United States
Union Ironworker (Local 1, Book #1409766) with 18+ years of experience in structural steel erection and infrastructure construction. Proven General Foreman leading multiple crews on multimillion-dollar commercial, bridge, and public works projects across the Chicagoland area. Skilled in jobsite coordination, rigging and erection planning, OSHA safety compliance, and managing production across complex, high-volume construction environments. OSHA 10/30 certified with advanced welding qualifications in stick, wire, and stainless steel.
I worked in the field as a journeyman ironworker off and on through out the years occasionally taking on the role of Foreman. I left there for an opportunity with another contractor that had an exclusive contract. I've continue to work with Area Equipment on projects in the evening and weekends setting bridges. I've also assisted them by furnishing man power and keeping their regular employees working when they were slow.
Superintendent for 2 years until the company model reduced to 2 or 3 small crews, no longer requiring a Superintendent. I then took on the role of General Foreman where I was involved in Bidding, Planning and installation of all the jobs. Many projects throughout the city such as overseeing the installation of over 1000 feet of glass rail and sub steel for the Willis Tower expansion project, many sculptures for friends of the parks, John Henry sculpture at Tennessee Tech university, new training facility for Peoples Gas, Metal Buildings from anchors to completion and much more. Unfortunately in March of 2025 the company found itself with little work on the books for the year and I decided to move on until the forecast became more consistent.
Served much of my apprenticeship with Area Erectors and after becoming a journeyman Ironworker I took on the role of Foreman. I left there when a better opportunity became available.