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, ABSkills
- 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
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