Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Nathan Blacquiere

Kinsella,AB

Summary

Proficient team leader experienced in managing crews to accomplish demanding, deadline-oriented work. Skilled in assigning jobs, coordinating schedules and managing resources. Top-notch planner, multitasker and problem-solver.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Foreman

GCS Energy Services
Hardisty, Alberta
06.2019 - Current
  • Managed sites with over 100 people, having 8 Foreman working under my direction, building schedules and working closely with client representatives.
  • Analyzed blueprints and other documents to plan layout of projects.
  • Provided technical advice to staff regarding operational issues and problems.
  • Monitored project progress to ensure efficient use of resources and timely completion of tasks.
  • Developed and implemented job plans for construction projects.
  • Supervised, trained, and evaluated assigned personnel in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Scheduled regular maintenance checks on heavy machinery used at worksite.
  • Oversaw all aspects of construction including scheduling personnel and supplies as needed.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from clients or owners representatives related to project status or progress.
  • Resolved conflicts between workers regarding job assignments, methods, or deadlines.
  • Assisted in the preparation of bids for new contracts by providing input on labor costs and material requirements.

Equipment Operator

Voice Construction
Edmonton, Alberta
06.2017 - 06.2019
  • I worked as a finishing operator, I am proficient on all heavy earthworks equipment.
  • Maintained daily logs of machine operations and reported any mechanical or safety issues to supervisor.
  • Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
  • Worked closely with surveyors, engineers and other personnel onsite during construction projects.
  • Monitored operation of equipment to ensure proper functioning in accordance with safety regulations.

Pipeline Foreman

Carson welding
Wainwright, Alberta
02.2016 - 02.2017
  • Worked as a field Foreman on small pipeline projects.
  • Developed operational plans to meet project objectives while minimizing costs.
  • Provided input into budget planning process by estimating labor costs associated with upcoming projects.
  • Monitored progress of work activities and provided technical guidance to crew members.

Operations Liaison

TC Energy
Hardisty, Alberta
03.2012 - 01.2016
  • I Worked closely with engineering to develop drain and flood plans.
  • Mitigated between operations and construction to schedule outages and plan shut downs.
  • Planning and coordinate projects, provide all necessary permitting to contractors during construction
  • Managed special projects, Process reports and budgeting

Pipeline Superintendent

Trevor King Oilfield service
Wainwright, Alberta
01.2008 - 01.2012
  • Managed small pipeline jobs and lease building
  • Performed pipefitting activities, Built drawing and piling layout diagrams, Managed on site Quality control
  • Monitored progress on pipeline projects, identified potential delays and took corrective action as necessary.
  • Directed the installation of pipelines and related equipment in compliance with applicable codes, standards and regulations.

Education

Irma School
Irma, AB

Skills

  • Site Inspections
  • Strategic Planning
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Onboarding and coaching
  • Job Planning
  • Effective Communication
  • Project Planning
  • Finishing equipment operator
  • Attendance monitoring
  • Company safety procedures
  • Quality Assurance
  • Recordkeeping requirements
  • JSA writing
  • Project deadlines

Certification

  • Class 6 Drivers License
  • H2S
  • Level 2 Ground disturbance
  • First Aid
  • LSE
  • CSTS
  • Basic Rigging
  • UTV Training

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

General Foreman

GCS Energy Services
06.2019 - Current

Equipment Operator

Voice Construction
06.2017 - 06.2019

Pipeline Foreman

Carson welding
02.2016 - 02.2017

Operations Liaison

TC Energy
03.2012 - 01.2016

Pipeline Superintendent

Trevor King Oilfield service
01.2008 - 01.2012

Irma School
Nathan Blacquiere