Ian McKay
Summary
Accomplished Independent Contractor, Stagehand and Project Manager with a proven track record in expertly navigating complex construction challenges, ensuring safety, and enhancing team productivity. Apprentice Stagehand with expertise in rigging, technical setup and set construction. Exemplary physical stamina and lift capacity. Team player with excellent listening and communication skills. Fluent in English/French,
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Stage Hand
IATSE Local 471
07.2016 - Current
- Worked in all departments of stage craft with a primary focus on Rigging and Fly operation.
- Experience working in arena, outdoor festival and theater.
- Currently operating upon request as a Head and Assistant Flyman in the National Arts Center in Southam Hall and the Babs Asper Theatre.
Independent Contractor
Self Employed
08.2022 - 01.2025
- Active builder of adventure projects at height on rope.
- Working closely with ECOTREK on all aspects of Zipline and challenge course designed construction and installation.
- Working directly with clients on the original design, and on developing modifications throughout the process until the final product has been completed
- Working directly with engineers before and throughout the entire construction process to ensure all safety and building codes are met.
- Coordinated and managed multiple client projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills.
- Adapting the build to accommodate for real life circumstances that do not align with the original plans, while maintaining safety standards and keeping with the clients desired outcomes.
Project Manager
Great Canadian Bungee/Bungee Consultants Int.
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Consulted with clients to define objectives and develop scopes.
- Effectively managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope, and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Supervised day-to-day activities of a 6-person team of contractors to promote productivity and efficient use of resources, maintaining on-time and under-budget project delivery.
- Read and interpreted blueprints before planning or delegating days work to my teams.
- Produced regular project update reports for senior business leadership.
Operations Manager
Great Canadian Bungee
01.2016 - 12.2022
- Supervised operational staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill operational requirements.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to develop, refine and multiply the company's product offerings.
- Established positive and effective communication among all company departments, reducing miscommunications and ensuring deadlines are met.
Lead Trainer and Head Jump Master
Great Canadian Bungee
04.2009 - 04.2018
- Created and developed a ‘gold standard' module-based training and testing program in cooperation with Great Canadian Bungee and Bungee Consultants International that is still the foundation of their current training program and is used to train bungee jumper site operators internationally in their operations and rescue procedures.
- Created training schedules for trainees and presented weekly training programs.
- Facilitated learning through classroom instruction, on-the-job coaching and virtual training for 18 employees.
- Recruited, trained and mentored new instructors.
- Chaired staff and monthly management meetings, communicating current progress towards training goals to staff and senior management.
- Supervised all jump crew and monitored and encouraged their development as they progressed through the company
- Traveled internationally to train and certify jump site crews abroad.
Education
High School Diploma -
Confederation High School
Ottawa, ONHigh Angle Rescue
Robert Chisnall
Ottawa, ONSkills
- Jobsite Safety
- Work well under pressure
- Situational awareness
- Team collaboration
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Project management
- Supervisory skill
- Fluently bilingual English/French
- Client relationship building
Accomplishments
- https://campfortune.com/en/ziplines/
- https://www.ziptopia.com/
- https://canyonski.ca/adventurepark/
- https://homesteadmarketplace.ca/news/homestead-adventure-park/
- https://www.tourismgolden.com/Golden-Skybridge
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Independent Contractor
Self Employed
08.2022 - 01.2025
Project Manager
Great Canadian Bungee/Bungee Consultants Int.
01.2020 - 01.2023
Stage Hand
IATSE Local 471
07.2016 - Current
Operations Manager
Great Canadian Bungee
01.2016 - 12.2022
Lead Trainer and Head Jump Master
Great Canadian Bungee
04.2009 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Confederation High School
High Angle Rescue
Robert Chisnall
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