Doug Biggs
Summary
Project Manager / Estimator
Resourceful Project Manager and Estimator with 20+years of expertise in civil construction, organizing business operations and resource management to achieve smooth flow of project operations. Lead procurement of resources including material, equipment and supplies. Manages production team adhering to: production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Presents a skill set that combines a driven work ethic, interpersonal skills, and technical expertise to resolve site issues.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Estimator
Mark III Construction
10.2021 - Current
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Constructed budgets and estimates ranging from $100,000 to $12,000,000 for Underground Utility projects.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks and limitations.
- Reviewed Projects up for bid to determine which project had the highest potential to to make the greatest profit margin.
- Communicated with the Project Managers, Superintendents and Field Crews in the preconstruction phase to offer material and/or installation methods to increase profit margin and keep to project schedule.
- Determined project objectives, budgets and schedules by coordinating with clients and teammates and optimized plans to meet changing conditions.
Project Manager/Estimator
Trident Construction Services
05.2016 - 10.2021
- Utilized cost estimation systems to document project information, create estimates and revise project costs to reflect current data.
- Calculated correct costs for project-specific goods and services by gathering information from team members, sub-contractors and vendors.
- Collected historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.
- Devised, enhanced and communicated deliverable timetables by reviewing project requirements, scope and resources to make accurate assessments.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks and limitations.
- Determined project objectives, budgets and schedules by coordinating with clients and teammates and optimized plans to meet changing conditions.
- Ordered, maintained and distributed supplies and inventory.
- Provided management for internal personnel, contractors and vendors.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
- 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.
- Constructed budgets and estimates ranging from $2,500 to $3,000,000 for underground utility and grading projects.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
- Conducted site visits and provided recommendations and informed advice regarding site viability.
- Attended bidding events and formulated bids, which brought in 90% new business from 2016 to 2021 .
Project Manager/Estimator
Ayler Excavation
2012 - 2016
- Managed 100% of company projects.
- Updated operational methods, oversaw accounting procedures, tracked information and compiled data to improve efficiency.
- Reined in project costs while meeting key milestones.
- Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance.
- Managed all phases of projects from procurement to commission.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Utilized cost estimation systems to document project information, create estimates and revise project costs to reflect current data.
Estimator
Ayler Excavation
2009 - 2012
- Delivered comprehensive bid proposals for underground utility and grading projects and gained client approval on costs.
- Attended bidding events and formulated bids, which brought in 100% new business between 2009-2012.
- Conducted special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or to effect cost reduction.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks and limitations.
- Created what-if scenario estimates for program strategy and decision making.
- Created hard quotes and Not-to-Exceed budgets for change orders.
- Conducted take-offs for material quotes from vendors or double checked vendor generated material list with project plans.
- Used cost saving strategies ( bundle buying, shopped from multiple vendors, forecast buying, ect).
Superintendent
Ayler Excavation
01.2006 - 2009
- Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Coordinated required inspections with local jurisdictions to identify and quickly resolve any code concerns.
- Organized and optimized daily operations of 3 crews in Bakersfield with consistent on-time delivery.
- Assisted owner and project manager in budgeting, bidding and award of subcontractors.
- Aided with obtaining permits or approval of revisions.
- Complied with all safety protocols in plan coordination, eliminating potential risks.
- Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of employees and equipment needed to complete job.
- Initiated onsite safety program and properly trained all team members to decrease injuries.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
Foreman
Ayler Excavation
01.2001 - 05.2006
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Calculated materials and labor required to complete jobs on-schedule and prepared estimates.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Operated backhoe, excavator, loader, skip loader, scraper and motor grader daily.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Installed, inspected and repaired water, sewer and storm drain piping systems.
- Placed warehouse orders to replenish truck and work inventory materials.
- Completed site layouts per surveying locations and plan scaling.
Education
Agricultural Business And Management
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CAHigh School Diploma -
Vista West High School
Bakersfield, CA2000
Skills
- Project Planning and Development
- Multi-Site Operations
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Construction Management
- Safety and OSHA Compliance
- Construction Equipment
- Resource Allocation
- PC skills (Word, Excel, Bluebeam, Procore, Plangrid)
- Blueprints and Schematics
- Document Review
- Heavy Equipment
- Problem Escalation
- Risk Management
Certification
OSHA 30-Hr Outreach Training for the Construction Industry- 2021
Timeline
Estimator
Mark III Construction
10.2021 - Current
Project Manager/Estimator
Trident Construction Services
05.2016 - 10.2021
Superintendent
Ayler Excavation
01.2006 - 2009
Foreman
Ayler Excavation
01.2001 - 05.2006
Project Manager/Estimator
Ayler Excavation
2012 - 2016
Estimator
Ayler Excavation
2009 - 2012
Agricultural Business And Management
Bakersfield College
High School Diploma -
Vista West High School
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