Eric Richard
Pennfield
Summary
Hardworking professional experienced in the field and ready for challenging assignments. Reliable in completing quality work and exceeding expectations.
Resourceful recognized for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in project management, blueprint reading, and safety compliance. Excel at leadership, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring projects are completed on time and to standard.
Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse construction projects. Translates directives of architects, constructions managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpenter Foreman
G. Ryan carpentry
Pennfield
01.2016 - Current
- Supervise daily carpentry tasks and ensured team adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated project schedules and managed resource allocation for efficient workflow.
- Trained junior carpenters on tools, techniques, and best practices in carpentry, scaffold, and concrete
- Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and deliver custom solutions.
- Managed inventory of materials and tools to ensure project readiness.
- Interpreted blueprints or drawings for construction projects and ensured accuracy of measurements.
- Trained and mentored employees, offering assistance and insight into completing job tasks when needed.
- Performed carpentry duties such as measuring, cutting, fitting, nailing, fastening and installing materials according to instructions.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of a team of carpenters to ensure projects were completed in a timely manner.
- Promoted speedy resolution of conflicts and issues between team members by listening and communicating well with involved parties.
- Implemented better methods of production to strengthen best practices.
- Trained new hires in safe use of tools and equipment; reviewed safety guidelines with crew members regularly.
- Ordered necessary materials for each job site based on project plans or specifications provided by clients.
- Collaborated with other supervisors and managers within the organization to coordinate larger-scale construction projects.
- Adhered strictly to all applicable building codes, regulations and safety laws.
- Patched roofs, installed floors and repaired broken windows and walls.
- Organized storage areas at job sites in order to maintain a clean working environment while protecting tools from theft or damage.
- Recommended changes in procedures or operational methods to improve efficiency.
- Added door jambs, replaced handrails and installed insulation.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly when they arose during the course of a project.
- Well rounded with concrete, drywall, crackfill, and paint.
Superintendent
Munroe electric
Rouyn-Noranda
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed daily operations of all trades, labourers, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and trucking.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation for multiple trades
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections to assess work quality and adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with contractors to resolve issues and improve workflow efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records such as daily logs, time sheets, inspection reports, for each project.
- Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Conducted regular meetings with contractors, subcontractors, laborers to review progress and address any issues, concerns.
- Planned, managed and coordinated construction activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Coordinated installation activities for projects to promote smooth workflow and achieve quality standards.
- Adhered strictly to company policies and procedures while overseeing operations at the site.
- Ensured that all subcontractors are in compliance with contract documents by conducting regular inspections of their workmanship.
- Inspected construction sites regularly to detect potential safety hazards and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Recognized and enforced quality standards through daily inspection of construction sites.
- Oversaw complete construction process to maximize quality, cost controls and efficiency.
- Oversaw daily work of team using knowledge of local and national building codes for construction areas.
- Collaborated with engineers, architects and other professionals to discuss plans and resolve design issues.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing systems and processes related to construction operations.
- Supervised personnel to carry out maintenance on properties, buildings and fixtures.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
Scaffold General Foreman
Aluma
Saint John
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Supervised scaffold installation and dismantling processes on various job sites.
- Managed crew schedules to ensure effective workflow and timely project completion.
- Conducted safety inspections to maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
- Trained new employees on scaffold assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Resolved on-site issues by collaborating with team members and contractors.
- Implemented best practices for scaffold management to enhance productivity and safety.
- Ensured that all workers followed safety regulations when erecting or dismantling scaffolds.
- Developed a safe work environment by enforcing company policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance to scaffolders in order to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving personnel or equipment at the worksite.
- Managed and supervised scaffolding projects, ensuring safety standards were met.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure materials were delivered on-time.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities, including labor costs, material usage, and project progress.
- Participated in meetings with clients, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders as required.
- Safely and accurately built scaffolding in confined spaces like cooling towers.
- Safely constructed hung, tube and clamp and modular scaffolding systems.
- Repaired and replaced faulty or damaged scaffold materials.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
Education
Red Seal Carpenter - Carpenter
NBCC
Saint Andrews, NB 01.1989 - 01.1994
Skills
- Project management
- Blueprint interpretation
- Safety compliance
- Industrial construction
- Commercial construction
- Inventory management
- Tool training
- Multi-trade coordination
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Renovation oversight
- Blueprint reading
- Job site maintenance
- Painting and paperhanging
- Safety guidelines adherence
- General carpentry
- Flooring construction
- Heavy lifting
- Hand and power tools
- Residential construction
- Field supervision
- Site preparation
- Materials estimating
Certification
- Scaffold licence
- Member of the carpenter union since 1999.
- Carpenter red seal licence
- Working at heights
- Confined spaces
- National mentorship program
- Elevated work platform certificate (scissor lift, and manlift)
Affiliations
• Like to work in my garage on projects for the household, friends and family.
• Enjoy riding my motorcycle to relax on my free time.
• Enjoy walking/hiking to seek new adventures and scenery's.
• Very family orientated with children, and grandchildren.
Timeline
Superintendent
Munroe electric
04.2022 - 01.2023
Carpenter Foreman
G. Ryan carpentry
01.2016 - Current
Scaffold General Foreman
Aluma
01.2009 - 01.2016
Red Seal Carpenter - Carpenter
NBCC
01.1989 - 01.1994