Christopher Kolby
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Seasoned Procurement Specialist, Foreman and Electrical Estimator, adept in leveraging organization and electrical estimating skills to achieve cost-effective solutions and streamline operations. Expert in commercial construction, demonstrating a proven track record of enhancing teamwork and collaboration. Successfully managed projects to completion, ensuring quality and efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Procuement
Canyon State Electric
Phoenix, AZ
11.2022 - 12.2024
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Electrical Estimator
Canyon State Electric
Phoenix, AZ
12.2018 - 11.2022
- Consulted with clients, vendors or architects to make estimates and resolve conflicts.
- Evaluated subcontractor quotes against estimated costs in order to minimize overall expenditure.
- Generated timely proposals to clearly communicate correspondence and bid clarifications.
- Analyzed blueprints and other documents to prepare time, cost and labor estimates.
Electrical Foreman
Canyon State Electric
Phoenix, AZ
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Maintained records of materials used, labor hours worked, and progress reports on projects.
- Analyzed blueprints, drawings, plans, sketches, or other engineering documents prior to beginning any electrical project.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
Electrical Foreman
Seatac Electrical
Phoenix, AZ
01.2016 - 10.2017
Electrial/Mechanical Custom Machine Builder
Advanced Technologies Inc.
Mesa, AZ
12.2009 - 01.2016
- Utilized blueprints, sketches and instructions to construct parts and products.
- Inspected completed machines to ensure they met quality standards prior to shipment.
- Installed, wired, and programmed electrical systems including PLCs, servo motors, hydraulic systems, sensors, and safety interlocks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2004
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Information Systems
Maricopa Community Colleges, Paradise Valley Community College
Phoenix, AZ05-2001
Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Microsoft office
- Time management
- Electrical estimating
- Bid preparation
- Value engineering
- Quantity take-offs
- Commercial construction experience
Timeline
Procuement
Canyon State Electric
11.2022 - 12.2024
Electrical Estimator
Canyon State Electric
12.2018 - 11.2022
Electrical Foreman
Canyon State Electric
10.2017 - 03.2018
Electrical Foreman
Seatac Electrical
01.2016 - 10.2017
Electrial/Mechanical Custom Machine Builder
Advanced Technologies Inc.
12.2009 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
University of Phoenix
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Information Systems
Maricopa Community Colleges, Paradise Valley Community College
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