Cathal Caldwell
Rosebery,NSW
Summary
Civil Supervisor with expertise prioritising projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals.
Resourceful individual with twenty years of active experience managing efforts within deadline driven environments.
Diplomatic with strong leadership and decision making skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
I am an organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Site Supervisor
CC Civil Works
2018.01 - Current
- Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
- Worked on large projects such as Western Sydney Airport, Sydney Metro, Barangaroo Parkland, St Peters Interchange, Parramatta Light Rail
- Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Prioritized and delegated workload based on available materials.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
- Dug trenches using excavator and shovels for small-scale excavations.
- Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site using excavators and loaders
Civil Construction Worker
Quickway Constructions
2013.03 - 2019.01
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
- Followed blueprints and diagrams to complete projects according to specifications.
- Conducted daily site inspections to identify potential safety hazards.
- Worked closely with engineers, land surveyors and other key stakeholders on different infrastructure projects.
- Dug trenches using excavator and shovels for small-scale excavations.
- Drove construction equipment to excavate and grade land on road beds.
- Employed safe digging practices in line with machine capabilities and limitations to prevent hazards.
- Checked to make sure that trench excavations met correct depth.
- Supervisor in a strong crew installing cables of all sizes up to 33kv
- Designed sketches that recorded cable depth and location
Bricklayer
Norbrook Laboratories
2008.05 - 2012.03
- Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
- Worked safely on scaffolding and swing stages at various heights.
- Utilized common power and hand tools to complete each masonry project.
- Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block and stone structures for commercial and residential customers.
- Prepared work area using chalk lines, tapes, squares and levels.
- Performed basic masonry tasks such as tuckpointing, caulking, grinding and other required duties.
- Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
- Operated heavy equipment such as forklifts safely and efficiently to move materials.
- Measured, cut and smoothed stone to maximize fit and complete attractive work for customers.
- Cleaned off excess materials and polished surfaces to achieve ideal smoothness and reflectivity.
- Operated drills, paving breakers, and powered abrasive saws to cut or demolish bricks and concrete.
- Shaped, trimmed and cut marble or stone preparatory using power saws and hand tools.
Education
Apprenticeship - Construction
Southern Regional Collage
Ireland06.2005
High School Diploma -
St. Marks High School
Ireland05.2003
Skills
- Subcontractor and Project Management
- Quality Control
- Permit Acquisition
- Organisational Skills
- Scheduling, planning and site coordination
- Earthworks Management
- Subcontractor and Labour Management
Training
First Aid
Low Voltage Rescue
Telescopic Licence
Skid Steer Licence
Excavator Licence
Heavy Vechile Licence
Working at Heights Certificate
Confined Space Training
Asbestos and Silica Awareness
Interests
I have a keen interest in sport particularly golf and soccer. I have won the club championships twice at my local Golf Club.
My health and fitness is of upmost importance, i enjoy going to the gym regularly. I am continuously working on improving myself, my physical and mental wellbeing.
Timeline
Civil Site Supervisor
CC Civil Works
2018.01 - Current
Civil Construction Worker
Quickway Constructions
2013.03 - 2019.01
Bricklayer
Norbrook Laboratories
2008.05 - 2012.03
Apprenticeship - Construction
Southern Regional Collage
High School Diploma -
St. Marks High School
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