Bret Ford
Surrey,BC
Summary
Experienced construction superintendent with a proven track record of successfully overseeing and managing construction projects from start to finish. Skilled in coordinating and supervising all aspects of construction, including scheduling, budgeting, and quality control. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with project stakeholders, subcontractors, and the construction team. Strong understanding of safety protocols and regulations, ensuring a safe working environment for all workers. Resourceful Site Supervisor tenacious about keeping operations on-schedule and on-budget. Successful at coordinating diverse resources and satisfying tough clients according to demanding timelines.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety consultant (contract)
Landcraft developments
Surrey, Bc
08.2023 - Current
- Composed and implemented a tracking system for employee training courses, creating schedules to effectively onboard and manage new workers, ensuring alignment with project requirements
- Conducted investigations into safety concerns and incidents, gathering pertinent information and compiling detailed reports for superiors
- Implemented compliance by issuing violation warnings in non-compliant situations
- Assessed site contamination levels on a proactive schedule, promptly identifying and addressing concerns to ensure timely and effective handling of potential hazards
- Improved workplace safety for employees with diligent attention to behaviors, processes, and environmental concerns
- Established health and safety standards
- Orientate new employees resulting in reduced incidents and injury levels
- Coordinate and lead HR to train new employees about safety measures.
Superintendent
Enrich development
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Delivered hands-on assistance at job locations to aid workers in completing tasks more efficiently and effectively
- Streamlined processes, actively coordinated various teams and departments to work together effectively
- Enhanced site safety by introducing more efficient training programs and conducting inspections to mitigate potential hazards
- Spearheaded training programs successfully enhancing instructor abilities
- Managed site safety improved training and inspection strategies
- Monitored resource utilization and sourced supplies
- Maximized productivity and maintain progress against goals
- Implemented better budgets and made determinations for spending and capital improvements.
General Manager
Delware contracting
01.2015 - 03.2022
- Achieved revenue and profit targets through solid budget control strategies
- Resolved employee and vendor issues by employing active conflict mediation and exceptional problem-solving skills, creating successful resolution
- Delivered top-notch service standards and ensured quality
- Led teams by example delivering exceptional standards of work
- Created strong, resilient teams by identifying and onboarding highly qualified candidates for key positions
- Implemented successful training program to upskill employees
- Optimized brand quality standards across all service levels
- Held teams accountable to rules and regulations establishing Safer consistent Productivity.
General Foreman
Matcon
05.2011 - 08.2015
- Delegated staff for smooth project execution
- Monitored and evaluated crew and subcontractor performance, providing timely feedback resulting in high-quality workmanship and adherence to project standards
- Closely enforced worksite safety measures, ensuring the implementation and promotion of protocols to better protect the well-being of all workers and minimized the risk of accidents
- Kept customers and stakeholders updated on job progress
- Motivated employee development through positive leadership, training, and supervision
- Supervised staff and subcontractor performance and provided consistent feedback
- Contacted suppliers and coordinated delivery of materials to job site
- Oversaw team activities to maximize productivity and maintain progress against goals.
Education
Diploma - Construction site managment
Alison Academy
Vancouver, British Columbia03.2020
Diploma - Risk management and hazard recognition
Alison Academy
Vancouver, British Columbia04.2018
Certification - Human resources, Construction management
Canadian Construction Association
Burnaby, British Columbia02.2017
Certification - Environmental Health and Safety
Alison Academy
Vancouver, BC01.2015
Certification - Awarded CSO certification
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC02.2012
Skills
- Schedule Development
- Performance Improvements
- Contract Management
- Ms office
- Quality control
- Project management
- Compliance
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Vendor Management
- Critical Thinking
- Regulatory Compliance
- Construction Safety
- Safety Policy Development
- Deficiency Documentation
Affiliations
Canadian construction association
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There’s no shortage of remarkable ideas, what’s missing is the will to execute them.
Seth Godin
Timeline
Safety consultant (contract)
Landcraft developments
08.2023 - Current
Superintendent
Enrich development
03.2020 - 12.2022
General Manager
Delware contracting
01.2015 - 03.2022
General Foreman
Matcon
05.2011 - 08.2015
Diploma - Construction site managment
Alison Academy
Diploma - Risk management and hazard recognition
Alison Academy
Certification - Human resources, Construction management
Canadian Construction Association
Certification - Environmental Health and Safety
Alison Academy
Certification - Awarded CSO certification
British Columbia Institute of Technology
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