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Ryan Morrison

Langley,BC

Summary

Highly skilled and experienced professional in heavy machinery operations and project management, with a strong background in supervising large-scale projects and leading diverse teams. Seeking a challenging role to utilize my expertise in construction, development, and machinery operations while contributing to the success of the organization.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

General Superintendent

United Group
01.2024 - Current
  • Managed landfill closure projects including liners, methane gas collection systems, and MSE walls
  • Led excavation projects for warehouses, including Coca-Cola, Wayfair, Canadian Tire and Heppell under Omicron and Eagle Builders
  • Managed construction on storm systems such as underground detention tanks and stormwater outfall infrastructure
  • Site Superintendant on the Highway 1 corridor expansion project
  • Collaborated with MOTT, density testers, geotechnical engineers, environmentalists, and sub-trades for efficient execution of projects
  • Supervised workers and logistics, dispatched employees, managed machinery and materials for various construction jobs.

Sole Proprietor

Rocky Mountain Earthworks
01.2017 - Current
  • Subcontracted as a heavy machinery operator and Foreman for companies such as Norlang Contracting, EXCON Excavating, and United Earth Contractors
  • Subcontracted Operator for : Excavators JD35, JD135, JD245, JD350 and JD470. Dozers JD450, JD700, JD750 and JD850.
  • Specialized in snow removal, minor landscaping and parking lot maintenance, under personal contracts
  • Promoted to Foreman at Ecowaste Industries under United Group in 2021
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
  • Owner of JD35G 2023 - Present

Superintendent/Foreman

United Group
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Supervised development preparation projects, including preloads, contaminated/invasive material handling, block wall installations, MSE wall installation, temporary and permanent road building.
  • Coordinated with teams on the construction of temporary water management systems and infrastructure.
  • Maintained accurate records such as daily logs, time sheets, inspection reports, for each project.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Ensured that all subcontractors are in compliance with contract documents by conducting regular inspections of their work.

Rock Truck Operator

Norlang Contracting
01.2012 - 01.2017

Worked on major projects, including:

  • North Shore Watersheds (GVRD)
  • Highway 17 project (FTG)
  • Copper Mountain reclamation project with Greenbelt
  • Gold Mountain Mining project with Greenbelt
  • Harrison Lake hydro project with Greenbelt
  • Vancouver Landfill closure with King Hoe
  • Squamish Landfill closure with King Hoe
  • Ecowaste Landfill Infrastructure with Delta Agg
  • (Teamsters Union)

Installation Technician & Foreman

VPW Windows
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Removed and installed residential windows for renovation and upgrade projects

Skills

  • Heavy machinery operation
  • GPS-enabled equipment usage
  • Survey knowledge
  • In-field design experience
  • Leadership
  • Team support
  • Communication skills
  • Supervision
  • Coordination
  • Scheduling
  • Relationship management
  • Guidance
  • Workflow efficiency
  • Construction supply management
  • Quality assurance
  • Design implementation
  • Progress reporting
  • Site safety management
  • Strategic planning
  • Relationship building

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

General Superintendent

United Group
01.2024 - Current

Superintendent/Foreman

United Group
01.2023 - 01.2024

Sole Proprietor

Rocky Mountain Earthworks
01.2017 - Current

Rock Truck Operator

Norlang Contracting
01.2012 - 01.2017

Installation Technician & Foreman

VPW Windows
01.2009 - 01.2012
Ryan Morrison