Gabriel Castro

Foreman/ Ironworker

Nexus Steel

06.2011 - 10.2025

Assisted in coordinating daily work schedules and tasks for crew members.
Supported project leaders in ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations.
Gained experience using tools such as power drills, saws, and measuring devices.
Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized worksite.
Observed and implemented best practices for effective time management on-site.
Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in construction techniques and safety measures.
Contributed to problem-solving efforts by communicating challenges encountered during tasks.
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.
Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
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.
Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
Monitored progress against established benchmarks, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet targets consistently.
Raised overall crew proficiency with ongoing skill development initiatives targeting areas identified for improvement.
Provided comprehensive training for new employees, ensuring their rapid integration into the team dynamic.
Successfully mitigated risks associated with complex projects by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing appropriate contingency plans.
Managed equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime due to mechanical failure or repairs.
Implemented efficient work processes to boost overall productivity while reducing costs.
Championed company values through consistent modeling of ethical behavior and adherence to corporate policies.
Optimized resource utilization for cost savings, carefully monitoring material usage and labor allocations.
Assisted in the recruitment process for new team members, selecting candidates who demonstrated aptitude for success within the organization.
Facilitated seamless handovers between shifts by maintaining clear documentation of completed tasks and outstanding items requiring attention.
Ensured project milestones were met, overseeing scheduling and execution of construction phases.
Improved client satisfaction with meticulous oversight of project requirements and quality standards.
Enhanced team productivity by coordinating daily tasks and optimizing workflows.
Maintained high levels of workforce morale and engagement, organizing team-building activities and providing regular feedback.
Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during construction projects.
Utilized hand tools and power tools to support installation and structural assembly tasks.
Contributed to successful project completion through precise cutting, bending, and welding of metal materials.
Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.

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