DUSTIN BECK
Pasco
Summary
Aspiring professional seeking to advance career within collaborative teams focused on achieving shared success while enhancing expertise in construction estimating and construction management
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Estimator
Goodman and Mehlenbacher Enterprises Inc.
Kennewick
09.2023 - Current
- Developed comprehensive cost estimates for construction projects.
- Executed material quantity take-off, developed spreadsheet-based proposal program, input costs for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors for review, finalized proposal documents for submission, ordered bonds and insurance, reviewed contracts, implemented project schedules and updates, maintained submittal logs, reviewed submittals for completeness, submitted and tracked proposals, created monthly pay estimates with subcontractor pay estimates, and verified documentation for payment processing.
- Collaborated with project managers to assess project requirements.
- Reviewed and analyzed blueprints and specifications for accuracy.
- Compiled final closeout documentation for projects, processed completion requests, and ensured final acceptance.
Consultant Inspector - WSDOT Vancouver Branch
ATLAS TECHNICAL CONSULTANTS
Kennewick
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Oversaw construction materials testing and special inspections to meet project specifications.
- Coordinated with quality control, assurance managers, engineers, architects, and clients to complete test procedures on schedule.
- Led project teams to develop innovative technical solutions for clients.
- Facilitated workshops to gather client requirements and expectations effectively.
- Conducted thorough research to inform strategic decision-making for client projects.
Business Manager
STRATA INC.
Richland
03.2019 - 09.2021
- Coordinated budget proposals for construction materials testing and inspections to align with project timelines, minimizing disruptions.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to ensure all required testing was adequately covered, supporting project compliance.
- Collaborated closely with project owners and contractors to confirm compliance with testing requirements.
- Monitored daily adherence to testing and inspection procedures to maintain quality standards and regulatory compliance.
- Managed daily scheduling for field professionals and special inspectors to optimize workflow.
- Oversaw billing collections to maintain financial accuracy.
- Assisted as Radiation Safety Officer at Richland branch, monitored safety protocol adherence.
- Conducted training for new hires to ensure understanding of policies and procedures.
Estimator/Project Manager
Premier Excavation, Inc
08.2016 - 03.2019
- Prepared accurate cost estimates for excavation projects and material requirements.
- Managed material quantity take-off and developed spreadsheet-based proposal program, inputting costs for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors, and finalizing proposal documents for submission. Ordered bonds and insurance, reviewed contracts, and implemented project schedules. Maintained submittal log, ensured completeness of submittals, tracked documents, and resubmitted as necessary. Created monthly pay estimates and reviewed final pay quantities to confirm documentation was complete for payment processing.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop and refine project budgets.
- Analyzed project specifications to identify potential risks and cost implications.
- Coordinated completion requests and followed up on final project acceptance, ensuring smooth transitions between project phases.
Estimator/Project Manager
Pavement Surface Control
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Analyzed project specifications to prepare detailed cost estimates.
- Utilized estimating software to generate accurate quotes for excavation projects.
- Executed material quantity take-off, developed spreadsheet-based proposal program, reviewed and finalized proposal documents for submission, and coordinated bond and insurance orders.
- Collaborated with project managers to review bid requirements and timelines.
- Completed documentation for project acceptance and reviewed all final materials to ensure project completion.
Estimator/Project Manager
Big D’s Construction
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Analyzed drawings and blueprints to prepare detailed cost calculations.
- Reviewed project specifications to determine accurate material and labor estimates.
- Executed material quantity take-off and developed spreadsheet-based proposal program for inputting costs of materials, labor, equipment, subcontractors, enhancing proposal accuracy.
- Collaborated with project managers to assess budget constraints and requirements.
- Coordinated final closeout documentation for projects and submitted completion requests, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
Estimator/Project Manager
William Charles West
05.2012 - 02.2013
- Conducted material quantity take-off, reviewed bid2win estimating inputs, and entered costs for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor expenses. Completed and submitted proposal documents, ordered bonds and insurance, reviewed contracts, implemented project schedules and updates, maintained submittal log, and tracked submittals for completeness.
- Reviewed project specifications to prepare accurate cost estimates.
- Collaborated with project managers to assess bid requirements and timelines.
- Analyzed material costs and labor expenses for excavation projects.
- Prepared final closeout documentation, managed completion requests, and ensured final acceptance of projects.
Estimator/Project Manager
Granite Construction - Transtate Asphalt Co.
05.2012 - 02.2013
- Prepared detailed estimates for excavation projects using industry-standard software.
- Analyzed project specifications and blueprints for accurate cost estimation.
- Executed material quantity take-off and developed spreadsheet-based proposal program. Entered costs for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors for review and finalized edits. Compiled and submitted proposal documents, ordered bonds and insurance, reviewed contracts, and implemented project schedules and updates. Maintained submittal log, ensured completeness of submittals, and managed submission, tracking, and re-submission as needed. Generated monthly pay estimates, including for subcontractors, and verified final pay quantities for complete documentation required for payment processing.
- Collaborated with project managers to assess material requirements and procurement timelines.
- Finalized closeout documentation for projects and coordinated completion requests with final acceptance follow-up.
Education
Diploma -
PASCO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Pasco, Washington01.1990
Skills
- Construction project management
- Contract management
- Cost estimating
- Profitability forecasting
- Quality control
- QMS management
- Scheduling staff
- Order management
- Earthworks skills
- Bluebeam Revu proficiency
- Plan-Swift utilization
- Bid2Win expertise
- CAD skills
- QCM expertise
- Application review
References
- Jim Gartside, Granite Construction (Retired), (509) 366-924
- Ken Lattin, Kennewick Police Department - Friend (Retired), (509) 528-9131
- Dave Scolefield, Central Washington Asphalt, (509) 750-6134
- Gary Hall, Hall Engineering, (509) 405-5077
Leadership Experience
- President, Tri-Cities Amateur Hockey Association, 2006-2012
- Head Coach, Tri-Cities Amateur Hockey Association, 2000-2011
- Committee Member, FAA Safety Committee, Taxiway and Runway Construction at Tri-Cities Regional Airport, 2006-2007
Communication Skills
Working closely with team members, clients, professional colleagues, and owners to assure understanding, professionalism, and quality is the goal of the project team.
Timeline
Lead Estimator
Goodman and Mehlenbacher Enterprises Inc.
09.2023 - Current
Consultant Inspector - WSDOT Vancouver Branch
ATLAS TECHNICAL CONSULTANTS
09.2021 - 09.2023
Business Manager
STRATA INC.
03.2019 - 09.2021
Estimator/Project Manager
Premier Excavation, Inc
08.2016 - 03.2019
Estimator/Project Manager
Pavement Surface Control
05.2015 - 08.2016
Estimator/Project Manager
Big D’s Construction
02.2013 - 05.2015
Estimator/Project Manager
William Charles West
05.2012 - 02.2013
Estimator/Project Manager
Granite Construction - Transtate Asphalt Co.
05.2012 - 02.2013
Diploma -
PASCO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL