1. DION A NICHOLS
905-872-0416
Dnichols1971@hotmail.com
733 Vellore Park Avenue, Woodbridge, ON, Dnichols1971@hotmail.com
SUMMARY: Highly focused and hardworking Construction Supervisor with working experience in heavy
civil construction performing and supervising earthwork, site utilities and concrete
construction. Working knowledge of computer software used in the construction industry.
Adept at working well independently or as part of a professional building construction team.
Skilled in using hand tools, power tools, heavy machinery and all types of heavy motor vehicles
to complete construction projects Successful in completing difficult projects on schedule with
consistent follow through on all instructions.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
COCO PAVING LTD, Toronto,
Foreman – 4 man crew - 2011 – Present
Roles and Responsibilities:
 Ensuring that all projects are performed in accordance with contractual and quality standards;
 Scheduling and directing the daily activities of work and taking necessary action to assure that the project
objectives of cleanliness, safety, schedule, quality and process are met.
 Builds and maintains a trusting relationship with the Client, Subcontractors, Suppliers, and direct hire
trades
 Maintaining Equipment in a high state of readiness through daily and proactive maintenance;
 Oversees work progress to control quality, resolve problems, assist and give advice when required
 Maintaining daily paperwork such as timecards, field reports, schedule updates and E-mail
correspondence to keep the various people involved with the project informed of important issues.
 Implementing incremental project schedules that make sure upcoming events are on track and are being
proactively attended to.
 Promoting and maintaining a culture that values safety, health and cleanliness.
 Conducting and/or attending pre-construction, progress and other project and staff meetings.
 Manage the preparation of Daily/Weekly/Monthly Progress Reports
 Identify and Monitor Quality KPls, assign Corrective/Preventive Actions when needed
 Ensure that Audit/Inspection results are effectively communicated to relevant Managers and all
Findings/Non-Conformances are closed out in timely manner
 Assists the Project Manager in determining crew requirements during progression of work
SUNCOR ENERGY, Toronto, ON
Supervisor 20 man crew
2005 –2011
Roles and Responsibilities:
 Assign tasks to crew members
 Identify necessary project materials
 Maintain and track all company assets
 Manage all customer interaction on site
 Complete all reporting and project documentation
 Ensure proper use of all safety equipment and adherence to all safety procedures as well as compliance
with all Ontario’s regulations on site
 Review Project execution, status, areas of concern and risks
 Participate in Risk Management and Lessons Learned programs
 While onsite, will engage in physical activity including standing, walking, lifting, climbing and related
physical activities typical of an industrial job site.
 Expertise in Safety precautions and Personal Protective Equipment

2. DION A NICHOLS
905-872-0416
Dnichols1971@hotmail.com
733 Vellore Park Avenue, Woodbridge, ON, Dnichols1971@hotmail.com
LAKE RIDGE CONTRUCTION, Toronto, ON
Supervisor – 18 man crew
2000-2005
Roles and Responsibilities:
 Following the project plans and schedules and ensuring that the crew’s daily and weekly activities meet
production goals
 Leads the crew and is accountable for how the crew completes assigned work. Ensuring that the
completed work meets the specifications
 Completing incident and other safety reports in a timely manner
 Communicating and assigning individual tasks to a member or members of his crew
 Setting work standards and outlining behavioral expectations to ensure crew morale and productivity.
Ensuring Health and Safety Act and safety policies and procedures outlined in the company policy
 Interacting with other company supervisors, inspectors and clients
 Understanding the work at hand, organize the workforce and equipment
 Discussing and planning with the manager/superintendent the proposed work
 Ensuring proper techniques are utilized to achieve the highest possible workmanship and quality of work
 Inspecting the completed work and initiating timely resolutions if required
EDUCATION: COMPLTED HIGH SCHOOL WITH GRADE 12 – NEWFOUNDLAND
ADDITIONAL SKILLS:
 Foreman/Truck/Machine Operator
 Grinder and Float Driver Operator, Operate other machinery as well
 Truck driver for 18 years, AZ License
 Expert in Microsoft Office, with a focus on PPT
 Native English
 Web and tech savvy, require little to no training
 Knowledge of construction methods, road construction materials, heavy equipment operation and
industry requirements
 Ability to liaise with varying work groups including operations, engineering, and subcontractors
 Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills
 Knowledge of scheduling and planning
 Ability to work under limited supervision.
 Good aptitude with MS Office
REFERENCES: To be available on request