Brian Jeck
Kelowna,Canada
Summary
Experienced and skilled professional seeking leadership opportunities in the construction industry. Successfully completed challenging earthworks projects on time and within budget, including over 400 km of heavy industry roads and 55 bridges. Possesses extensive knowledge of heavy equipment and its applications, with the ability to work independently in remote locations with limited communication. Proven expertise in contract supervision and contractor management within the earthworks industry, coupled with hands-on experience navigating rough terrains. Offers over 30 years of contractor and management experience in the heavy construction sector, thriving in challenging terrains and environments. Adept at overseeing the development of mines from inception to operational stages, with 9 years of experience as a mine construction manager. Skilled in interpreting and enforcing regulations to maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental practices on projects. Specializes in road building and earthworks.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Manager
Seabridge Gold
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Oversaw successful completion of multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Supervised team of 50+ construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
- Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
- Communicated daily with contractors to keep project fully operational.
- Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, leading to efficient collaboration.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm fair pricing and quality service.
- Reviewed engendering plans and drawings and provided valuable feedback for improving functionality or reducing costs without sacrificing quality.
- Managed budgeting and financial reporting for projects, ensuring transparency and adherence to financial guidelines.
- Conducted regular safety audits and training sessions, reinforcing culture of safety first on job site.
- Interviewed candidates to fill open positions.
- Contributed to development and implementation of a QA/QC program.
- Creating daily, weekly and monthly progress reports.
Earthworks Area Manager
New Gold Inc.
01.2015 - 02.2019
- Led a team of contractors and the New Gold construction fleet (heavy equipment) to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment.
- Managed daily site wide clearing, construction of dams, foundations, berms, etc. for optimal performance , ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant environmental and safety regulations, maintaining detailed records and documentation as required.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees.
- Managing site road maintenance.
- Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedules to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace injuries, conducting regular site inspections and safety meetings.
- Optimized supply chain logistics, ensuring timely delivery of materials and minimizing downtime.
Drill Support Manager/ Earthworks Area Manager
New Gold Inc.
11.2011 - 12.2014
- Assisted New Gold management team and geologists in the safe, efficient and productive exploration of their Blackwater properties.
- Coordinated the drilling operations of 272,000 meters per year.
- Managed 250-man camp operation and maintenance.
- Implemented sediment and erosion controls throughout site.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace injuries, conducting regular site inspections and safety meetings.
- Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
Manager
Paycore Drilling
04.2011 - 10.2011
- Accomplished multiple management tasks within established timeframes at Blackwater property.
- Implemented safety protocols, conducting regular site inspections and safety meetings.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Reduced downtime in operations by performing proactive maintenance on equipment.
- Coordinated transportation logistics for camp workers.
Earthworks Area Manager
Nova Gold Canada
03.2007 - 03.2008
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, maintaining detailed records and documentation as required.
- Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace injuries, conducting regular site inspections and safety meetings.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Managed procurement processes for timely delivery of materials.
- Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics.
Principal/Independent Contractor
BJ Contracting Ltd
01.1990 - 01.2006
- Managed and Supervised all activities of a mid sized heavy construction company
- Obtained, coordinated and supervised road and bridge construction contracts.
- Recruited and trained up to 25 employees per season plus sub contractors.
- Maintained safety standards, quality control and environmental protection.
- Interpreting road and bridge blue prints and engineered drawings.
- Repaired and maintained heavy construction equipment.
- Operateed heavy equipment.
- Performed controlled burns.
- Site reclamation planning and implementation.
- Stripping, drilling and blasting of quarry sites and rock cuts.
Equipment operator promoted to logging and road supervisor
Zeidler Forest Industries
01.1985 - 01.1990
- Building of logging roads with cat and excavator.
- Constructing bridges.
- Maintaining winter and summer logging roads with backhoe and grader.
- Performed controlled burning.
- Scheduled road maintenance
- Enforce safety and quality guidelines.
- Supervise logging and road maintenance crews
Education
High School Diploma -
McBride Secondary School
McBride, BC06.1979
Skills
- Project Management
- Construction management
- Site Management
- Construction safety
- Project Scheduling
- Interpreting Blueprints
- Operations Oversight
- Budget Management
- Subcontractor Oversight
- Decision-Making
- Cost Tracking
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
References
Available Upon Request
Languages
English
Professional Working
Certification
- OFA Level 1
- Transportation Endorsement
- Shiftboss certificate
Timeline
Construction Manager
Seabridge Gold
04.2022 - 07.2023
Earthworks Area Manager
New Gold Inc.
01.2015 - 02.2019
Drill Support Manager/ Earthworks Area Manager
New Gold Inc.
11.2011 - 12.2014
Manager
Paycore Drilling
04.2011 - 10.2011
Earthworks Area Manager
Nova Gold Canada
03.2007 - 03.2008
Principal/Independent Contractor
BJ Contracting Ltd
01.1990 - 01.2006
Equipment operator promoted to logging and road supervisor
Zeidler Forest Industries
01.1985 - 01.1990
High School Diploma -
McBride Secondary School
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