RICHARD KOWALSKI

RICHARD KOWALSKI

Email: advp38@r.postjobfree.com LinkedIn Profile Phone: 724-***-**** PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Skilled, knowledgeable Lead Safety Tech and Scaffold Builder General Foreman of 23+ years known for exceptional safety and supervision of work performed in the gas & oil, refineries, civil, commercial, industrial, power and nuclear industries. A stellar reputation for providing valuable direction to field personnel and allocating resources effectively across all tasks safely and efficiently. Looking to expand as a Lead Safety Manager where I can oversee projects utilizing my competent safety knowledge, extensive training and successful experiences that deliver effective performance and outcomes according to the plan from the initial set-up to execution, delivering innovative methods that improve efficiency, safety, and quality across activities. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Ø Established safety audits of documents, equipment, and facilities to comply with regulations and recordkeeping requirements as established by the company and/or local, state, or federal laws. Ø Advanced and promoted to Lead Safety Tech in just 4 months through perceptive abilities for recognizing hazards and recommending corrective measures that reduced incidents. Ø Effective Lead Safety Tech known for ensuring a proper and adequately trained workforce. Ø A primary resource for developing, implementing, investigating, and communicating safety concerns; identifies the cause and implements corrective measures that prevent reoccurrence. CORE COMPETENCIES

Ø Extensive knowledge across the total construction effort to ensure projects are completed in a safe manner to reduce incidents and injuries while interfacing in a professional, courteous manner. Ø Adept at ensuring personnel comply with project procedures, safety requirements, and site rules. Ø Superior ability to cultivate strong partnerships, shares knowledge and skills with peers while developing an environment that promotes positive attitudes, effective communication, and seamless collaboration. Ø Proficient across the safety trade knowledge and service arena, as well as familiarity with all aspects of the construction industry to manage larger scope projects in a supervisory position. Ø Effective advocate for mitigating potential personal risks as well as equipment and property damage. Ø Recognized safety expert across work associated with construction projects with a proficient understanding of the materials, tools, equipment, procedures, safety hazards and precautions associated. LEAD SAFETY TECH & SAFETY SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT ACUMEN Lead Safety Tech/Manager Construction Safety & Health Manager Project, Site & Safety Management OSHA 30/TWIC/LOTO Exceptional Team/Craft Relations Confined Space/Rigging Rudiments Fall Protection Certification Safety Project/Process Improvement Safety Audits, Parameters & Plans Work Planning/Accountability Employee Relations & Training Accident & Hazard Investigation Effective Facilitator/Trainer PPE Usage/Medical Paperwork Safety Manager/Project Leader Advanced Job Safety Analysis Scaffold Builder General Foreman Nuclear/Federal/State Clearances PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

WORLEY April 2022 – Nov. 2022

Safety Manager, Lead Safety Tech

§ Provided advanced direction across a workforce of safety techs and assisted leadership in developing, implementing, and sustaining specific safety policies, procedures, programs, and training to achieve and maintain required compliance with health & safety and environmental laws and regulations.

§ Key contributing night shift Lead Safety Tech with direct oversight of 70+personnel at the Shell Polymers Construction site; recognized for ensuring safety and effectively interacting with various crafts at multiple points providing analysis and direction of safe building and maintenance for the polymer cracker plant.

§ Prepared and presented safety meeting content, performed audits, formulated proper PPE, and was responsible for leading numerous areas of safety training which ensured the safety requirements were adhered to resulting in a decrease of violations, incidents, injuries, and liabilities for the business. RICHARD KOWALSKI

GSCS Mar. 2019 – April 2022

Safety Manager, Lead Safety Tech, SME (Subject Matter Expert)

§ Delivered effective communication with supervisors, clients, and project engineers; duties included oversight of the safety of almost 800 employees and 7 Safety Techs at the Shell Polymers site.

§ Supported Safety Managers in obtaining safety equipment and planning for employees and developed and presented safety training content across a multitude of craft personnel to reduce incidents.

§ Completed and supported workers medical documentation and lead investigations for active issues.

§ Conducted weekly safety conferences for craft workers; executed numerous audits daily, effectively engaged with workers from various crafts to perform in a safe, correct, and efficient manner.

§ Seamlessly partnered with supervisors and crews, provided support and direction for the planning for the safe completion of builds, modifications, and dismantles of scaffolds during SME period. GSCS July 2018 – Mar. 2019

Lead Scaffold Builder, General Foreman

§ Proficient delivery across supervision of the building, modification, and dismantling of scaffolds.

§ Effective collaborator with contractors, workers, and others to complete required job scopes.

§ Partnered cohesively with supervisors, achieved maximum efficiency and ensured all safety procedures were followed to exceed safety objectives which reduced accidents, claims and liabilities.

§ Proficiently constructed, erected, installed, and repaired structures and fixtures consisting of wood and plywood by utilizing carpenter hand tools and power tools.

§ Directed daily safety meetings, collected employee paperwork, and maintained accurate logs/time logs. KIEWIT Cove Point, MD April 2018 – May 2018

Lead Scaffold Builder, General Foreman

§ Competently supervised the building, modification, and dismantling of scaffolds; collaborated with contractors, workers, and others to identify job scopes for work completion.

§ Constructed, erected, installed, and repaired wood and plywood structures using carpenter hand tools and power tools while liaising with management to ensure all activities were communicated effectively. BRAND ENERGY & INFRASTRUCTURE Kennesaw, GA Nov. 2014 – Mar. 2018 Lead Scaffold Builder, General Foreman

§ Applied proficient knowledge across supervising the building, modification, and dismantling of scaffolds.

§ Worked in collaboration with contractors, workers, and other craft personnel to complete job scopes for outstanding work orders to fulfill projects and constructed, erected, installed, and repaired wood and plywood structures using carpenter hand and power tools. SOLID PLATFORMS, INC. Whiting, IN May 2012 – Oct. 2014 Scaffold Builder, Foreman, Lead Builder

§ Managed and supervised the building, modification, and dismantling of scaffolds while working closely with contractors, workers, and other craft personnel to complete job scopes on work needing completed.

§ Constructed, erected, installed, and repaired wood and plywood structures using hand and power tools. UNITED ANCO Saint Louis, MO May 2001 – Dec. 2014 Scaffold Builder, Foreman, Lead Builder

§ Partnered seamlessly with contractors, workers and other craft personnel to complete job scopes on work needing completed: managed and supervised the building, modification, and dismantling of scaffolds

§ Constructed, erected, installed, and repaired wood and plywood structures using hand and power tools. EDUCATION, OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Carpenter’s District Council ~ Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Union Local 432

~ Journeyman Carpenter

~ OSHA 30, TWIC, Fall Protection

~ Construction Site Safety Tech (CSST) In Process

~ Construction Health and Safety Tech (CHST) In Process

~ Lead Safety Technician and Subject Matter Expert (SME)

~ Construction Safety and Health Professional (CSHP)

~ Construction Safety and Health Manager (CSHM)

~ Construction Site Safety Supervisor (CSSS)

~ Construction Safety and Health Train-the-Trainer

~ CDL License – Class A

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