Ernesto Leon
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
Dynamic Landscape Construction Foreman with a proven track record at Celios Landscaping, excelling in project management and effective communication. Skilled in hardscape installation and team leadership, I consistently delivered high-quality results, enhancing client satisfaction and fostering repeat business through meticulous attention to detail and a dedicated work ethic.
Professional in landscape construction with solid background in site management, project planning, and budget oversight. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring adaptability to changing needs. Proficient in landscape design, soil preparation, irrigation systems, and equipment operation, while exhibiting reliability and effective leadership.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Construction Foreman
Celios Landscaping
02.2016 - Current
- Reduced project completion times through effective communication and coordination with team members and clients.
- Implemented effective time management strategies to balance competing priorities and ensure project milestones were met on schedule.
- Collaborated with designers to create visually appealing landscapes that met the needs of clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Evaluated team performance to identify areas for improvement, providing constructive feedback and guidance as needed.
- Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress, address issues promptly, and maintain open lines of communication with clients.
- Mentored junior team members in best practices for landscape construction techniques, fostering a skilled workforce capable of delivering high-quality results.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure all aspects of landscape construction met or exceeded industry standards and client expectations.
- Consistently delivered high-quality results by maintaining a strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence in all aspects of landscape construction.
- Promoted a safe work environment, adhering to safety guidelines, conducting regular inspections, and providing necessary training to staff members.
- Increased client satisfaction rates by ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between phases of construction through thorough planning efforts resulting in minimal downtime between tasks.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
Landscape Foreman
Leon Landscaping
03.2009 - 04.2016
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Increased efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work environment both on job sites and at the company yard.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes, and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Operated skid steers, wheel loaders, forklifts, and yard goats.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Answered questions and addressed customer concerns according to rigorous timetables, supporting diverse lawn health and landscape development requests.
- Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time.
- Developed new business opportunities by establishing strong working relationships with clients and industry professionals.
- Enhanced overall project performance with strong attention to detail, resulting in fewer errors and rework during installation and maintenance tasks.
- Boosted client satisfaction through timely completion of landscape installations, maintenance, and repairs.
- Monitored weekly and daily scheduled tasks to achieve desired workflow speed.
- Promoted safety awareness among crew members through regular meetings, training sessions, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Enhanced landscape aesthetics by designing and implementing various hardscape and softscape projects.
- Identified tools, machinery and personnel required for projects and properly managed resources.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crawford High School
San Diego, CA05-2012
Skills
- Tree planting
- Heavy lifting
- Concrete work
- Retaining walls
- Fence installation
- Soil preparation
- Hardscape installation
- Plant identification
- Irrigation systems
- Turf management
- Site grading
- Drainage solutions
- Erosion control
- Water features
- Lighting installation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Worksite safety
- Construction supervision
- Workplace safety
- Critical thinking
- Electrical installation
- Planning and scheduling
- Dedicated work ethic
- Site coordination
- Safety policies and procedures
- Crew leadership
- Effective communication
- Job site safety
- Decision-making
- Commercial and residential projects
- Finish carpentry
- Customer relations
- Tool maintenance
- Site inspection
- Schematics and blueprints
- Construction vehicles operation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Equipment operation
- Dimensions and measurements
- Conflict resolution
- Employee training
- Project leadership
- Staff management
- Job planning
- Task delegation
- Materials management
- Safety oversight
- Quality control
- Structural repairs
- Drywall installation
- Inventory control
- Crew supervision
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Project deadlines
- Physical stamina
- Maintenance management
- Wood and metal framing
- Project management
- OSHA compliance
- Team mentoring
- Subcontractor management
- Performance monitoring
- Equipment maintenance
- OSHA regulations
- Workflow optimization
- Blueprint interpretation
- Project planning
- Residential construction
- Business management
- Daily reporting
- Commercial construction experience
- Crew scheduling
- Production and processing
- Construction management
- Cost estimation
- Workforce management
- Foundation construction
- Raw materials
- Project reporting
- Spanish fluency
- Construction procedures
- Equipment oversight
- Drywalling
- Technical documentation
Timeline
Landscape Construction Foreman
Celios Landscaping
02.2016 - Current
Landscape Foreman
Leon Landscaping
03.2009 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Crawford High School
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