John Simmie
Foreman
Sechelt,BC
Summary
Seasoned Foreman/Carpenter with a proven track record, demonstrating exceptional crew leadership and critical thinking.
30 years experience in the industry.
Achieved timely project completions and upheld stringent safety standards, enhancing operational efficiency.
Skilled in commercial and residential construction.
Experienced construction professional with strong track record of leading teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
Skilled in site supervision, safety compliance, and resource management.
Experienced and knowledgeable with all architectural, site drawings/plans.
Experienced with current step codes for compliancy efficient homes.
Reliable and focused on delivering high-quality results in every task.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Spani Developments
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Supervised daily operations to ensure project timelines and quality standards were met.
- Coordinated schedules and assigned tasks to skilled laborers for optimal workflow efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents and promoting safe work environments.
- Conducted regular inspections to assess work quality, addressing issues promptly with teams.
Foreman/Carpenter
Lincoln Construction
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Completed custom finishings on high end home.
- Renovated bathroom and office space for the Fire Service Branch.
- Completed multiple custom bathrooms and house/cabin renovations for the Salvation Army.
Owner/Operator
Little John Renovations LTD
10.2016 - 10.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Completed various custom jobs such as rott repair, to deck rebuilds to kitchen renovations.
- Completed multiple custom doors and windows refits.
- Custom Pergolas and gazebo.
Carpenter
Heatherbrae Builders
09.2009 - 11.2015
- Seismic Upgrades to various elementary schools, Queen Mary and Lord Bing.
- Completed the anti-vibration chamber at UBC.
- Completed the aquatic centre at UBC.
- Leaky condo repairs to various buildings throughout the lower mainland, which included rott repair, sealing, building envelope repairs/upgrades.
- Completed custom home builds.
- Custom decks and pool builds.
- Door and window refits.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prince of Wales
Vancouver, BC06-1990
Skills
Team leadership
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Foreman
Spani Developments
05.2025 - 11.2025
Foreman/Carpenter
Lincoln Construction
01.2024 - 01.2025
Owner/Operator
Little John Renovations LTD
10.2016 - 10.2023
Carpenter
Heatherbrae Builders
09.2009 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
Prince of Wales