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Colin Legare

Surrey

Summary

Accomplished Operations Manager enhancing efficiency and client satisfaction through expert project planning and team leadership. Skilled in construction management and interpersonal communication. Demonstrates strong capability in resource allocation and subcontractor management, driving successful commercial and residential construction projects. Detailed General Foreman skillful in planning and executing jobs, hiring crew, organizing supplies and monitoring performance. Knowledgeable about safety procedures, equipment operation and documentation requirements. Strong analytical and communication skills. Focused on working with accuracy and efficiency to control costs and satisfy project requirements.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Foreman

Inline Drywall
01.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced construction project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and maintaining organized documentation.
  • Coordinated cross-functional collaboration between departments such as engineering, procurement, and finance for streamlined project operations.
  • Successfully managed a team of workers, providing clear instructions and setting performance expectations to achieve quality results.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders and team leads for optimal project execution, contributing valuable insights during planning meetings and progress reviews.
  • Increased client satisfaction with timely completion of projects through effective resource allocation and schedule management.
  • Contributed to meeting deadlines consistently by proactively identifying potential bottlenecks and implementing solutions to overcome them.
  • Participated in regular safety trainings to stay up-to-date with industry best practices and ensure a safe working environment for all team members.
  • Demonstrated solid leadership skills through effective delegation of tasks according to individual strengths within the team for maximum efficiency.
  • Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks while adhering to project specifications and standards.
  • Improved overall productivity by training new hires on company policies, procedures, and job-specific skills.
  • Conducted thorough quality inspections at various stages throughout the construction process, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client expectations.
  • Maintained strong work ethics among crew members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high-quality output.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, adjusting schedules and reallocating resources as needed to maintain target completion dates.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Consistently met deadlines under pressure through diligent time management abilities.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills in coordinating multiple subcontractors to ensure seamless integration within overall project timelines.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers, and other construction professionals to ensure smooth project execution.

Journeyman Steel Framer

Self-employeed
01.2014 - Current
  • Operated a variety of power tools efficiently while adhering to strict safety protocols to prevent accidents or injuries on the job site.
  • Skillfully utilized cranes, hoists, lifts, hand tools, and other equipment required to install large-scale structural elements safely and efficiently on various construction sites.
  • Supported fellow crew members in completing complex tasks, fostering a positive teamwork atmosphere that facilitated successful projects.
  • Adapted to the unique requirements of each project, accommodating for variables such as material types or building codes specific to different regions.
  • Effectively read blueprints and interpreted design specifications, ensuring proper placement of steel framing components according to plans provided by architects or engineers.
  • Enhanced safety on job sites by diligently following OSHA regulations and company guidelines during all tasks.
  • Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship in steel framing construction projects.
  • Conducted routine inspections of finished work to identify any issues or areas needing improvement before final sign-off from clients or inspectors occurred.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail when constructing framework systems for walls, floors, and ceilings, resulting in stable and accurate structures.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of projects, maintaining open communication and problem-solving throughout the process.
  • Contributed ideas for process improvements when possible, helping streamline operations and reduce labor costs while maintaining quality standards.
  • Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.

Journeyperson Boom Truck Operator

AIM
07.2008 - 12.2014
  • Applied use of vehicle stabilizers preventing possible vehicle tipping upon extension of boom.
  • Responded in emergency capacity during bad climate weather to restore utility services and provide disaster recovery.
  • Operated multiple types of cherry picker equipment in utility maintenance environments with zero safety incidents.
  • Positioned boom truck and operated lift on uneven and all-terrain conditions.
  • Safely drive and operate DFI boom trucks or track cranes
  • Maintain a legal Driver's logbook
  • Practice proper, legal load securement
  • Care for and maintain company equipment to DFI standards
  • Provide piledriving service to customers in accordance with DFI procedures
  • Adhere to all policy and instructions provided in DFI Operating Manuals and SWPs
  • Take part in all safety meetings
  • Operate company vehicles and equipment in a professional, safe and courteous manner
  • Prepare safety and billing documentation in the field
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.

Operations Manager

Oil And Natural Gas Corporation
01.2002 - 06.2006
  • Collaborate with CEO/COO/Branch Manager in formulating company policies and long-range goals to meet business and profitability growth objectives.
  • Develop, review, update, and implement strategic planning, including sales, financial performance, and new product acquisitions.
  • Review and support operations and sales to identify new opportunities for assets, cost reduction, safety, customer requirements, and market growth.
  • Enhance management effectiveness by training, coaching, and counseling managers.
  • Assign accountabilities, plan among dispatchers, monitor job results, and provide educational opportunities.
  • Oversee key projects, processes, performance reports, data, and analysis.
  • Participate in performance evaluations, disciplinary processes, and ensure safety is prioritized in all operations.
  • Act as a coach, mentor, and safety advocate for field supervisors, dispatchers, drivers, and swampers.
  • Oversee dispatch to review asset utilization, operating reports, and resolve operational issues.
  • Coordinate with shop foreman to ensure trucks are repaired and ready, minimizing downtime.
  • Work with HR to communicate driver needs, interview, and process drivers efficiently.
  • Encourage chargeable hours and minimize non-chargeable hours for drivers.
  • Ensure all drivers receive complete and adequate Journey Management and adhere to processes.
  • Understand and implement supply chain and logistical processes, focusing on truck logistics and distribution networks.
  • Work with external service providers for logistical solutions and partnerships, including service level agreements.
  • Identify cost drivers and develop efficient processes to optimize cross-departmental interaction.
  • Work with customers to solicit feedback on company performance.
  • Act as a direct contact for customer service functions, establishing guidelines for handling customer issues or inquiries.
  • Ensure proper pricing and invoicing materials are available to the administrative team for timely processing.
  • Enhance business processes with the administrative team and report issues and trends.
  • Ensure equipment binders are up-to-date and coordinate with operations, shop, and finance to prepare new trucks quickly.
  • Gather, sort, and ensure tickets have correct information needed for invoicing.
  • Develop a system to ensure drivers get tickets signed and coded by customers.
  • Match timesheets to tickets and follow up on discrepancies.
  • Oversee dispatch to send CVS files daily to confirm loads are entered.
  • Participate in reporting, investigating accidents, injuries, and incidents.
  • Ensure all invoicing-related materials are available for timely processing.
  • Participate in monthly inspections and audits with HSE and Service departments.
  • Maintain staffing levels in line with business goals and be on call as needed.
  • Perform other duties as required, as responsibilities may change with or without notice.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
  • Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.

Education

High School Diploma -

NATE
Alberta

Skills

  • Field Coordination
  • Construction supervision
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Site Inspection
  • Crew oversight
  • Site monitoring
  • Equipment coordination
  • Site coordination
  • Building Codes
  • Task Prioritization
  • Subcontractor supervision
  • Quality controls
  • Materials Management
  • Crew Leadership
  • Residential construction
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Construction Vehicles Operation
  • Project Planning
  • Schematics and Blueprints
  • Construction management
  • Workplace Safety
  • Daily Reporting
  • Project Leadership
  • Dimensions and Measurements
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Wood and Metal Framing
  • Drywall Installation
  • Structural Repairs
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Project deadlines
  • Staff Management
  • Business Management
  • Resource Allocation
  • Dependable and Hardworking
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Heavy equipment operations
  • Team Leadership

Certification

  • Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
  • Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]

Timeline

Foreman

Inline Drywall
01.2021 - Current

Journeyman Steel Framer

Self-employeed
01.2014 - Current

Journeyperson Boom Truck Operator

AIM
07.2008 - 12.2014

Operations Manager

Oil And Natural Gas Corporation
01.2002 - 06.2006

High School Diploma -

NATE

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