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Bill Dawydiuk

Kamloops,BC

Summary

Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 30 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Manager

Twin Valley Contracting Ltd
09.2023 - Current

Oversee day to day activities throughout the company. Work closely with HR and Safety to ensure a safe culture for all workers.

  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Mining Superintendent

Nhwelmen Construction Limited Partnership
09.2021 - 07.2023
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to maintain compliance with industry regulations and standards.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and clients.
  • Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents and improved employee wellbeing.
  • Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
  • Developed comprehensive budgets and schedules to ensure timely project completion within allocated resources.
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
  • Oversee large scale dam raises at HVC Mine, work closely with engineers and client to meet budgets and timelines effectively and safely.
  • Large de-watering projects
  • Major road relocation projects

General Manager

Twin Valley Contracting Ltd
09.2018 - 09.2021
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.

VP of Operations

Lake Excavating Ltd
06.2013 - 09.2018
  • Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.

Civil Superintendent

Lake Excavating Ltd
03.2008 - 06.2013

Responsible for overseeing the construction of the GDP3 project for Taseko Mining Group at Gibraltar Mine.

Work closely with the engineering group to meet cost and timeline targets.

Construct sand and earth dams on time and under budget.

Performed cleanup and work closely with Imperial Mines for 14 months on the cleanup from the tailings dam failure at Mount Polley. Rebuilt roads, install bridges and build settling ponds near the outlet to Quesnel Lake.

Oversee logging operations and construction of roads and clearing sites for hydro pole installs for the ILM Power Line through the Fraser Canyon.

Working closely with Flatiron-Graham to meet environmental requirements and daily production goals.

Business Manager

Pioneer Logging
04.2003 - 03.2008

    Responsible for day to day operations for a large scale logging and trucking company.

    Work closely with finance and safety.

    Look after contract negotiations, vendor relationships, training of new workers.

Education

Business And Marketing

Douglas College
New Westminster BC
1986

Skills

  • Cost analysis and savings
  • Staff Management
  • Production
  • Program Administration
  • Scheduling
  • Planning and Implementation
  • Product Management
  • Decision-Making

Certification

Restricted Shifter Certificate

WCB Supervisor Safety Training

Timeline

Operations Manager

Twin Valley Contracting Ltd
09.2023 - Current

Mining Superintendent

Nhwelmen Construction Limited Partnership
09.2021 - 07.2023

General Manager

Twin Valley Contracting Ltd
09.2018 - 09.2021

VP of Operations

Lake Excavating Ltd
06.2013 - 09.2018

Civil Superintendent

Lake Excavating Ltd
03.2008 - 06.2013

Business Manager

Pioneer Logging
04.2003 - 03.2008

Business And Marketing

Douglas College
Bill Dawydiuk