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DESMOND TURNER

Eugene

Summary

Strong experience in cost estimation for multi-million dollar construction and manufacturing projects. Proven success automating workflows using Excel VBA, collaborating with project managers and billing departments, Passionate about applying engineering principles and coding to optimize operations and solve real-world problems.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Estimator

Fuller Cabinets
04.2019 - 06.2025
  • Estimated complex custom manufacturing jobs ranging from thousands to millions of dollars, including projects for Nike, Microsoft, and Google.
  • Developed Excel VBA tools to automate cost breakdowns and streamline estimating processes, reducing manual effort and improving accuracy.
  • Collaborated with project managers to handle change orders, schedules of values, and billing coordination.
  • Played a key role in winning contracts worth several million dollars by delivering timely and accurate estimates.
  • Reviewed architectural plans and specification books to identify project scope and material requirements.

Lab Technician – Powder Coatings

Forrest Technical Coatings
07.2018 - 10.2018
  • Mixed powder coating formulas with
  • Conducted rigorous quality tests and maintained detailed production records.

Capstone Research Lead

Oregon State University MIME
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Design and built a custom scissor lift for a theater stage, integrating safety standards and client feedback.
  • Created detailed 3D models, structural analysis reports, and a full user manual.
  • Developed and executed testing procedures, and communicated engineering specs with stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Oregon State University
12.2018

Skills

  • CAD software
  • VBA (Excel Automation),
  • Python 3,
  • MATLAB programming
  • Software: MS Excel (Advanced),
  • Skilled in document creation

Timeline

Junior Estimator

Fuller Cabinets
04.2019 - 06.2025

Lab Technician – Powder Coatings

Forrest Technical Coatings
07.2018 - 10.2018

Capstone Research Lead

Oregon State University MIME
01.2018 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Oregon State University