Ian Frost
Whitby
Summary
Construction professional with proven track record in overseeing ironworking operations and team management. Known for maintaining high standards and delivering quality results, with focus on collaboration and adaptability to evolving project needs. Skilled in blueprint interpretation, safety protocols, and team coordination.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Superintendent
Bird
03.2024 - Current
- Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
- Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
- Drove project objectives on day-to-day operational level by working closely with clients, decision-makers and vendors.
- Complied with safety protocols in plan coordination, eliminating potential risks.
- Assessed potential risks on job sites proactively mitigating them before they escalated into larger problems.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
Ironworker General Foreman
Antamex
01.2017 - 03.2024
- Mentored junior ironworkers to develop their skills and knowledge in construction methods and techniques.
- Coordinated with other trade professionals like electricians, plumbers, carpenters for seamless integration of work processes.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by optimizing material usage to deduce time spent on tasks during various stages of construction projects.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications with attention to detail, identifying potential challenges with drafting before they became critical issues on site.
Ironworker Foreman
Antamex
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Enhanced project efficiency by effectively managing and directing a team of ironworkers in the completion of construction tasks.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules, ensuring minimal downtime due to malfunctions or repair needs during critical project phases.
- Elevated team morale by fostering a positive work environment focused on collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
Ironworker Foreman
Bass Installations
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Increased productivity with efficient allocation of resources, tools, and manpower for each project phase.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between ironworkers and other trades for seamless integration of work scopes.
- Hoisted curtain wall components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Ironworker Foreman
Antamex
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Enhanced project efficiency by effectively managing and directing a team of ironworkers in the completion of construction tasks.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
Ironworker
Antamex
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Used guidelines to layout new construction project. Following these layout markings to help assist finding errors with contractor structure before it before an issue for the install team.
- Erected curtain wall panels for office towers and other structures.
- Upheld high-quality craftsmanship standards while working on complex projects, resulting in successful completion with minimal defects or rework required.
Education
CFQ Ironworker - Ironworking Apprenticeship
Local 721
Etobicoke, ON01-2008
CWB - Welding CWB
Durham College
Oshawa, None01-2001
Skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft office products, Procore and Bluebeam
- Understand safety and compliance in OSHA regulations
- Understanding of project estimates, project budgets and labour hours
- Labour management/logistics
- CFQ Ironworker
Languages
English
Certification
- Working at heights
- Supervisor training
- Emergency first aid CPR
- Power elevated work platform
- 0-8 Ton crane operator
- Forklift operator
- Suspended access equipment
Timeline
Construction Superintendent
Bird
03.2024 - Current
Ironworker General Foreman
Antamex
01.2017 - 03.2024
Ironworker Foreman
Antamex
01.2012 - 01.2017
Ironworker Foreman
Bass Installations
01.2010 - 01.2012
Ironworker Foreman
Antamex
01.2008 - 01.2012
Ironworker
Antamex
01.2004 - 01.2008
CFQ Ironworker - Ironworking Apprenticeship
Local 721
CWB - Welding CWB
Durham College
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