David Auldridge
Hudick Excavating Inc.
Larkspur,CO
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience
Chief Estimator with a strong record in bid preparation and cost estimating expertise, known for strategic planning, blueprint reading, and managing complex deadlines. Delivers accurate proposals, controlled risk, and profitable project decisions.
Work History
Chief Estimator
10 Years 2 Months- Estimated earthwork, utilities, and demolition costs using quantity takeoffs and historical production data.
- Coordinated subcontractor and supplier pricing to build accurate, competitive proposals.
- Analyzed addenda, plan revisions, and clarifications to maintain estimate accuracy.
- Led bid preparation for excavation and sitework projects, reviewing drawings, specifications, and scope requirements.
- Directed preconstruction reviews with project management and operations teams to align bidding strategy.
- Developed project budgets and risk assessments to support profitable contract decisions.
- Maintained estimating files, bid logs, and proposal documentation for organized review and follow-up.
- Mentored estimating staff on takeoff methods, pricing standards, and proposal formatting.
- Managed multiple simultaneous bid submissions without compromising accuracy or timeliness, reflecting strong organizational skills.
- Balanced aggressive pricing strategies with risk management considerations to achieve optimal profitability for the company without sacrificing project quality.
- Developed comprehensive estimates for complex construction projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Achieved high client satisfaction ratings by providing clear communication channels regarding project costs and progress updates.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement in the estimating process, leading to continuous refinement of best practices.
Project Manager
9 Years 2 Months- Led cross-functional project plans, aligning scope, schedule, and deliverables with stakeholder expectations.
- Managed budgets, timelines, and resource allocation to support timely project execution.
- Monitored project risks, escalated blockers, and implemented corrective actions to protect milestones.
- Coordinated vendor communications, contracts, and issue resolution throughout project cycles.
- Improved workflow efficiency by standardizing project tracking and approval processes.
- Mentored team members on project tools, deadlines, and communication protocols.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Skills
Cost estimation expertise
Ethical decision-making
Blueprint reading
Construction
Strategic planning
Risk management
Team leadership qualities
Stress management
Stress tolerance and resilience
Integrity and trustworthiness
Certification
- OSHA 10 for Construction Safety and Health
Timeline
Chief Estimator
Hudick Excavating Inc.
09.2016 - CurrentRead More
Project Manager
Jalisco International
07.2007 - 09.2016Read More