Travis Riggs
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Proficient team leader experienced in managing formwork crews to accomplish demanding, deadline-oriented work. Skilled in assigning jobs, coordinating schedules and managing resources. Top-notch planner, multitasker and problem-solver.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Dawson Wallace Construction
Edmonton, AB
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure project timelines were met.
- Communicated project updates and issues to management effectively.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Supervised daily operations on construction sites for optimal workflow.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
Journeyman Carpenter
Alberco Construction
Edmonton, AB
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
Foreman, General Foreman, Assistant Superintendent
Civil Joint Venture Valley line LRT (TransEd LRT)
Edmonton, AB
05.2018 - 11.2021
- Adapted the work place as required by AHS, as well as helping create company polices that where in compliance with AHS through covid
- Resolved design issues by having the experience to create alternative solutions
- Upheld schedule requirements and quality demands with hands-on project supervision.
- Maintained high standards of safety, productivity and quality for every job.
- Completed inspections of job sites to assess compliance with Safety and design plans.
- Increased productivity by improving employee morale and cross-functional communications with workforce, management and safety teams.
- Analyzed job sites daily to keep job sites safe for workers, contractors, visitors and the general public
- Complied with all OHS regulations to maintain high level of safety at all job sites.
- Reported to supervisors weekly regarding project progress, site problems and labor status.
- Directed fabrication of components needed for specific jobs.
- Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and activities of workers.
- Delegated duties to each employee based upon his or her skills set and monitored progress daily.
- Planned and delegated work to meet planned project and production goals.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications prior to starting job to fully understand project scope.
- Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigating issues immediately.
- Managed construction sites with focus on safety, process operations and productivity.
- Obtained specifications and directed work for multiple construction crews.
- Documented labor hours, crew attendance and individual performance.
- Delegated work to team members and checked for completion in compliance with company guidelines and customer needs.
- Worked with suppliers to maintain material flow during all project phases.
- Organized the flow of subtrades to ensure schedule was met with accuracy and without hiccups
Carpenter Journeyperson, Lead Hand
Flatiron Construction
Edmonton, AB
07.2012 - 08.2017
- Layed out the concrete pour elevation with the use of laser and builders levels, off of offsets and benchmarks
- Used blue prints to lay out anchor bolts build formwork accurately in the right position
- Allocated personnel and other resources to assist team in meeting objectives and helping workers to meet team goals.
- Promoted workplace safety by checking team member compliance with all construction safety guidelines.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Trained employees on company procedures and policies, including worksite safety.
- Built, installed, and stripped formwork for retaining walls, footings and all aspects of bridge work
- Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements using hand tools and power equipment.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place to complete precise joining and high-quality work.
- Placed and consolidated concrete
- Tied rebar cages when required
- Operated terrain telescoping forklift,
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within 12person carpentry team.
Carpenter Apprentice
Total Modular Solutions
Edmonton, AB
07.2010 - 04.2012
- Read and interpreted specifications and construction drawings to determine best techniques to complete each job.
- Cleaned job site after work completion and disposed of debris in proper containers.
- Encouraged feedback from foreman and trade workers on site to incorporate suggestions into later work.
- Cut materials on job site to prepare for installation.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, and trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Installed building structures such as windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Set windows and layouts for stairs
Education
Blue Seal - Business Management & Supervisory Development
NAIT
Edmonton, AB02.2022
Red Seal Journey Man - Carpentry
NAIT
Edmonton, AB06.2013
Skills
- LSE Training
- Blue Seal
- Supervisory and Leadership skills
- Safety oversight
- Job planning
- Crew direction
- Managing supplies
- Quality control
- Site inspections
- Policy implementation
- Company safety policies
- Team supervision
- Safety meetings
- Hand and power tools
- Construction processes
- Construction safety
- Blueprint reading
- Troubleshooting abilities
Timeline
Foreman
Dawson Wallace Construction
01.2023 - Current
Journeyman Carpenter
Alberco Construction
03.2022 - 12.2022
Foreman, General Foreman, Assistant Superintendent
Civil Joint Venture Valley line LRT (TransEd LRT)
05.2018 - 11.2021
Carpenter Journeyperson, Lead Hand
Flatiron Construction
07.2012 - 08.2017
Carpenter Apprentice
Total Modular Solutions
07.2010 - 04.2012
Blue Seal - Business Management & Supervisory Development
NAIT
Red Seal Journey Man - Carpentry
NAIT
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