James Hirst
Nanaimo
Summary
Civil construction professional who excels in managing complex projects from inception to completion. Proven ability to enhance project efficiency and ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations. Known for collaborative leadership and commitment to achieving operational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Superintendent
QM Environmental
02.2024 - Current
- Advised project management and general superintendent of potential or real problems and assisted in resolving concerns.
- Developed comprehensive schedules to track milestones, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Created and updated schedule for area of responsibility.
- Directed field personnel to complete project on schedule, within budget and with quality workmanship conforming to plans and specifications.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations by conducting regular safety meetings and providing necessary training for construction personnel.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies with thorough analysis of potential hazards, environmental impact, and other factors affecting project success.
- Participated in pre-construction meetings to identify potential challenges and develop proactive solutions.
- Established effective working relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly to maintain trust and rapport.
- Streamlined documentation processes through the use of digital tools like Excel spreadsheets or project management software applications.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
Civil Area Manager
Argonaut Gold
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Led a team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment with the highest level of safety standards and culture.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance of multiple contractors (earthworks and mechanical) ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
- Overseen the construction of infrastructure, foundations, utilities, pipeworks, roads, tailings dam, fish habitat, open pit mining.
- Review contractor execution plans, JHA's and daily work plans.
- Continuously improved operational procedures through ongoing evaluation of existing practices, incorporating feedback from team members and adopting industry best practices.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, maintaining detailed records and documentation as required.
EPCM Superintendent
Wood Group PLC
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a safety culture with a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
- Working closely with engineering team for the development of pioneering water treatment system for Teck Coal. Overseen multiple discipline contractors for the construction of drilling program, foundations, pipeworks, heavy haul and light duty roads, underground utilities, pump and reduction pipeline stations.
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
- Established effective quality control measures for consistent delivery of high-quality construction projects.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance regularly, ensuring adherence to contract requirements and maintaining accountability throughout the lifecycle of each project.
General Foreman
Peace River Hydro Partners
02.2016 - 01.2019
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing a team of skilled workers.
- Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
- Led 150 person crew for all earthworks including infrastructure, foundations, underground utilities, heavy haul roads, diversion tunnels, spillways coffer dams, dykes, mass excavations, conveyor system.
Civil Superintendent
Quantum Environmental & Engineering Services, LLC
02.2011 - 01.2017
- Advised project management and general superintendent of potential or real problems and assisted in resolving concerns.
- Directed field personnel to complete project on schedule, within budget and with quality workmanship conforming to plans and specifications.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations by conducting regular safety meetings and providing necessary training for construction personnel.
- Pioneering environmental standards and projects nation wide. Emergency response for rail and hwys, title coffer dam mass excavation. Mining/rail/residential remediation. Overseen multiple projects, crews, disciplines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Windsor Secondary
North Vancouver, BC06-1987
Skills
- Professionalism
- Client relations
- Safety management
- Change order management
- Contractor management
- Site coordination
- Inspection procedures
- Earthworks management
- Environmental compliance
- Civil engineering
- Heavy equipment operation
Accomplishments
Completed many unique challenging projects throughout my 36 years in the construction industry, developing large family of colleges that support each other with recommendations and referrals.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Civil Superintendent
QM Environmental
02.2024 - Current
Civil Area Manager
Argonaut Gold
01.2023 - 02.2024
EPCM Superintendent
Wood Group PLC
01.2019 - 01.2023
General Foreman
Peace River Hydro Partners
02.2016 - 01.2019
Civil Superintendent
Quantum Environmental & Engineering Services, LLC
02.2011 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Windsor Secondary
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