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Jacob Basisty

Edmonton

Summary

Responsible Foreman with excellent project oversight, team management and blueprint interpretation skills coupled with more than 2 years of Foreman experience. Achieves project milestones and adheres to deadlines and quality standards.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Topman

Kichton Contracting Ltd.
05.2024 - Current
  • Oversee precise pipe layout coordination, utilizing blueprints and surveys to ensure accurate excavation depths and optimal positioning for project success.
  • Communicate excavation details effectively to pipe layers and operators, enhancing workflow.
  • Install pipes, manholes, and catch basins with efficiency, recording geodetic elevations for accuracy.
  • Document as-builds and redline blueprints, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining high standards of project accuracy.
  • Facilitate collaborative problem-solving, achieving measurable project results.
  • Foster teamwork among pipe layers and operators by effectively communicating excavation details, enhancing workflow efficiency and project cohesion.

Foreman

Metric Civil Contractors
09.2023 - 04.2024
  • Improved project efficiency by implementing streamlined scheduling and resource allocation processes.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Optimized resource utilization for cost savings, carefully monitoring material usage and labor allocations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
  • Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
  • Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
  • Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
  • Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.

Junior Foreman

Emil Anderson Construction
10.2021 - 09.2023
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
  • Enhanced construction project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and maintaining organized documentation.
  • Reduced safety incidents by implementing comprehensive safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of the job site.
  • Successfully managed a team of workers, providing clear instructions and setting performance expectations to achieve quality results.
  • Maintained strong work ethics among crew members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high-quality output.
  • Collaborated with senior foreman for optimal project execution, contributing valuable insights during planning meetings and progress reviews.
  • Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks while adhering to project specifications and standards.

Grade Person

Hall Constructors
12.2020 - 12.2021
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Laborer

Lakeview Contracting
07.2014 - 08.2016
  • Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
  • Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
  • Identified and reported hazards on job sites to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Dug trenches, ditches and holes to allow for utility, water and sewer installation and proper foundation for structures.

Education

Business Management Diploma -

Red Deer College
07-2018

Skills

  • Constructing daily work instruction forms and field level hazard assessments making sure the crew is aware of hazards and tasks for the day Continuously adding to documents as tasks change throughout the day
  • Constructing 2-4 week schedules with Prime Contractors and other trades
  • Working with the rest of the supervisor crew to assemble daily toolbox talks and weekly constructive safety improvement meetings
  • Setting up GPS and TPS base stations, general layout with such (as builts, road structure, pipe layout etc)
  • Daily time card and data entry tracking
  • Creating, adding to, and submitting inspections of work being completed on Procore
  • Reviewing documents, drawings and specifications
  • Delegating tasks, and leading by example
  • Working with grades in instances such as curb, sidewalk, road base structure, and pipe
  • Setting CB's, Manholes, and pipe install
  • Knowledgeable at lock block wall, MSE, retaining wall construction start to finish
  • Highway and road construction setting grades working with the operator to grade all gravels, setting stakes for the operator
  • Member of EAC (Emil Anderson) continuous improvement safety team creating new safety programs collaboratively through group cooperation
  • Can operate an excavator, dozer, loader, skid steer, everything but grader
  • Excellent at anything grades, strive for excellence and tight tolerances
  • Fullford rigging certificate, confined space, fall arrest certification, RSTS/CSTS and first aid
  • Quick learner who wants more from their job and is constantly looking for improvement and advancement opportunity

References

Dean Marquette

Brandt

(780) 203-2927


Craig Moffat

Metric Civil

(604) 306-9445

Timeline

Topman

Kichton Contracting Ltd.
05.2024 - Current

Foreman

Metric Civil Contractors
09.2023 - 04.2024

Junior Foreman

Emil Anderson Construction
10.2021 - 09.2023

Grade Person

Hall Constructors
12.2020 - 12.2021

Laborer

Lakeview Contracting
07.2014 - 08.2016

Business Management Diploma -

Red Deer College

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