved team productivity by providing ongoing training and mentorship for junior engineers.
- Developed solutions-oriented approaches to address challenges during project phases, while minimizing disruptions to timelines.
- Streamlined operations by optimizing equipment usage and reducing unnecessary expenses.
- Coordinated engineering assignments for multiple simultaneous projects to fulfill project requirements.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Prepared plans for the next days work, used foresite to prepare the team for next phases
Laborer Foreman
Bird Construction
Kitimat, BC
07.2016 - 12.2022
- Conducted regular site inspections, assessing site conditions, to ensure compliance with safety regulations and addressing any concerns promptly
- Led crews, implemented well-defined instructions to help each crew member understand assignments, while being motivating, to meet demanding project targets
- Coordinated with subcontractors to maintain efficient schedules that minimized downtime between phases of construction projects.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently developing contingency plans when unforeseen circumstances arose during projects.
- Utilized strong communication skills when presenting updates on project progress at daily and weekly meetings or interacting directly with clients regarding their expectations.
- Assisted in training new laborers on standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to promote a safe and organized environment.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities while maintaining focus on quality workmanship.
Skills
- Heavy equipment, Rock truck
- Industrial safety
- Materials handling and movement
- Equipment inspection
- Health and safety compliance
- Project management, Labor relations
- Pump truck training, extensive experience small and large pours
- Time management, Problem-solving abilities, Site clean up
- Critical thinking, Hazard identification, Dependable and punctual
Certification
Frontline Leadership Certificate
Confined Space Entry/Monitor
Supervising Ground Disturbance 201
Scot
CSTS 2020
WHIMIS 2015
Site Safety
Fall Protection
Timeline
Operating Engineer Forman
Bird Construction
02.2022 - 06.2025
Laborer Foreman
Bird Construction
07.2016 - 12.2022