Paul Townsend

Highly experienced construction laborer with 10+ years of hands-on experience supporting large-scale commercial and residential projects. Skilled in heavy equipment operation, blueprint interpretation, and leading crews to complete projects safely and on schedule. Strong background in concrete work, demolition, and site management, with a consistent record of improving efficiency and maintaining high safety standards.

Senior Construction Laborer / Crew Lead at GME Engineering (2026-02 – Present)

• Supervise and coordinate a crew of 8–12 laborers on commercial and residential job sites
• Experience with blueprints and collaborate with foremen to plan daily operations
• Operate heavy machinery including excavators and skid steers for grading and trenching
• Lead concrete work for foundations, sidewalks, and structural elements
• Enforce OSHA safety standards, contributing to a 30% reduction in job site incidents
• Train new employees on equipment operation, safety procedures, and workflow efficiency
• Maintain job site organization, ensuring tools and materials are properly stored and accessible

Construction Laborer at Lasar Underground Construction (2025-10 – 2026-02)

• Assisted in all phases of construction, including demolition, framing, and finishing
• Read and followed blueprints to accurately complete assigned tasks
• Operated power tools and machinery safely and efficiently
• Supported electricians, plumbers, and carpenters to meet project deadlines
• Helped reduce material waste through precise measurement and handling
• Performed routine maintenance and inspection of tools and equipment

EV Charger Installation Laborer at Zero Impact Builders (2024-08 – 2025-10)

• Assisted in the installation of EV charging stations for commercial and residential projects
• Performed site preparation, including trenching, digging, and conduit layout for electrical runs
• Loaded, transported, and staged materials such as conduit, wiring, and charging equipment
• Backfilled trenches and restored surfaces (concrete, asphalt, landscaping) after installation
• Coordinated with team members and supervisors to complete projects on schedule
• Conducted routine equipment checks and ensured proper tool maintenance

High School Diploma – Highland Highschool