Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Daniel Szentendrei

Summary

Commercial estimating professional with experience in cost analysis, project management, and bid preparation. Strong focus on team collaboration & vendor relationships to ensure competitive bids. Known for attention to detail when reading through bid sets and spec sheets, clear communication, out going personality and delivering results-driven outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Estimator

R and R Painting AZ
08.2024 - Current
  • Optimized the bidding process through the use of specialized platforms such as Building Connected, Planhub.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of market trends affecting material prices, labor rates, and other factors influencing costs.
  • Knowledge on products and applications generating to labor costs.
  • Boosted team productivity through effective communication of expectations and deadlines during pre-construction meetings.
  • Assisted in managing change orders, minimizing impact on project timelines and budgets.
  • Secured profitable contracts by submitting competitive bids on high-value commercial projects.
  • Increased project efficiency by implementing a streamlined estimating process for commercial projects.
  • Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.

Commercial Estimator

PHP Commercial Painting
08.2023 - 06.2024


  • Streamlined the bidding process by managing multiple quotes and ensuring timely submissions.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing scope breakdowns and accurate estimates for project.
  • Earned repeat business from satisfied clients due to attention to detail, professionalism, and exceptional communication skills during the estimation process.
  • Reduced estimation errors through thorough site visits and communication with General Contractor.
  • Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans, and read over spec book to create proposals and process work orders.
  • Demonstrated versatility in estimating a wide range of construction projects, from residential to commercial builds.
  • Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.

Assistant Project Manager

PHP Commercial Painting
02.2022 - 07.2023
  • Assisted in completion of projects by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining documentation.
  • Ensured consistent communication, providing updates on progress and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Monitored and analyzed project costs to meet financial goals.
  • Managed subcontractor relationships effectively to ensure quality workmanship within deadlines and budgets.

Education

GED -

Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ
03-2008

Skills

  • Proficient in reading blueprints and spec sheets
  • Great at communication and strong social skills
  • Very familiar with Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Proposal writing
  • Vendor relationships
  • Preparing estimates
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking

Accomplishments

  • Achieved over 450,000.00 in signed contract over a 3 year span by delivering competitive bids with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with General Contractors such as, A.R. Mays Construction, Septon General Development, Signature Projects, Robinson Construction, and many more.

Timeline

Commercial Estimator

R and R Painting AZ
08.2024 - Current

Commercial Estimator

PHP Commercial Painting
08.2023 - 06.2024

Assistant Project Manager

PHP Commercial Painting
02.2022 - 07.2023

GED -

Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Daniel Szentendrei