Ernesto Molina
Project Manager/Estimator
Riverside,CA
Summary
Resourceful professional with over 14 years of expertise in commercial and residential construction industry. Efficient network of contractors and vendors for all trades established. Knowledgeable in process of general construction as well as full process of insurance based programs. Skilled estimator/project manager with high level efficiency for flood, fire or mold related projects. Excellent understanding of logistics involving roadways, drainage systems, concrete placement, utility relocation and safety coordination. Competent in team, budget and schedule oversight. Proficient at customer service with excellent social skills and communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager/Estimator
Classic Restoration And Construction
05.2019 - 07.2025
- Inspect/scope properties, write estimates via Xactimate or Symbility, sale job, order materials and schedule technicians for commercial or residential projects.
- Establish accounts and develop relationship with new clients, sub-contractors and materials vendors.
- Identify plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Maintain open communication with adjuster, technicians, clients to keep all parties updated on workflow.
- Manage and budget multiple projects using management software's such as Excel or DASH.
- Monitor projects to assure quality and production of work in progress.
- Prepare and submit invoices for review and approval.
- Meet project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Provide detailed project updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Project Manager/Lead Technician
Builders FirstSource
02.2013 - 05.2019
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for multiple job sites.
- Specialized and trained juniors in commercial and residential trades such as rough carpentry, finish carpentry, flooring and cabinetry trades.
- Managed inventory of materials being delivered to job sites, stored and stocked in temporary containers.
- Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas for potential development.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Santiago Canyon College
Orange, CA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Villa Park High School
Villa Park, CA05.2012
Skills
- Project Planning- Can manage multiple projects
- Client Relations- Professional, respectful and polite
- Restoration Projects- Aware of how to manage restoration from beginning phase (mitigation) to reconstruction and completion of repairs
- Project Drawings- Precise scopes and time efficient estimator
- Conflict Management- Ability to mediate problems that may arise
- Microsoft- Knowledgeable with microsoft 365 programs
- Project Development- Ability to use resources in order to facilitate and complete projects
- Job Bidding- Proficient at providing full scope inspections and accurate estimate services
Accomplishments
- Top sales estimator with highest bookings in company for 3 consecutive years. (company emails available for reference)
- Experienced user with estimating software's such as Xactimate, Symbility, Revu Bluebeam or Procore.
- Proficient with management software's such as Dash, Excel, Xcelerate and JobNimbus.
- Adept collaboration with insurance adjusters and TPA's.
- Knowledgeable in full process of pre-construction, construction and post-construction phases for all trades.
- Established a reliable network of contractors and vendors.
- Supervised team of over 15 staff members.
- Achieved excellent customer service ratings by completing projects with accuracy and efficiency.
- Bilingual can speak, write and read Spanish/English.
Certification
- Journeyman certification 8+years
Golf and Family Time
During time away from the office I really enjoy playing golf. This assists to get my mind off of what feels like a 24 hour job at times. I enjoy watching my children's football games, going on family trips or taking the boat out to the lake.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Manager/Estimator
Classic Restoration And Construction
05.2019 - 07.2025
Project Manager/Lead Technician
Builders FirstSource
02.2013 - 05.2019
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Santiago Canyon College
High School Diploma -
Villa Park High School
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