Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Education and Training
Timeline
Generic

Roderick Brooks

Columbus

Summary

Dynamic construction professional with extensive experience as a General Foreman at PowerHouse Retail Services. Expert in scheduling and site safety management, successfully led teams to exceed project deadlines while ensuring compliance with building codes. Proven ability to mentor staff and coordinate subcontractors, driving efficiency and quality in every project.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Foreman

PowerHouse Retail Services
Canton
08.2022 - Current
  • Prepared reports detailing progress against established benchmarks or milestones.
  • Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
  • Provided technical advice to staff regarding operational issues and problems.
  • Interpreted engineering drawings and specifications during construction process.
  • Followed rules and regulations to keep job sites safe for workers, contractors and visitors.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed and maintained by all personnel on site.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.

Project Superintendent

KMD Construction
Salibury
07.2017 - 06.2022
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
  • Created project status presentations for delivery to customers or project personnel.
  • Facilitated effective communication among project stakeholders including clients and vendors.
  • Inspected worksite daily for safety hazards, cleanliness and adherence to quality standards.
  • Identified potential risks associated with projects prior to commencement of work activities.
  • Directed all phases of onsite operations from pre-construction through closeout.
  • Oversaw field personnel including foremen, carpenters, laborers and subcontractors to ensure productivity goals were met.
  • Reviewed change orders prior to submission for approval by owner or architect.

Construction Project Superintendent

Place Servie Inc
Canton
05.2011 - 06.2017
  • Verified work compliance with applicable regulations, codes and specifications.
  • Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team of workers.
  • Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
  • Created punch lists detailing items requiring additional attention or repair following completion of major milestones.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily progress including photos, videos and written documentation.
  • Scheduled job site inspections to ensure that all work was performed according to industry standards.
  • Coordinated with architects, engineers and city officials to obtain permits as needed for the project.

Project Foreman

S.T Buns Construction
Northport
05.2007 - 07.2011
  • Conducted safety training sessions for personnel; maintained compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Enforced strict safety rules and regulations to protect workers and minimize company liability.
  • Inspected equipment, facilities and vehicles regularly to assess safety.
  • Reviewed accident reports and implemented changes to reduce risk of future incidents.
  • Prepared reports summarizing operational data, such as expenditures and man-hours worked, for review by the senior management team.
  • Collaborated with local government agencies regarding policies pertaining to roadways; responded promptly to inquiries from these entities.
  • Managed maintenance and repair actions for team equipment and vehicles.
  • Advised personnel on best practices related to the use of tools and safety precautions while working on roads.
  • Coordinated with contractors regarding project specifications and delivery dates; ensured that all contracts were properly executed.
  • Attended meetings with representatives from state transportation departments concerning upcoming projects.
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on vehicles used by crews; scheduled necessary repairs when required.
  • Analyzed traffic patterns and identified areas requiring additional resources or modifications in order to improve efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Construction Engineering

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
04-2016

High School Diploma -

Noxubee County High
Macon, MS
05-2007

Skills

  • Scheduling expertise
  • Value engineering
  • Building codes
  • Change order management
  • Construction supervision
  • Permitting compliance
  • Subcontractor coordination
  • Design review
  • Site safety management
  • Material procurement
  • Scope development
  • Environmental awareness
  • Lean construction
  • Performance monitoring
  • Time management abilities
  • Workflow Analysis
  • Project management
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment maintenance

Certification

  • OSHA 30
  • CPR Certified
  • PMP Certified

Education and Training

other,other

Timeline

General Foreman

PowerHouse Retail Services
08.2022 - Current

Project Superintendent

KMD Construction
07.2017 - 06.2022

Construction Project Superintendent

Place Servie Inc
05.2011 - 06.2017

Project Foreman

S.T Buns Construction
05.2007 - 07.2011

Bachelor of Science - Construction Engineering

The University of Alabama

High School Diploma -

Noxubee County High

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Roderick Brooks