Jeffrey Lawrence
Slidel
Summary
Safety-focused equipment operations professional with strong construction background and expert understanding of site workflows. Learns equipment in detail to operate each without error or incident. Consistently stays on top of demanding schedules. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utility Locator
City of Slidell
07.2024 - Current
- Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
- Enhanced safety by accurately identifying and marking underground utility lines.
- Provided training to new employees on proper techniques for utility locating practices.
- Improved efficiency with prompt response to locate requests from contractors and homeowners.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing assignments under various weather conditions and terrain challenges.
- Actively responded to emergency situations pertaining to illegal digging and excavation accidents.
- Collaborated with construction crews for safe excavation, avoiding service disruptions or delays.
- Coordinated with other field technicians to efficiently complete large-scale projects within designated timeframes.
- Photographed utility sites and marked lines with paint and flags for identification by excavating personnel.
- Worked outdoors in harsh conditions to complete utilities location requirements within expected timeframes.
- Supported emergency response efforts by quickly locating damaged utilities for repair teams.
- Optimized time management by prioritizing multiple locate requests based on urgency and project deadlines.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, staying current with best practices in utility location techniques.
- Assisted in updating maps and records, ensuring accurate documentation of utility infrastructure.
Operations
US Navy Seabees
04.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to ensure efficient workflow
- Identified areas of improvement and developed strategies to increase efficiency
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback for improvement
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling personnel, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and performance reviews
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain customer satisfaction
- Prepared reports on operational performance metrics and presented them to management team
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss any issues or concerns they may have had
- Analyzed data related to production, distribution, quality control, inventory levels
- Supervised warehouse activities such as loading and unloading shipments, picking orders, packing items for shipment
- Assisted in the hiring process by conducting interviews and making recommendations for new hires
Project Manager
US Navy Seabees
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones
- Analyzed data from various sources such as surveys, interviews, focus groups to inform decision-making related to projects
- Presented findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices
- Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects
- Advised other departments on best practices related to managing large-scale projects
- Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project
- Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members when necessary
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them
- Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Crane Operator
US Navy Seabees
07.2015 - 04.2021
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use
Fork Lift Operator
Harris Teeter
01.2014 - 07.2015
Truck Driver
US Army
05.2008 - 05.2014
Education
Bachelor In Architectural Science - Construction Management
American Military University
Charlestown, WVHigh School Diploma -
Martinsville High School
Martinsville06.2008
Skills
- OSHA 30-Hour
- Equipment Maintenance
- Backhoe
- Excavator Operations
- Maintenance and Repair
- Safety Regulations
- Teamwork
- Excavation
- Communication
- Riggers
- Logistics
- Blueprint Reading
- Construction
- Commercial construction
- Construction management
- Carpentry
- Project management
- OSHA
- Construction management software
- Power tools
- Cost control
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
Certification
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
- Forklift Certification
- Top Secret Clearance
- Secret Clearance
- Driver's License
Assessments
- Project timeline management, Proficient, 04/01/24
- Management & leadership skills: Impact & influence, Proficient, 04/01/24
- Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees, Proficient, 04/01/24
- Management & leadership skills: Planning & execution, Proficient, 04/01/24
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Accomplishments
Military Volunteer Service Medal
Sailor of the Quarter x2
Army Good Conduct Medal x2
Navy Good Conduct Medal x2
Timeline
Utility Locator
City of Slidell
07.2024 - Current
Operations
US Navy Seabees
04.2021 - Current
Project Manager
US Navy Seabees
04.2019 - 04.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Crane Operator
US Navy Seabees
07.2015 - 04.2021
Fork Lift Operator
Harris Teeter
01.2014 - 07.2015
Truck Driver
US Army
05.2008 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Martinsville High School
Bachelor In Architectural Science - Construction Management
American Military University
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