Alexia Valdez
San Tan Valley
Summary
Dedicated estimator with 5+ years of experience in the commercial construction industry. Extensive background in various business sectors, including tenant improvements, municipalities JOC, K-12, industrial, healthcare, and multi-family projects ranging from $2K to $450M. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management and an MBA in Business Administration. Highly involved, hands-on, and team-oriented professional with strong proficiency in operational coordination. Demonstrates strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities. Driven to develop and maintain relationships with trade partners. Enthusiastic about leveraging experience and growth mindset to collaborate and support the success of construction projects and the overall team.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimator
Wespac Construction
09.2024 - Current
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
Estimator
Adolfson & Peterson Construction
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted thorough analysis of project plans, specifications, and requirements to accurately estimate costs for construction projects
- Collaborated with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to gather necessary information for preparing detailed project estimates
- Utilized estimating software and tools to create detailed take-offs and cost breakdowns, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness in bids
- Reviewed and analyzed bid documents to identify potential risks, opportunities for cost savings, and value engineering solutions
- Focus on subcontractor relationship management to increase bidder list and maintain current subcontractor relationships
- Cross departmental collaboration to develop a subcontractor performance review program to evaluate achievements and contributions as well as areas for improvement
Associate Estimator
Layton Construction
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Supported senior estimators by gathering and analyzing project data to develop accurate cost estimates
- Assisted in the preparation of bid proposals by researching and obtaining pricing information from subcontractors and suppliers
- Conducted take-offs and quantity surveys to estimate the quantities and costs of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontracts
- Utilized estimating software and tools to create detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction projects
Bid Coordinator/Estimator
SDB, Inc.
09.2018 - 05.2021
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans and interpret drawings, specifications, and other related documents to create budget/bidding proposals
- Resolve cost differences by obtaining multiple quotes for each trade required, analyze, and select the most suitable offer
- Perform risk assessments to account for potential deviations from project plan
- Collect and analyze data to determine time, materials, and labor required for projects
- Provide accurate and clear quantity takeoff information to deliver a comprehensive bid proposal
- Manage bidding software Pantera across multiple offices to submit RFP’s, RFI’s, addenda, or project updates.
- Maintain bidder’s list by collaborating with safety department on prequalification as well as department leaders to score subcontractor’s performance for future work.
Project Coordinator
Thyssenkrupp Elevator
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Maintain backlog database, including reviewing costs with managers, coordinating cost corrections with payroll and purchasing
- Process elevator repairs and inspections to set up and organize jobs within Oracle system and communicate to ensure repairs ware completed in efficient, timely, and profitable manner
- Maintain backlog and proper documentation to closeout repairs
- Communicate frequently with customers to schedule repairs and inspections, answer questions, and follow up after completion
- Identify conflicts in repair progress and communicate them with customer
- Review contracts and booking packages to determine billing terms of each project
- Assist operations superintendents and managers with managing daily callbacks, including rerouting tickets, contacting customers, dispatching entrapment calls, etc
Office Manager & Sales Coordinator
Thyssenkrupp Elevator
01.2016 - 09.2017
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients, providing exceptional customer service and driving repeat business
- Lowered office operating costs by 25% through implementing best practices in tracking supplier and customer invoices
- Improved inventory accuracy by 30% through managing the company's entire inventory of purchased and sold products and services
- Administrative tasks within sales operations
- Key account development and acquisition
- Coordinated sales meetings and events, including booking venues, arranging catering, and preparing materials, ensuring seamless execution and high attendee satisfaction
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Everglades University
Boca Raton, FL05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Everglades University
Boca Raton, FL12.2019
Skills
- Business Management and Development
- Master Communicator
- Marketing Strategy
- Database Management
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Subcontractor Management
- Business Administration
- Safety and Compliance
- Administrative Support
- Data Analysis
- Cost Control and Analysis
- Quantity take-offs
Accomplishments
- Summa Cum Laude, Everglades University, 05/01/21
- Magma Cum Laude, Everglades University, 12/01/19
Hobbies and Interests
- Community Service & Nonprofits
- Small Business Entrepreneurship
- Continuing Education
- Real Estate & Inspection
- Mental Health
- Hiking/Camping
- Traveling
Timeline
Estimator
Wespac Construction
09.2024 - Current
Estimator
Adolfson & Peterson Construction
07.2024 - 09.2024
Associate Estimator
Layton Construction
07.2022 - 07.2024
Bid Coordinator/Estimator
SDB, Inc.
09.2018 - 05.2021
Project Coordinator
Thyssenkrupp Elevator
10.2017 - 09.2018
Office Manager & Sales Coordinator
Thyssenkrupp Elevator
01.2016 - 09.2017
MBA - Business Administration
Everglades University
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Everglades University
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