Utilities Foreman / Assistant Superintendent at Robert B Somerville (2022-10 – 2025-11)
Orchestrating daily operations for critical plant upgrades and infrastructure projects supporting major expansions.
- Hurontario LRT (Mobilinx/Alectra Utilities): Orchestrating daily operations for critical plant upgrades supporting the $4.6B light rail transit expansion
- Sanofi Pharmaceuticals Campus: Directing 50-acre campus infrastructure upgrades, including the installation of Steam Plant systems, Medium Voltage Vista switches, and Toronto Hydro switchgear
- Hydro One / Microsoft AI Project: Spearheading the installation of concrete-encased transmission lines and manholes connecting Hydro right-of-ways (C5/C20) to the new Microsoft AI Transformer Station, including a high-stakes micro-tunnel operation under Hwy 401
- Project Controls: Plan, schedule, and evaluate complex construction phases, ensuring all activities align with critical path milestones for high-profile clients like Hydro One, EHV Power, and the City of Toronto
- Safety Leadership: Serve as the primary authority for site Health & Safety; conduct all employee orientations and daily safety meetings to maintain a zero-incident work environment
- Client Relations: Act as the primary field liaison between subcontractors and major stakeholders (EHV, Ecosystem, City of Toronto) to resolve site issues and ensure design compliance
Foreman / Superintendent at Alltrade Industrial (2019-05 – 2022-10)
Spearheading complex construction and maintenance projects with focus on project controls, resource management, and safety governance.
- End-to-End Project Lifecycle: Spearhead the planning, scheduling, and execution of complex construction and maintenance projects from inception to closeout, ensuring strict adherence to multi-million dollar budgets and engineering specifications
- Resource & Milestone Management: Develop detailed construction milestones and critical path schedules, monitoring real-time progress to mitigate delays and maintain operational flow
- Contract & Cost Administration: Manage all administrative functions, including precise cost control, material procurement, and the negotiation of change orders to protect project margins
- Quality & Safety Governance: Design and implement comprehensive Quality Control (QC) programs and site-specific Health and Safety protocols, ensuring 100% compliance through regular audits and employee safety orientations
- Inter-Agency Liaison: Serve as the primary field representative for critical relations with MTO, York Region, Durham Region, City of Barrie, and Alectra, facilitating seamless coordination between public agencies and general contractors
- Subcontractor Management: Lead and evaluate the performance of diverse sub-trade teams (including Aecon, Dufferin, Rafat, and Guild Electric), ensuring high-quality workmanship and schedule alignment across all specialized installations
- Field Operations Oversight: Direct day-to-day field activities and workforce allocation, fostering a productive and safe environment for all subordinate staff and subcontractors
Foreman / Project Supervisor at Highway Technology (2016-03 – 2019-05)
Directed construction, commissioning, and maintenance of traffic signals, street lighting, and advanced detection systems. Company was purchased by Alltrade Industrial.
- MTO & Municipal Compliance: Directed the construction, commissioning, and maintenance of permanent and temporary traffic signals and street lighting, ensuring all installations met MTO (Ministry of Transportation) and regional municipal standards
- Advanced Detection Systems: Managed the high-precision installation of Traffic Loops, FTMS (Freeway Traffic Management Systems), and both intersection and classification stations for real-time data collection
- COMPAS Integration: Served as the Primary Contact for COMPAS, coordinating complex traffic control setups and incident management protocols to minimize highway disruptions
- Large-Scale Signage: Oversaw the structural installation of ground-mounted and overhead signage for high-velocity corridors, including the 407 ETR, York Region, and MTO networks
- Multi-Utility Civil Works: Spearheaded civil installations for major providers, including Bell Canada, Veridian Hydro, and Persona Cable, managing trenching, duct banks, and surface restoration
- Fleet & Heavy Equipment Management: Directed the strategic scheduling of materials and staff; personally operated and trained teams on high-stakes machinery, including Backhoes, RBDs, Skid Steers, and Mini-hoes
- Quality Assurance: Executed Core Quality Control Inspections on all infrastructure projects to guarantee long-term structural integrity and contract compliance
- JHSC Leadership: Active member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC); identified on-site hazards and implemented corrective actions to maintain a gold-standard safety culture
- Regulatory Liaison: Acted as the frontline representative for the company with major stakeholders, ensuring seamless project delivery across multiple jurisdictions
Afternoon Shift Supervisor / Equipment Operator at Town of Innisfil (2006-06 – 2016-03)
Executed civil site preparation, road maintenance, and specialized vactor operations with focus on safety and fleet management.
- Civil Site Preparation: Executed precision ditching and grading utilizing laser level technology and expert backhoe operation to ensure proper drainage and erosion control
- General Road Maintenance: Directed comprehensive maintenance programs including asphalt patching, shoulder stabilizing, and the installation of regulatory and warning signage
- Specialized Vactor Operations: Managed high-pressure vacuum systems (Vactor) for culvert flushing and catch basin cleaning; provided critical support for Water/Wastewater divisions, Innisfil Hydro, and the Town of Essa
- On-Call Incident Command: Served as a core member of the Roads 'On-Call' Patrol staff for 6+ years, responding to immediate infrastructure failures, weather emergencies, and safety hazards
- Winter Operations Management: Orchestrated large-scale snow and ice control utilizing Single/Tandem plows, Graders, and sidewalk machines; coordinated snow removal logistics via Loader and Backhoe teams
- Site Sanitation: Supervised municipal cleanliness programs using Street Sweepers, Trackless units, and Water Trucks to maintain public safety and air quality standards
- JHSC Leadership: Championed site-wide safety as a member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC), ensuring all road operations complied with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Fleet Readiness: Oversaw routine shop and equipment maintenance programs, reducing downtime by ensuring machinery was inspected and field-ready for seasonal transitions
