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Danae Alyse Porter
Fort Mill,SC
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Summary
Experienced construction estimator known for strong material sourcing and subcontractor review capabilities. Successfully developed comprehensive bids, contributing to cost-effective project execution and enhanced financial performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Commerical Estimator
DuraServ
Charlotte, North Carolina
02.2024 - Current
- Analyzed project blueprints and specifications for accurate cost estimation.
- Prepared detailed bid proposals to effectively communicate project scope and secure contracts for commercial construction.
- Researched and sourced materials to optimize cost efficiency and quality.
- Reviewed subcontractor bids to ensure alignment with project specifications and requirements.
- Developed comprehensive bids incorporating budgeting, scheduling, and quantity take-offs to accurately reflect project needs.
Construction Estimator
BGC Expert Contractors
Raleigh, NC
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Analyzed project specifications and prepared detailed cost estimates.
- Collaborated with project managers to enhance accuracy of bid submissions.
- Utilized estimating software to streamline cost calculations and reporting.
- Maintained organized documentation of estimates and project changes.
- Assisted in developing comprehensive budgets for diverse construction projects.
- Prepares conceptual estimates based upon limited information available at the early stages of a project.
- Obtained competitive bids from vendors and subcontractors to optimize cost selections.
Insurance Estimator
SheBuilds Construction
Miami, FL
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans, and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Reviewed and approved invoices and change orders to monitor project expenses and reflect any change to scope in project budget.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Auburn University
Auburn, AL 08.2014 - 05.2018
Skills
- Cost estimation
- Quantity take-off
- Bid proposal preparation
- Project budgeting
- Risk assessment
- Material sourcing
- Subcontractor review
- Supplier negotiation
- Estimating software
- Industry compliance
Affiliations
- Volunteer, Beyond Type 1
- Volunteer, UBM Veteran Affairs
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
BlueBeam
Procore
Quote
Fall seven times; stand up eight.
Japanese proverb
Interests
Volleyball
Dog Training
Motorcycles
Carpentry/Refinishing
Timeline
Commerical Estimator
DuraServ
02.2024 - Current
Construction Estimator
BGC Expert Contractors
01.2022 - 02.2024
Insurance Estimator
SheBuilds Construction
01.2018 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Auburn University
08.2014 - 05.2018