Marine Construction Superintendent
Resume:
Luke Cooper
*** * **** ***, *********, FL ***** Cell: 954-***-****, **************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Over 19 years of experience operating Heavy Equipment, Supervising and Managing Operations, Operators, Laborers and Subs. A proven record of completing projects EARLY, ON TIME and UNDER BUGET. Aggressive in identifying and resolving inefficient construction processes and time management. Extensive knowledge of Heavy Equipment and their viable usage. Highly effective at finding the best methods possible to complete exceptional construction projects. Strong knowledge of Marine and Civil principles and concepts all learned on the job. Strong Team Leader skills. Ability to motivate others to achieve optimal production rates while maintaining high safety practices. I EXCEL in Stressful, Unpredictable and Hectic environments.
Skills
● Strategic planning and Direction.
● Leadership and Communication.
● Project Managing, Scheduling and Execution.
● Loss control and Risk Management.
● Price and Contractual Negotiations.
● Quality Control and Assurance.
● Quality and Performance Improvements.
● Safety Control and Management.
● Prioritize and Execute Tasks in High-Pressure
● Strong Interpersonal Skills.
● Environments.
● Excellent Customer Relations.
● Operations and Logistics.
● Subcontractor Supervision and Management.
● Workflow optimization.
● Crane Operation
● Heavy Equipment Operation
● Construction Diving
● Underwater Salvage
● Demolition
● 30 hr. OSHA Certified.
● 40 hr. OSHA Hazwoper, First Aid and CPR Certified. Work History
Superintendent, 1/2017- Current
Cherokee Enterprises: Engineering and Environmental Remediation - Miami Lakes, FL http://www.cherokeecorp.com
Projects - Ongoing - The Decontamination/Remediation and Re-construction/Updating of two 25 acre contaminated
(Multi-use sports parks) sites for the City of Miami Capital Improvements Office My Projects included:
● The implementation of contaminated site protocols, constant Air/Material monitoring for hazardous materials and metals.
● The Demolition/removal of all existing structures and drainage.
● The removal of no less than 1 foot of contaminated material over entire project to be relocated elsewhere on site or hauled off to a class one landfill.
● The installation of numerous gravity wells and a fully re-designed drainage system.
● The addition of a bentonite liner over the entire project to act as a permanent cap over remaining contaminated material.
● The installation of all new utilities and sprinkler systems above liner.
● The addition of clean Fill over the entire project (LBR40, Lime Rock, Topsoil, Sod, Astroturf and Rubber Mulch).
● The installation of new sidewalks, asphalt walkways, resurfacing of parking lots, the construction of sports areas (playground, exercise areas) and a semi professional baseball field including all necessary utilities, buildings and fences.
● Supervision of all processes, foremen, operators and subs.
● Liaison between City Departments/Personnel, Engineers and Architects.
● Sites were also in an archaeologically significant area so special construction processes and implementations of special techniques were also used.
● Conducted all critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives.
● Digitally archived weekly progress and technical “Knowledge Base” photographs of all assigned projects.
● Determined the project schedule, which included the sequence of all construction activities.
● Prepared regular interval progress reports.
● Conducted routine quality audits to ensure that work was progressing per the specifications and initiated corrective actions.
● Guided and directed third-party inspectors through project construction, commissioning and closeout.
● Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce the project duration. Forman/Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent, 03/2013-11/2016 PacComm Inc: Heavy Marine and Civil – Miami, FL
http://www.paccomminc.com/
1st Project - Forman/Assistant Superintendent for an Army Core of Engineers project. My Project included:
● The excavation, removal and disposal of 2200 LF of concrete seawalls buried 15 ft below sea level, centered directly in the middle of Tybee Island GA's most popular beach. Project was extremely time sensitive due to beach goers, tide and weather.
● I Supervised all foremen, operators, multiple pieces of equipment and Subs, including a very tricky Mobilization/De-Mobilization with very little beach access during peak tourist season (one of the most impossible situations to deal with as it included the foot traffic of no less than 300 beachgoers a day).
● Conducted daily production reports including all production, material usage, crew hours, fuel and sub-contractor production in HCSS construction software.
● Our operations included the use of a Kobelco CK1000 Crawler Crane, a HPSI 250 Exciter to drive 50-40 ft. sheet pilings creating a 50 ft. x 50 ft. cofferdam. The concrete seawall segments were then excavated around and removed with our excavators and crane. Seawall was then demolished onsite and hauled off to a recycler.
● I also operated our crane for 100+ hrs due to the lack of operators and their movement around our other projects.
2nd project - Superintendent for a 2 year City of Tampa canal reconstruction project which handled a large portion of the Tampa Bay area storm water flow into Tampa Bay. I was initially assigned as Assistant Superintendent but soon promoted to site Superintendent within 1 month due to my many capabilities, production ability and company needs. My Project included:
● Supervision of foremen, crews, subs, rental companies and trucking companies for all of our production, equipment and supply needs over entire project length.
● De-watering, excavation, concrete pours, block wall construction and restoration of homeowner’s property parallel to canal.
● The project included the installation of 2000 LF of Diamond 10D Interlocking Retaining Wall.
● Construction processes included the temporary installation of 2000 LF of 12" HDP and the operation of 2-12", 2- 8" and 3-6" portable pumps utilized for the 24-hr continuous De-watering needs required throughout project completion due to being under sea level in the canal.
● This project was very difficult due to being very space confined, wet, weather driven with many low hanging power-lines and existing trees. Not to mention having to deal with many an unhappy and agitated millionaire home owners who did not want us there and did not like the noise.
● Steel road plates and I-beams were installed as shoring throughout project.
● Supervised the removal of trees and existing structures, lane and road closures as well as any request set forth by the city due to homeowner requests.
● Three streets were also traversed and existing culverts removed and replaced with larger ones. Subs then performed the necessary restorations under my direct supervision.
● Coordinated utility service providers according to project schedules.
● Reviewed plans and specs during the schematic design of pre-construction.
● Conducted weekly production and operations contractor meetings, which facilitated stronger communication and the ability to resolve critical issues.
● Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for all general contractor personnel.
● Reported to the CEO on conformance with the contract schedule.
● Conducted all critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives.
● Digitally archived weekly progress and technical “Knowledge Base” photographs of all assigned projects.
● Determined the project schedule, which included the sequence of all construction activities.
● Prepared regular interval progress reports.
● Conducted routine quality audits to ensure that work was progressing per the specifications and initiated corrective actions.
● Guided and directed third-party inspectors through project construction, commissioning and closeout.
● Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce the project duration.
● Scheduled all contractors and materials deliveries.
● Hired/Fired/Trained/Promoted and performed continued education for all onsite crew members.
● During the projects duration, I learned a lot of techniques from my project manager and general superintendent while gaining much more knowledge of my own capabilities. Foreman/Crane Operator, 02/2012-03/2013
Morrison Contractors – Fort Lauderdale, FL
● Lead a 4-6-man crew while operating a 70-ton Linkbelt Crane on a 100” barge.
● Demolished and removed existing sea-walls, docks and structures. Installed new sea-walls, sheet piling, concrete and wood pilings.
● Completed all necessary underwater work as I am also a trained diver.
● Reviewed plans and specs during the schematic design of pre-construction.
● Conducted all critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives.
● Worked with construction administration consultants to plan field observations on schedule.
● Prepared and followed through on all required punch lists.
● Assisted the GC with production reviews, approval and archiving of all closeout documents.
● Provided safety kits to all construction personnel, which complied with safety protocols for the job site.
● Reported the quality of performance on site to all site construction managers.
● Scheduled all contractors and materials deliveries.
● Trained and promoted continued education for all onsite crew members. Heavy Equipment Operator, 01/2011-02/2012
Engineered Demolition – Denver, CO Miami, FL
● Supervised a 5 man demo crew during different phases of the project and ran Heavy equipment.
● Reviewed plans and specs during the schematic design of pre-construction.
● Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for all general contractor personnel.
● Worked with construction administration consultants to plan field observations on schedule.
● Prepared and followed through on all required punch lists.
● Blueprint reading
● Operation of all the necessary machinery to complete a major demolition Crew leader/Heavy Equipment Operator, 2008-2011
Master Construction – St Cloud, FL
● Lead an earth-moving crew.
● Performed; demolition, rigging and removal of concrete and steel structures, land clearing and general site work.
● Operated 200-400 Series Cat, Volvo, and Hitachi Excavators with jackhammer, crusher and grapple attachments as well as multiple makes and models of Loaders and Dozers (ruff).
● Operated an Excavator for pipe crew installing and removing sewer, water and storm pipe. Heavy Equipment Operator, 2004-2008
H & J Contracting – Wellington, FL
● Operated multiple pieces of Heavy equipment including Cat 345/50 Excavators, Loaders and GPS equipped Dozer (ruff).
● Performed the excavation of lakes and canals and production of site pads, roads, slopes, land clearing and general site prep.
● I also periodically operated a GPS excavator for underwater excavation and repair of slopes. Heavy Equipment Operator, 2002-2004
CDM – West Palm Beach, FL
● Operated CAT D6, D6R, D7, D8 Bulldozers, a 364 Bomag Stabilizer/Mixer, Industrial forklift, a CAT 350 track hoe with hammer attachments, off road dump trucks and Pans.
● The demolition of concrete structures, mixing of graded materials and the excavation of lakes and canals.
● The movement, loading and transportation of heavy equipment and structures using a track hoe, 20-ton crane and an 18-wheeler.
● I also performed land clearing and general site work. Heavy Equipment Operator, 1999-2002
APAC of Florida Inc. Chad-born Div – Pensacola, FL
● Duties included but not limited to: The operation of Excavators, Pans, Loaders and Off road dump trucks.
● Excavation and land clearing as well as underground pipe Installations.
● The movement, loading and transportation of heavy equipment and structures using a crawler 20-Ton crane and track hoe.
● I also performed land clearing and general site prep. Personal Information
Sex and Marital Status: Male / Single.
Age and DOB: 38 years / 27th August 1979.
Nationality / Citizen: English / UK
Work Authorization: Permanent Resident Card
Education
Valencia CC - Orlando, FL
- AA Business Management,
Minor: Speech and Communication, Sociology and Psychology Fkcc - Key West, Fl
-AS: Diving technology, Marine Sciences,
Orange County Convention Center - Orlando, FL
- Rigger: Structural rigging, 2008
Hobbies
-Diving and Diving Instruction.
-MMA Training.
-Music production
Professional References
- Kevin Sozinsky - Construction Manager - Cherokee Enterprises
- Robert Hass - Project Manager - Cherokee Enterprises.
- Jose 'Manolo' Ortiz - General Superintendent - PacComm Inc.
- Ed Doyle - Superintendent - PacComm Inc.
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