Chase Counts
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Proactive Estimator / Senior Project Manager with a strong background in accurate cost estimation and project management in general construction and residential construction. Renowned for delivering reliable estimates, fostering client trust, and negotiating favorable material costs. Demonstrates exceptional communication and organizational skills, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Estimator / Senior Project Manager
Pinnacle Roofing & Exteriors Inc.
07.2022 - Current
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Established a reputation for delivering reliable and accurate estimates, resulting in increased client trust and repeat business opportunities.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Calculated labor hours accurately based on trade-specific productivity rates, leading to more realistic project timelines and work plans.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Presented comprehensive bid proposals to clients, showcasing a clear understanding of their requirements and expectations.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans, and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Conducted thorough site visits to gather essential information for precise estimates, minimizing potential change orders during construction phases.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable prices and terms to lower material costs.
- Tracked project costs and expenses to monitor progress and identify and mitigate deviations from original estimate.
- Reviewed and approved invoices and change orders to monitor project expenses and reflect any change to scope in project budget.
- Provided value engineering suggestions throughout projects'' lifecycle, revealing opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or functionality.
- Improved client satisfaction with detailed and transparent cost breakdowns, establishing trust and facilitating smoother project negotiations.
- Played key role in project planning meetings, offering insights into cost implications of design choices.
- Provided knowledge and guidance with homeowners during insurance claims for roof related projects.
- Assisted in payroll completion and accuracy for our field crews.
Construction Estimator
JD Miles & Sons
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Earned repeat business from satisfied clients due to attention to detail, professionalism, and exceptional communication skills during the estimation process.
- Collaborated effectively with project teams to ensure smooth transitions from estimating to construction phases.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant building codes and regulations while preparing cost estimates.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Collaborated with other departments and contractors to access all necessary information and expertise to create comprehensive estimates.
- Leverage sales techniques and articulate product values to generate new business.
- Schedule crews and coordinate residential and commercial installation procedures ro roof replacement projects.
Demolition Laborer
United Restoration
12.2017 - 08.2019
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques and equipment when required, increasing overall productivity on job sites.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Loaded and removed debris from sites to keep areas clean and avoid safety concerns.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Reduced project completion time by efficiently organizing and executing tasks with team members.
- Worked in crawl spaces to lay new vapor barriers, insulation, and remove mold.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Government / Leadership
Hampden-Sydney College
Hampden Sydney, VA05.2020
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Work Ethic
- Team Management
- Organizational Skills to Enhance Work Productivity
- Cost Estimation
- Material takeoffs
- Estimating Software
- Vendor relationships
- Residential construction
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Relationship Building
Certification
- OSHA-10 Certified
- Fall Protection for Competent Person Certified
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Certified
- Blueprint 101 Certified
- Pass all safety training per NRCA
Additional Information
Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
Managed 3-15 crew members on roof replacements that included Shingle, EPDM, TPO, Shake, Slate, Copper, and Standing Seam Metal.
Managed small roof and gutter crews to complete roof related repairs, gutter repairs, full gutter replacements, and unique request from homeowners.
Led my team to achieve better sales outputs, and long-term organizational skills to promote higher quality customer satisfaction.
Timeline
Estimator / Senior Project Manager
Pinnacle Roofing & Exteriors Inc.
07.2022 - Current
Construction Estimator
JD Miles & Sons
07.2021 - 06.2022
Demolition Laborer
United Restoration
12.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Government / Leadership
Hampden-Sydney College
- OSHA-10 Certified
- Fall Protection for Competent Person Certified
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Certified
- Blueprint 101 Certified
- Pass all safety training per NRCA
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