Nick Mainville
Beaumont,AB
Summary
Civil Trades Site Supervisor with 13+ years’ experience supervising the daily activities of roadworks, earthworks, and underground utilities. Expert in reading and interpreting blueprints, providing layout, coordinating materials and subcontractors, and recording daily activities. Dedicated to safety with a “nobody gets hurt” attitude; history of guiding safe work practices in high pressure environments while maintaining project quality, schedule, and budgets. A resourceful and result-oriented team player with integrity, professionalism, and personal presence that earns respect and inspires cooperation. Possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and decision making skills together with a positive approach to problem solving and resolving conflict. A track record of building successful teams and promoting teamwork through motivating, coaching, and consensus-building. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and Site Docs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Excavator Operator
Blue Marlon Oilfield Services
10.2023 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
- Improved overall job satisfaction among crew members by consistently displaying a strong work ethic, professionalism, and dedication to teamwork.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability initiatives through responsible soil management and erosion control practices.
- Performed repairs on excavator engines, throttles and pedals.
- Strengthened communication within the team by participating in regular safety meetings and debriefs following each workday.
- Coordinated machine actions with other crew member activities by positioning and moving loads to necessary locations.
- Supported crew members in various tasks such as grading terrain, leveling surfaces, or compacting soil when necessary.
- Streamlined workflow processes through effective coordination with supervisors regarding daily activity plans and priorities.
- Enhanced worksite safety by performing daily equipment inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Achieved optimal excavator performance by diligently following manufacturer recommendations for equipment use, maintenance, and care.
- Minimized risk of injury during operation through strict adherence to OSHA safety guidelines and best practices in the industry.
- Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and repairing minor mechanical issues with the excavator.
- Maximized fuel efficiency through careful planning of routes and strategic use of machinery during operation periods.
- Followed markers, work instructions and hand signals to complete accurate work.
- Followed standard operating procedures as guidelines for operating and maintaining vehicles.
- Performed equipment inspections before and after each shift, turning in equipment logs to supervisor.
- Coordinated machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals.
- Employed safe digging practices in line with machine capabilities and limitations to prevent hazards.
Civil Superintendent, Excavator Operator
Matcon Underground Utilty Limited
05.2019 - 09.2023
- Ensure projects are built according to approved plans, specifications, and design drawings while maintaining high quality standards and excellence in safety
- Develop, maintain, and drive the construction schedule in conjunction with project team; ensure project milestones and completion dates are met
- Strategically plan and implement manpower levels and material quantities and ensure proper equipment and trades are available as required
- Perform site inspections and daily tool box talks to train crews on safe work practices and hazard awareness
- Oversee crews of 22+; lead crews to install deep utilities in difficult ground conditions open cut and shored; guide, coach, and train project team members; supervise employees and sub-contractors to achieve all required project deliverables
- Read and interpret drawings and specifications to provide clear instructions to the crew
- Maintain daily records including crew and equipment time, material receiving, productions and summary of activity on site
- Liaise with the project manager to plan ahead and ensure materials and resources are in place ahead of the work
- Set up instruments and set elevations
- Ensure that all site equipment is safely maintained to reduce equipment failure and time loss
- Read drawings and prepare notes to lay various municipal pipe types and systems; understand offset layout and cut sheets provided by subcontracted survey companies
- Maintain, check and transport survey instruments
- Keep notes to record installation details and accurately transpose all of those to as built drawings neatly
- Problem solve through coordination with management and engineering professionals
- Assemble and install underground pipes, fittings, and valves of various sizes; check and test pipes to ensure that they were functioning properly
- Aid crews in joining, wrapping, and sealing sections of pipe
- Use hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert them to hazards
- Operate and maintain heavy equipment; excavators, bull dozers, bob cats, dump trucks, drum rollers, and rock trucks.
- Established effective working relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly to maintain trust and rapport.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations by conducting regular safety meetings and providing necessary training for construction personnel.
- Directed field personnel to complete project on schedule, within budget and with quality workmanship conforming to plans and specifications.
- Supervised a team of construction workers, providing guidance and mentoring for skill development.
- Leveraged strong communication skills to foster collaboration among team members, resulting in improved problem-solving and decision-making processes.
- Optimized resource allocation by monitoring project progress and adjusting schedules as needed to minimize delays or disruptions.
- Implemented quality control measures, resulting in fewer defects and increased client satisfaction.
- Participated in pre-construction meetings to identify potential challenges and develop proactive solutions.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety regulations.
- Monitored work performance and productivity of subcontractors to comply with specifications, procedures, quality and safety requirements.
Civil Foreman
Metric Civil Contractors
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Trained new crew members, resulting in increased productivity and reduced error rates on the job site.
- Conducted thorough pre-construction meetings with clients to establish clear expectations regarding scope, timeline, budget constraints.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop accurate schedules, budgets, and progress reports for stakeholders.
- Reduced project delays by effectively managing and coordinating work crews on job sites.
- Developed comprehensive risk assessments for potential hazards on job sites, leading to a reduction in accidents and injuries among crew members.
- Improved communication between team members through the use of advanced technology tools such as GPS systems and mobile apps.
- Mentored junior staff members, instilling a strong work ethic and dedication to project success.
- Consistently exceeded performance targets while meeting strict deadlines on multiple concurrent projects.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally throughout the project lifecycle.
- Enhanced project efficiency by implementing streamlined processes for construction tasks.
- Achieved timely completion of projects through diligent oversight of daily operations and resource allocation.
- Implemented quality control measures for each stage of construction, leading to fewer defects and rework requirements.
Foreman/Lead Hand
BEL Contracting
01.2006
Motor Man
Savanna Drilling
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Organized crews and delegated daily tasks
- Maintained engines and boilers; performed general maintenance and repairs around the rig
- Completed housekeeping around motors and oil house; kept oil and grease off floors and oilcans clean and water free; checked that all fan belts were kept tight and reported cooling system or oil leaks
- Maintained and overhauled safety equipment, fire extinguishers, and breathing apparatus.
Education
High School Diploma -
Abbotsford Senior Secondary School
Skills
- Resource Management
- Crew Supervision
- Site Supervision/Coordination
- Procure Materials
- Logistics
- Scheduling
- Oversee Subcontractors
- Manage Budgets
- Crew Training
- Daily Tool Box Talks
- Safety Inspections
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance
- Ground Utilities
- Sanitary/Storm Water Sewer
- Pipe Laying
- Road Construction
- Plowing/Trenching
- GPS Systems
- Heavy Lifting
- Attention to Detail
- Daily Reporting
- Physical Stamina
- Project Leadership
- Worksite safety
- Site Inspection
- Project Planning
- Crew Leadership
- Workforce Management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Crew Scheduling
- Job Planning
- Quality Control
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Construction deadlines
- Material ordering
- Team Leadership
- Equipment Operation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Stress Tolerance
- Decision-Making
- Employee Motivation
- Relationship Building
Certification
- Confined Space
- CSTS
- WorkSafeBC Supervisor Training
- OFA Level 1
- Leadership for Safety Excellence
- H2S Alive
- TDG
- Construction Management
- Excavation Safety Ground Disturbance Level 2 – Supervisor
- Excavation Safety Ground Disturbance 201
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Excavator Operator
Blue Marlon Oilfield Services
10.2023 - Current
Civil Superintendent, Excavator Operator
Matcon Underground Utilty Limited
05.2019 - 09.2023
Civil Foreman
Metric Civil Contractors
01.2018 - 01.2019
Motor Man
Savanna Drilling
01.2012 - 01.2014
Foreman/Lead Hand
BEL Contracting
01.2006
High School Diploma -
Abbotsford Senior Secondary School
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