Richard Reed
Manhattan
Summary
Skilled Concrete Carpenter with notable experience in various construction projects. Demonstrable ability to read and interpret blueprints, prepare concrete forms, and finish surfaces professionally. Strengths lie in collaborative teamwork, problem-solving, and maintaining high-quality standards within deadline-driven environments. Previous work has consistently resulted in durable structures meeting all project specifications.
Seasoned Concrete Carpenter known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in form setting, concrete finishing, and blueprint reading, ensuring precision in every project. Excels in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving to overcome construction challenges and deliver quality workmanship.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Concrete carpenter/finisher lead
Rangel concrete services
Belgrade
10.2022 - Current
- Constructed and installed concrete forms for various residential and commercial projects.
- Operated power tools including saws, drills, and mixers to shape concrete.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion and quality standards.
- Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes.
- Provided guidance and direction to apprentices or lower-level workers onsite.
Concrete carpenter/ finisher lead
Easton concrete
02.2013 - 10.2022
- Constructed formwork for various concrete structures and foundations.
- Operated power tools and equipment for concrete placement and finishing.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine project specifications and requirements.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment according to safety regulations.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques and safety practices.
- Inspected finished work for quality assurance before project completion.
- Repaired damaged or deteriorated concrete structures by chipping away old material and replacing it with new concrete.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working on site.
- Installed formwork for slabs and walls.
- Assisted in the placement of structural steel reinforcement materials.
- Provided guidance and direction to apprentices or lower-level workers onsite.
- Consulted blueprints or technical drawings when setting up formwork.
- Constructed wooden forms for pouring concrete.
- Loaded equipment onto trucks for transportation to job sites.
Concrete carpenter
Cartel construction
Bozeman
04.2011 - 01.2013
- Constructed and installed concrete forms for residential and commercial projects.
- Operated various hand and power tools for precise concrete placement.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met.
- Read and interpreted blueprints for accurate layout and measurements.
Concrete carpenter/finisher
Sdr construction
Palm Springs
01.2009 - 03.2011
- Constructed and assembled concrete forms for various residential and commercial projects.
- Operated power tools and equipment for cutting, shaping, and finishing concrete.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines and quality standards.
Concrete superintendent
Tricon concrete
Vista
08.2007 - 12.2010
- Oversaw daily concrete operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated project schedules and managed workforce allocation on job sites.
- Monitored quality control of concrete mixes and materials used in construction.
- Oversaw multiple crews of carpenters and finishers
- Collaborated with project managers to assess project needs and resource requirements.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on proper concrete handling techniques.
- Implemented best practices to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity onsite.
- Conducted regular site inspections to ensure adherence to construction plans.
- Organized job sites by developing efficient systems for storing tools, supplies and equipment.
- Created detailed reports outlining progress, budgeting, materials used, labor costs and other pertinent information.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed, maintained a safe work environment, and addressed any potential hazards immediately.
- Developed project schedules based on customer needs and worked closely with management team to ensure deadlines were met.
- Ordered material as needed while adhering to budgetary constraints.
- Conducted regular meetings with contractors to discuss progress updates or changes in scope of work.
- Resolved conflicts between workers or disputes over jobsite protocol in a professional manner.
- Managed all concrete construction activities on multiple projects at once.
- Monitored quality control during installation of reinforcing steel and placement of concrete.
- Maintained accurate records related to projects including daily logs, time sheets, inspection reports.
- Supervised and trained a crew of laborers to ensure completion of tasks in accordance with company standards.
- Inspected formwork for accuracy prior to pouring concrete and monitored the curing process.
- Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
Concrete Forman
Prestige concrete
Poway
04.2004 - 08.2007
- Supervised concrete placement and finishing for residential and commercial projects.
- Coordinated daily tasks with crews to ensure timely project completion.
- Trained new workers on safety protocols and equipment operation.
Concrete carpenter/finisher
Pacific southwest
El Cajon
03.2003 - 04.2004
- Constructed and assembled concrete forms for various residential and commercial projects.
- Operated power tools and equipment for cutting, shaping, and finishing concrete.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines and quality standards.
Concrete Forman
Kim Stratton construction
Ramona
07.2001 - 04.2003
- Supervised concrete pouring operations on residential and commercial projects.
- Coordinated daily tasks among crew members for efficient workflow.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies on job sites.
Concrete Forman
NPC
Rainbow
10.1998 - 07.2001
- Supervised concrete pouring operations on residential and commercial projects.
- Coordinated daily tasks among crew members for efficient workflow.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies on job sites.
Concrete laborer/carpenter/finisher
Day company
Ramona
01.1994 - 10.1998
- Operated heavy machinery for concrete placement and finishing.
- Mixed and poured concrete for various construction projects.
- Assisted in forming, pouring, and leveling concrete surfaces.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Addiction Counseling
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT 09.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT 09.2014 - 05.2017
Skills
- Concrete formwork
- Concrete finishing
- Power tool operation
- Bluprint interpretation
- Project scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Site safety compliance
- Resource management
- Problem solving
- Training and mentoring
- Time management
- Foundation building
- Wall forming
- Safety regulations
- Slab pouring
- Formwork construction
- Forklift certification
- Forklift operation
- Site preparation
- Finishing techniques
- Heavy equipment operation
- Surface repair
- Planning and scheduling
- Supply coordination
- Personal protective equipment
- Concrete stamping
- Foundation construction
- Form setting
- Demolition work
- Safety protocols
- Staining and coloring
- Blueprint reading
- Deck construction
Timeline
Concrete carpenter/finisher lead
Rangel concrete services
10.2022 - Current
Graduate Certificate - Addiction Counseling
Montana State University
09.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Montana State University
09.2014 - 05.2017
Concrete carpenter/ finisher lead
Easton concrete
02.2013 - 10.2022
Concrete carpenter
Cartel construction
04.2011 - 01.2013
Concrete carpenter/finisher
Sdr construction
01.2009 - 03.2011
Concrete superintendent
Tricon concrete
08.2007 - 12.2010
Concrete Forman
Prestige concrete
04.2004 - 08.2007
Concrete carpenter/finisher
Pacific southwest
03.2003 - 04.2004
Concrete Forman
Kim Stratton construction
07.2001 - 04.2003
Concrete Forman
NPC
10.1998 - 07.2001
Concrete laborer/carpenter/finisher
Day company
01.1994 - 10.1998