Christopher Herner
Lakewood
Summary
Perceptive Estimator/ Project Manager offering over 30 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
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Estimator/ Project Manager
Drywall Services Inc
03.2021 - Current
- Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
- Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
- Monitored project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.
Project Estimator/ Project Manager
Innovative Interiors And Construction
07.2015 - 02.2020
- Utilized cost estimation systems to document project information, create estimates and revise project cost to reflect current data.
- Delivered comprehensive bid proposals for Acoustical Ceilings and Wall projects and gained client approval on costs.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on-task and achieve schedule targets.
Outside Sales Representative
Gypsum Products
11.2012 - 06.2015
- Computed Total costs and profits requirements for customer sales to provide accurate pricing.
- Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Set up appoints with potential and current customers to promote new products and services.
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve any technical or service concerns.
Outside Sales Representative
Wagner Interior Supply (FBM)
10.2011 - 11.2012
- Wrote sales contracts for orders obtained and submitted orders for processing.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate offerings and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Prepared competitive product quotes for customer projects and suggested products per customer's specification review.
Sales Representative/ Purchasing Agent
MGM Supply
06.2001 - 10.2011
- Conducted on-site product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
- Generated material quotes for customer's projects and followed up with proposal review of our product pricing.
- Met frequently with technical, product management and service personnel to stay current on company offerings and business polices.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
Education
No Degree - Architectural And Building Sciences
Delta College
Bay City, MISkills
- Blueprint Analysis
- Project Coordination
- Customer relationship management
- Proposal writing
- BlueBeam knowledge
- Document Analysis
- On-Screen Takeoff
- Schedule overview
Timeline
Project Estimator/ Project Manager
Drywall Services Inc
03.2021 - Current
Project Estimator/ Project Manager
Innovative Interiors And Construction
07.2015 - 02.2020
Outside Sales Representative
Gypsum Products
11.2012 - 06.2015
Outside Sales Representative
Wagner Interior Supply (FBM)
10.2011 - 11.2012
Sales Representative/ Purchasing Agent
MGM Supply
06.2001 - 10.2011
No Degree - Architectural And Building Sciences
Delta College
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