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Beth Johnson

Portland,OR

Summary

Experienced and driven Construction Estimator . Delivering consistently insightful cost projections for projects. Resourceful analyzer utilizes various estimation techniques to verify accuracy of relevant cost factors. Tactfully relays budget inputs to team for constructing cohesive cost blueprints. Maintains the ability to coordinate trades, build partnerships, and work collaboratively with architects, engineers, vendors, and local officials to ensure the timely and budget friendly completion of a project. Experienced in building codes and regulations and negotiating contracts. Consistently bringing forth expertise in team building and leadership and quality control management for every job taken on.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Estimator

OHI Construction
12.2020 - Current
  • Increased project accuracy by diligently reviewing plans and specifications for construction projects.
  • Reduced estimation errors through thorough site visits and consultations with clients and architects.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing detailed cost breakdowns and accurate estimates for various project scopes.
  • Working closely with adjusters from various insurance companies to ensure accurate like, kind and quality estimates are produced.
  • Utilizing contractor referral programs to enhance productivity for the company.
  • Streamlined the bidding process by managing multiple subcontractor quotes and ensuring timely submissions.
  • Maximized profit margins with strategic value engineering, identifying alternative materials and methods.
  • Collaborated effectively with project teams to ensure smooth transitions from estimating to construction phases.
  • Kept management informed of market trends, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on material costs and labor rates.
  • Demonstrated versatility in estimating a wide range of construction projects, from residential to commercial builds.
  • Assisted project managers in developing budgets based on accurate estimates, proactively addressing potential cost overruns.
  • Earned repeat business from satisfied clients due to attention to detail, professionalism, and exceptional communication skills during the estimation process.
  • Established a reputation for delivering reliable and accurate estimates, resulting in increased client trust and repeat business opportunities.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant building codes and regulations while preparing cost estimates.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors, negotiating favorable pricing agreements to reduce overall project costs.
  • Identified potential risks and challenges to project cost and timeline to adjust estimates accordingly.
  • Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
  • Reviewed and approved invoices and change orders to monitor project expenses and reflect any change to scope in project budget.
  • Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
  • Conducted post-project analyses to identify areas of improvement in future estimates, minimizing discrepancies between actual costs and initial projections.

Project Manager

OHI Construction
11.2017 - 12.2020
  • Review and analyze blueprints prior to construction
  • Prepare all construction documents and ensure proper permitting
  • Work through negotiation
  • Use developmental strategies to comply with budget goals and profit margin
  • Manage projects ranging from 'decor' conversions to ground up construction
  • Review and approve contract documents, oversee contractor selection and bid process, award contracts, supervise construction, award contracts for fixture installation, coordinate all trades, develop and implement schedules, manage budgets, and coordinate with retail operations during all phases of projects
  • Proficient in handling simultaneous projects and meeting deadlines effectively
  • Assist with the estimating, pre-planning, and customer proposals for each assigned project
  • Hire and schedule project subcontractors and control work and progress of subcontractors, on-site supervisors, and tradesmen
  • Monitor and control project safety, quality, direct costs, schedules, and ensure project is built to quality standards adhering to government regulations and within expected time frame
  • Monitor construction plans for customer expectations to track and meet contractual obligations
  • Conduct weekly job meetings to ensure jobs stay on time and in budget.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.

Facility Administrator

Luke-Dorf Inc.
09.2015 - 09.2017
  • Planned and led training programs on staff development
  • Hired, trained and coached employees numbering 15+ at any given time
  • Presented training information via role-playing, simulations and team exercises
  • Performed bookkeeping activities, such as balancing accounts and conducting weekly audits for residents and residential program
  • Developed client treatment plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing care plans
  • Frequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents
  • Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA's) to identify performance areas for improvement
  • Processed monthly reports for program performance
  • Served as a liaison between clients and physicians to assist clients in understanding their treatment plans
  • Oversee program needs on a daily basis
  • Keeping client, staff, house, and service coordinator schedules
  • Frequent and consistent correspondence with county representatives, care teams, client families, and physicians
  • Performing intakes and discharges of clients into the facility
  • Keeping up to date and current case files complete with monthly progress notes
  • In charge of ordering program supplies for multiple facilities and creating monthly budget reports.

Operations Manager

Fort Knox Mini Storage and U-Haul
09.2016 - 08.2017
  • Maintaining daily operations of business
  • Managing inventory and purchasing items for restocking
  • Generating daily, weekly and monthly budget, payroll, operations and sales reports
  • Navigating customer concerns, complaints and compliments
  • Cash handling and daily deposits
  • Hiring and training of employees, managing staff meetings and ongoing trainings
  • Scheduling and trip planning for supervisor
  • Communicating and scheduling with vendors
  • Running daily and weekly update meetings
  • Developing working relationships with third party vendors, customers and neighboring business owners
  • Assisted in marketing and advertising meetings and implementation
  • Maintaining grounds of facility and light maintenance
  • Invoice processing and general filing
  • Working with sister facilities to ensure quality of service and overall experience
  • Operating Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook and Quickbooks.

Program Manager

Albertina Kerr Centers
08.2011 - 09.2015
  • Coordinated discharge planning to create smooth transitions into the community
  • Explained program offering and requirements to clients and answered related questions
  • Kept up-to-date, thorough and accurate case files
  • Represented the agency to government, funding and field sources at meeting and conferences
  • Led weekly program management meetings
  • Addressed program and policy issues, developed best practices
  • Managed a caseload of 5 clients at any given time
  • Referred clients to partner agencies for additional services
  • Collaborated with team members to identify and accomplish agency objectives
  • Evaluated team member performance and offered constructive feedback
  • Entered client data in a centralized database and maintained up-to-date case records for all clients
  • Conducted quarterly and annual reviews of direct reports
  • Educated residents and families about available services and resources
  • Oversaw the intake process for all new residents
  • Wrote and implemented Individual Support Plan for all clients served
  • Maintained day to day oversight of program and client needs
  • Hired, trained and coached employees numbering 10+ at any given time
  • Worked closely with DHS, county case workers, behavior specialists and all medical personnel to ensure clients received full services
  • Reduced and controlled program expenses to remain within fiscal budget
  • Supported clients emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs
  • Completed paper work for agencies such as child protective services and resource and referral centers
  • Assisted on home visits and held one on one progress report sessions with parents after working hours.

Education

Collaborative Problem Solving Classes

Management Training and Development Classes

HIPPA Compliance Class

QMHA

Xactimate Training

Restoration Manager

Sage 100 for Construction

IICRC Water Tech Certification

AA Degree (Business) -

Portland State University
Portland, OR
01.2005

High School Diploma -

Sunset High School
Beaverton, OR
01.2003

Skills

  • Cost Estimation
  • Scope Review
  • Bid preparation
  • Budget Development
  • Change order management
  • Construction management
  • Estimate Preparation
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Project Planning
  • Blueprint Analysis

References Available

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Timeline

Estimator

OHI Construction
12.2020 - Current

Project Manager

OHI Construction
11.2017 - 12.2020

Operations Manager

Fort Knox Mini Storage and U-Haul
09.2016 - 08.2017

Facility Administrator

Luke-Dorf Inc.
09.2015 - 09.2017

Program Manager

Albertina Kerr Centers
08.2011 - 09.2015

Collaborative Problem Solving Classes

Management Training and Development Classes

HIPPA Compliance Class

QMHA

Xactimate Training

Restoration Manager

Sage 100 for Construction

IICRC Water Tech Certification

AA Degree (Business) -

Portland State University

High School Diploma -

Sunset High School

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