Gabbi Saverino
Fresno,CA
Summary
Construction professional with extensive experience in estimating and project management across residential, commercial, and government sectors. Successfully managed over 100 projects, achieving record sales through precise budgeting and strong client relationships.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Estimator
Legacy Construction
Fresno, CA
03.2021 - Current
- Lead the full estimating and bid management process from initial solicitation through final proposal submission.
- Managed multiple bid cycles simultaneously, developing detailed budgets, quantity takeoffs, subcontractor comparisons, and client proposals to enhance competitiveness.
- Develop CSI-based estimates and comprehensive bid packages for commercial construction projects.
- Review plans, specifications, and contract documents to identify scope gaps, risk factors, and value engineering opportunities.
- Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Director of Operations, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure complete scope coverage and competitive pricing.
- Supported project delivery by identifying costs and scope requirements not clearly represented in construction documents, minimizing budget gaps and unforeseen project expenses.
- Ensured accuracy and completeness of bids, submitting all within required deadlines to maintain project timelines.
Project Director
Jackson Design & Remodeling
San Diego, CA
02.2016 - 02.2021
- Planned, managed, and successfully completed more than 100 construction projects with average project values of approximately $350,000 and multiple projects exceeding $1.5 million.
- Achieved a record-breaking sales year of approximately $10 million in 2018 through effective project development and client engagement.
- Managed change orders contributing to 15% to 20% of annual company sales.
- Led design teams of 3 to 4 professionals through development of preliminary client proposals including project scope, budgets, conceptual designs, architectural drawings, and schedules.
- Created bid packages and estimating worksheets with custom estimating software, Microsoft Word, and Excel for hundreds of projects.
- Conducted subcontractor trade walks to review scope requirements and secure preliminary pricing for several hundred projects.
Project Supervisor
Naval Mobile Construction Battalion
05.2004 - 11.2009
- Led a planning and estimating team responsible for developing a $380,000 civil engineering project.
- Directed project mobilization activities including procurement and deployment of labor, equipment, tools, and materials.
- Managed accountability for over $500,000 in equipment and material assets, ensuring proper utilization and oversight.
- Developed Bills of Materials (BOMs), project schedules, Gantt charts, and detailed scopes of work to ensure project alignment and clarity.
- Created and distributed daily, weekly, and bi-weekly project status reports, providing leadership with timely updates on project progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
San Diego State University
San Diego, CaliforniaSkills
- Construction Estimating
- Bid management
- Budgeting and analysis
- Scope Development
- Preconstruction Services
- Subcontractor Coordination
- Risk Assessment
- Quality Control
- Schedule Development
- Construction Operations
- Team Leadership
- Client Relationship Management
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- Microsoft Project
- On-Screen Takeoff (OST)
- PlanSwift
- Autodesk
- Building Connected
- Procore
- Bluebeam Revu
- CRM Software
- Database Management
- Data Analysis Tools
- Order management
- Virtual Collaboration
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Word
- Outlook
- Microsoft Teams
- Video Conferencing
Software And Technical Skills
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Outlook
- Bluebeam Revu
- Procore
- BuildingConnected
- PlanSwift
- On-Screen Takeoff (OST)
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- Primavera P6
- Primavera P3
- Primavera SureTrak
- Construction Management Software
- CRM Software
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Zoom
- Microsoft Teams
- Google Meet
- Dropbox
Professional Highlights
- 20+ years of construction, estimating, and project management experience.
- Developed and managed projects exceeding $50 million in annual sales.
- Created 400+ bid packages and estimates.
- Completed 100+ construction projects as Project Director.
- Managed over 130 construction contracts as a U.S. Navy Project Manager.
- Extensive experience with budgeting, estimating, procurement, client relations, and project execution.
Timeline
Senior Estimator
Legacy Construction
03.2021 - Current
Project Director
Jackson Design & Remodeling
02.2016 - 02.2021
Project Supervisor
Naval Mobile Construction Battalion
05.2004 - 11.2009
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
San Diego State University