Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Chris Newdiger

Knoxville

Summary

Accomplished Ironworker Foreman with a proven track record at UCOR and other projects, showcasing expertise in steel erection and exceptional leadership qualities. Elevated project efficiency and team morale, ensuring adherence to OSHA and DOE compliance. Renowned for enhancing structural integrity and project delivery through rigorous quality control and strategic job planning.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Ironworker

Ironworkers Local Union #597
08.2016 - Current
  • Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
  • Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for buildings and other structures.
  • Fabricated metal components to required dimensions and locations per drawings.
  • Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.

Ironworker Foreman

UCOR
11.2023 - Current
  • ORNL EGCR, 3517, 3042, 3001, 3002, 3038, Strawberry Patch, MSRE, and more.
  • Adhere to UCOR and DOE standards for safety and performance.
  • Foreman for Treatment and Headworks on the Mercury project.

Ironworker Foreman

ANW
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Examined architectural drawings and building blueprints to determine reinforcement requirements.
  • Positioned rebar and other iron reinforcement following pouring of concrete.
  • Foreman for Treatment and Headworks on the Mercury project.

Owner

Rise Above Construction LLC
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals by clients such as 84 Lumber, Tuff Sheds, and The Home Depot.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.

Ironworker

CNS Y-12
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • Installed rebar, manned the Ground Penetrating Radar for multiple craft, and other necessary tasks needed to keep the project for UPF progressing.

Ironworker

A,C.Delovade INC
04.2021 - 04.2021

Ironworker Foreman

Richmond County Constructors
10.2019 - 12.2020
  • Contributed to the successful completion of numerous high-profile construction projects by demonstrating strong leadership skills and a commitment to excellence in every aspect of the Ironworker Foreman role.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by effectively managing and directing a team of ironworkers in the completion of construction tasks.
  • Elevated team morale by fostering a positive work environment focused on collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect.
  • Proactively identified and addressed potential bottlenecks in project workflow, leading to consistent on-time delivery of milestones.

Education

No Degree - Business Management

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Steel erection
  • Reinforcing steel placement
  • Structural welding
  • Quality control
  • Rigging techniques
  • Structural inspection
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Assignment delegation
  • Job site preparation
  • Job planning
  • OSHA compliance

Certification

*OSHA 30 hour

*Subpart R

*Fall protection (IW 384)

*Qualified Rigger

*Crane signaling Hand and Voice

*UCOR Ironworker requirements

*Q clearance currently in process

Timeline

Ironworker Foreman

UCOR
11.2023 - Current

Ironworker Foreman

ANW
06.2023 - 11.2023

Owner

Rise Above Construction LLC
01.2022 - 05.2023

Ironworker

CNS Y-12
05.2021 - 11.2021

Ironworker

A,C.Delovade INC
04.2021 - 04.2021

Ironworker Foreman

Richmond County Constructors
10.2019 - 12.2020

Ironworker

Ironworkers Local Union #597
08.2016 - Current

*OSHA 30 hour

*Subpart R

*Fall protection (IW 384)

*Qualified Rigger

*Crane signaling Hand and Voice

*UCOR Ironworker requirements

*Q clearance currently in process

No Degree - Business Management

Grand Canyon University
Chris Newdiger