Philip C. Smart
Whitby, Ontario L1N 6J9
H: 905-***-**** C: 905-***-****
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MAY 7th, 2013
Dear Recruiting Team,
I am writing to express my interest in employment as an assistant site superintendent. I have Knowledge and experience in many areas of construction which enables me to be a strong candidate for this position. I am enclosing my resume for your review.
As you can see from my resume, I have extensive qualifications, training and skills in the construction field. I have been trained in WHMIS and am a certified member of the IHSA (Infrastructure Health and Safety Association).Through my work, I have developed a wide range of skills and acquired the confidence to oversee and bring projects to completion in a cost effective and timely manner.
In addition to my experience and knowledge, I consider myself to have strong interpersonal skills and work very cooperatively with individuals of every level of professionalism. I am able to assert myself with tact and I am confident that you will find me to be a flexible and co-operative employee.
Thank you for taking the time to review my resume. I welcome the opportunity to meet with you in person to further discuss my qualifications. You may contact me at 905-***-**** to arrange an interview.
Sincerely,
Phil Smart
Philip C. Smart
110 Jones Court
Whitby, Ontario L1N 6J9
H: 905-***-**** C: 905-***-****
***********@*******.***
CAREER OBJECTIVE:
To obtain the position of Assistant Superintendant; where I can utilize my many years of experience in construction as a site Superintendant
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
• Local 27 member and Carpenter by trade
• Over 5 years of experience in construction management
• Certified member of the IHSA ( Infrastructure Health and Safety Association )
• Experienced in LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) projects
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate closely with project managers and communicate with all project stakeholders
• Correctly interpret plans and specifications according to scopes of work
• Follows and adheres to company policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe work environment
• Experience in project management (i.e. materials, layouts, time management, equipment, employee management, payroll manager)
• Knowledge of the importance to practice due diligence
• Experience in Site setup and service
• Self-motivated with a keen eye for detail
• Safety representative for York University Glendon Campus & Ashbridges Bay site
• Completed Basics of Supervisory training through the IHSA
RELATED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Leadership and Management Skills
• Discussed safety precautions and plans pertaining to the current stage of the project
• Orientated, trained and scheduled employees
• Facilitated joint trade committee and health and safety meetings
• Performed supervisory related duties including monitoring worker performance and efficiency
• Monitor subcontractors to ensure the project deadlines are adhered to
• Ensured quality standards are met through inspection and appropriate documentation is submitted
• Managed various projects from start to finish
• Work collaboratively with senior management to prevent or rectify problems that may arise
• Recorded daily events that occurred on the job site including injuries and ensure accurate documentation
• Performed business related duties including deposits, budgeted and provided estimates
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Philip C. Smart H: 905-***-**** C: 905-***-****
Construction Skills
• Read and interpreted architectural drawings
• Calculate materials and other job specific requirements
• Prepare cost and quantity estimates
• Use related tools and equipment including power and hand tools
• Prepare layouts according to building codes
• Connect electrical power and setup equipment required to complete the job
• Operate heavy equipment including skid steers, zoom booms, forklifts, backhoes, swing stages
• Plumbing, electrical, brick, form work, heating and air conditioning and carpentry experience
• Participate in the selection of sub-trades
• Proficient in installing doors and hardware including fine carpentry
• Ensure structural design is sound
• Concrete forming, cutting and finishing and retaining wall experience
• Construction with armor stone and allan block
• Maintain and clean and safe work environment at all times
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
Pomerleau Carpenter Journeyman 2010 - Present
Traugott Foreman/Supervisor 2008 - 2010
Self-Employed Project Manager 2006 - 2008
Canform Construction Carpenter Journeyman 2005 - 2006
Ellis Don Construction Carpenter Journeyman 2004 - 2005
Strutform Construction Carpenter Journeyman 2005
Eastern Construction Carpenter Journeyman 1998- 2004
Clarke and Adamson Carpenter Journeyman 1986-2004
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Trained as a Carpenter Local #27/George Brown College
Law Enforcement Diploma Seneca College
Grade 12 Diploma W.A. Porter High School
Competent person training Construction Safety Association
First Aid St. John’s Ambulance
W.H.M.I.S. Trained Local 27 Carpenters Union
Powder actuated tool training Hilti
Basics of Supervision IHSA
Fall Arrest trained
Scissor lift and articulating boom Trained
References Available upon request