Caroline Perez
Cleveland
Summary
Driven Estimator/Sales Executive with a proven track record at Designer Accents and Granite State Specialties, excelling in cost estimation and bid preparation. Skilled in utilizing estimating software and dedicated to strong client relationships, I drive project success through effective communication and value engineering, ensuring competitive pricing and accurate proposals that meet client needs. Passion for sales with a dynamic personality and dedicated to building not only relationships with customers but friendships.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimator/Sales Executive
Lighting Tuition and Granite State Specialties
09.2024 - Current
- Prepared detailed cost estimates for various projects using industry-standard software and templates.
- Collaborated with project managers to assess project specifications.
- Reviewed Plans and specifications to determine material quantities and labor requirements.
- Communicated with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing for materials and services.
- Attended team meetings, providing insights on budgetary constraints and potential risks.
- Determined labor hours based on trade-specific productivity rates, for project timelines and work plans.
Construction Estimator
Blind Intuition
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Reviewed project specifications and blueprints to prepare accurate cost estimates.
- Utilized estimating software to Create and improve efficiency in bid preparation.
- Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
- Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
Sales Agent
Leomhann Enterprises
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships to drive sales growth.
- Conducted market research to identify potential leads and target demographics.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline sales processes and improve efficiency.
- Mentored new sales agents on best practices and effective sales techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service and regular followups.
- Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders.
- Explained features and advantages of Phones, internet and cable products or services to promote sales.
- Enhanced product knowledge through continuous training and professional development opportunities.
Estimator/Sales Executive
Designer Accents
12.2021 - 10.2023
- Reviewed blueprints and technical drawings to determine material quantities and labor requirements.
- Communicated with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing for materials and services.
- Conducted Scope review meetings with GC's, Owners and Architects to ensure proposal included ownerships intent.
- Visited sites when possible to confirm proposal was accurate
- Followed up with potential customers and maintained sales bid log
- Though LinkedIn and other platforms provided by ownership located potential projects. Once identified called GC or owner educated them on our experience and asked for the opportunity to quote.
Shipping and Receiving Manager
Lippert Components
08.2015 - 10.2023
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to streamline procurement processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support production schedules and meet customer demands effectively.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
- Enhanced shipping efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
- Oversaw daily shipping and receiving operations.
- Coordinated and scheduled truck shipments; ordered and dispatched trucks.
- Managed drivers and ensured timely delivery of materials.
- Operated forklifts, wrappers, and other warehouse equipment.
- Maintained organization and accuracy in high-volume logistics operations.
- Data Entry/BOM
- Laser operator (prior to promotion)
- Programmer
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn High School
Elkhart, IN06-2014
Skills
- Cost estimation
- Material takeoffs
- Estimate preparation
- Estimating software
- Bid preparation
- Value engineering
- Proficient with computers/Software and Technology
- Bluebeam
- Procore
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Excel/Word/Outlook/Teams/Zoom Literate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Estimator/Sales Executive
Lighting Tuition and Granite State Specialties
09.2024 - Current
Construction Estimator
Blind Intuition
04.2024 - 04.2025
Sales Agent
Leomhann Enterprises
10.2023 - 09.2024
Estimator/Sales Executive
Designer Accents
12.2021 - 10.2023
Shipping and Receiving Manager
Lippert Components
08.2015 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Penn High School