Gawain Docherty
Summary
Focused Foreman considered expert in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Dedicated team player committed to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Pursuing role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Foreman
Horizon North Camps & Catering
09.2019 - Current
- Project activities and hands on supervision
- Execute the receiving, positioning, and complexing of units
- Ensure Safe work practices are being followed by all crew members
- Resolve problems as they arise.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Carpentry Lead
Horizon North Camps & Catering
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Monitor project activities and hands on supervision
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of the project
- Receive and complex units
- Construction and installation of fixtures such as decks, stairs, doors, and windows.
- Operated variety of hand and power tools to complete daily duties.
- Demolished and disposed of structures and materials.
- Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.
- Supervised teams of employees, answering questions and providing feedback on work progress.
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
Carpenter
Grande Prairie
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
Carpentry Lead
Horizon North Manufacturing
11.2013 - 01.2018
- Supervised teams of up to 6 employees, answering questions and providing feedback on work progress.
- Addressed employee issues and conflicts, applying listening and communication skills to promote quick resolution.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites, verifying supply readiness prior to project start.
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize efficiency.
- Operated variety of hand and power tools to complete daily duties.
- Demolished and disposed of structures and materials.
- Used various materials to construct, install and repair property such as walls, ceilings, floors and windows.
Carpenter
Horizon North Manufacturing
07.2013 - 10.2013
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
Carpenter
Guisti Group
05.2012 - 10.2013
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
Site Foreman
Oceanview Construction
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Coordinated site investigations, documented issues, and escalated to executive teams.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Carpenter
Oceanview Construction
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
Education
Red Seal - Carpentry
Camosun College
Victoria, BC06.2009
Skills
- Materials Estimating
- Project Site Supervision
- Inspect Job Sites
- Site Analysis
- Verify Work Quality
- Crew Safety Meetings
- Subcontractor Coordination
- Site Installations
- Site Coordination
- Job Planning
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Safety Oversight
Certification
- Supervisor Level II- Surface certificate Northwest Territories and Nunavut Training - 2019
Timeline
Site Foreman
Horizon North Camps & Catering
09.2019 - Current
Carpentry Lead
Horizon North Camps & Catering
01.2018 - 09.2019
Carpenter
Grande Prairie
01.2016 - 01.2018
Carpentry Lead
Horizon North Manufacturing
11.2013 - 01.2018
Carpenter
Horizon North Manufacturing
07.2013 - 10.2013
Carpenter
Guisti Group
05.2012 - 10.2013
Site Foreman
Oceanview Construction
01.2006 - 01.2012
Carpenter
Oceanview Construction
01.2003 - 01.2006
Red Seal - Carpentry
Camosun College
- Supervisor Level II- Surface certificate Northwest Territories and Nunavut Training - 2019
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