Brian Nunn
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Perceptive Estimator offering five years of experience in developing and managing project estimates by coordinating with colleagues and clients. Successful in devising bid proposals in line with client specifications and objectives through clear communication and attention to detail. Driven to minimize costs by continually comparing project costs to estimates and coordinating with leaders on cost-cutting methods.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimator
Cabeen Originals
01.2022 - Current
- Obtain quotes and negotiate pricing from different suppliers and vendors
- Create Bill of Materials to be ordered for projects
- Review and edit Contracts from General Contractor
- Collaborated with other departments and contractors to access all necessary information and expertise to create comprehensive estimates.
- Delivered consulting services to advise clients on cost-saving strategies and best practices.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
- Utilized cost-estimating software to streamline estimating processes and produce accurate and reliable estimates.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
Preconstruction Manager
Grace Construction
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Estimate new homes and write a Scope of work
- Estimate commercial Projects and write a Scope of work
- Obtain quotes from different suppliers and vendors
- Write Instructions to Bidders
- Write owner and subcontractor contracts
- Assist with alignment of project resources
Estimator/ Project Manager
New Blue Construction
11.2018 - 07.2021
- Estimate new custom homes and write a Scope of work
- Estimate residential and commercial renovation/ remodels and write a Scope of work
- Manage and maintain all job warranties
- Write owner and subcontractor contracts
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Provided detailed project status updates to clients and management.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
Project Manager/ Purchaser
Bell Homebuilders
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Manage Buildertrend and keep all projects up to date
- Review and process all subcontractor and supplier invoices
- Apply and manage building permits
- Set up and maintain all utilities for new construction homes
- Cost analysis of building processes
- Interview potential sub-contractors and compare pricing and capabilities
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
Administrator
Wurster Construction
09.2015 - 10.2017
- Project Documentation – contracts, budgets, archiving, invoicing
- Create Operations and Maintenance Manuals
- Support Project Managers and Superintendents
- Train employees and new hires on ProCore
- Advance ProCore and Docusign Administrator
- Assist with alignment of project resources
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Ball State University
Muncie, IN08.2015
Minor - Business Administration
Ball State University
Muncie, IN08.2015
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Microsoft Office and Google Docs
- Capable with Stack Pro
- Experienced ProCore Administrator
- Docusign Administrator
- Experience with Smart Sheets
- Advanced Bluebeam experience
- Obtaining Bids
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Quantity Take-Offs
- Site Visits
- Calculating Cost Factors
Timeline
Estimator
Cabeen Originals
01.2022 - Current
Preconstruction Manager
Grace Construction
09.2021 - 01.2022
Estimator/ Project Manager
New Blue Construction
11.2018 - 07.2021
Project Manager/ Purchaser
Bell Homebuilders
11.2017 - 08.2018
Administrator
Wurster Construction
09.2015 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Ball State University
Minor - Business Administration
Ball State University
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