Kenneth Knox
Middletown
Summary
With a proven track record at JJID Inc, I excel in managing materials and fostering positive working relationships. My expertise spans overseeing complex construction projects, ensuring OSHA compliance, and enhancing crew productivity. Skilled in both heavy equipment operation and multitasking, I consistently deliver projects on schedule, with a focus on safety and efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Forman
JJID Inc
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Shot grades and set up pipe lasers and pad lasers for daily job tasks.
- Read and scaled blueprints for utility work and bio ponds.
Construction Foreman
Suppi Inc
10.2019 - 04.2024
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
- Reduced safety incidents by implementing and enforcing strict safety guidelines and protocols.
- Verified and submitted team timesheets.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
- Resolved conflicts among crew members professionally, promoting a cohesive working environment.
- Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives.
- Enhanced project efficiency by delegating tasks and supervising construction crew members.
- Contributed to the successful completion of complex projects with effective problem-solving skills in challenging situations.
- Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of laborers needed to complete job.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Set up GPS base station and Rover also could set the system in the dozer up for sub grade or stone off of FG (Topcon system)
- Check grades with instrument or transit
- Shoot grades and do the calculations to figure out percent of fall between the 2
- Set up string lines for curb and lay out for storm drain inlets.
- Did all the inspections with the county or town either air tests for sewer or hydrostatic with water main
Skilled Laborer (Pipe Layer/ Operator)
Reybold
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Demonstrated versatility in adapting quickly between different types of skilled labor tasks depending on project requirements.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Used problem-solving skills to troubleshoot unexpected issues during construction projects while minimizing delays or additional costs involved in resolving them.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
Utility Foreman
Bulldog Construction
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Coordinated materials procurement, managing inventory levels to avoid delays in project execution.
- Conducted thorough site assessments prior to project initiation, identifying potential challenges or hazards early in the process.
- Mentored junior crew members in proper techniques for installation, maintenance, and repair tasks.
- Enhanced project efficiency by overseeing utility installations and repairs.
- Did all the water repairs for Pennsylvania American Water both service lines and water main
Utility Forman
Ronkin Inc
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Reduced accidents on the job site by enforcing strict safety protocols and providing ongoing training to staff members.
- Optimized resource allocation by allocating personnel and equipment efficiently across multiple projects.
- Provided technical guidance for staff members, sharing knowledge of best practices in utility construction and repair procedures.
- Increased crew productivity by conducting regular performance evaluations and implementing corrective actions when needed.
- Managed utility construction projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to safety standards.
- Coordinated materials procurement, managing inventory levels to avoid delays in project execution.
- Made 2 week look ahead schedules to see where the job was and expected to be in the following weeks to make sure was on schedule and
Education
High School Diploma -
Elkton High
Elkton, MD01-2000
Skills
- Managing materials
- Worksite preparation
- Trench safety
- Troubleshooting
- Scheduling coordination
- Worksite safety
- Traffic control
- Machine operation
- Underground utilities
- Crew oversight
- Heavy equipment operation
- Multitasking and organization
- Storm drain piping
- Commercial and residential projects
- Pipe installation
- OSHA compliance
- Sewer line installation
- Task delegation
- Machine setup
- Water main installation
- Pressure testing
- Positive working relationships
Timeline
Construction Forman
JJID Inc
05.2024 - 02.2025
Construction Foreman
Suppi Inc
10.2019 - 04.2024
Skilled Laborer (Pipe Layer/ Operator)
Reybold
01.2015 - 01.2017
Utility Foreman
Bulldog Construction
01.2013 - 01.2015
Utility Forman
Ronkin Inc
01.2009 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Elkton High
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