Gary White

-Consulted with clients, vendors or architects to make estimates and resolve conflicts.
-Maintained confidentiality of client and prospective client information, protecting individual interests and business partnerships.

-Analyzed blueprints, sketches, or written instructions to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates, which were then sent to management to plan, budget, and schedule work.
-Developed cost breakdowns based on historical data and engineering principles.
-Conducted site visits to assess potential challenges and incorporate risk assessments into project estimates.
-Obtained bids from vendors and subcontractors to make cost-effective selections while establishing relationships to secure favorable pricing.
-Utilized advanced estimation software to enhance accuracy and efficiency of cost calculations.
-Consistently followed up with customers to determine satisfaction levels.
-Reviewed material and labor costs to help make build-or-buy decisions.
-Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and new materials and technologies.

-Provided training sessions, whether through mentoring or hands-on training, for junior estimators regarding best practices for preparing accurate estimates.
-Maintained accurate records of all estimates prepared in order to track performance against budget goals.
-Efficiently completed material orders, resulting in all projects being completed on time and under budget.
-Facilitated pre-construction meetings to align project team on scope, budget, and timeline.
-Updated and maintained database of suppliers and contractors.
-Reviewed historical project data to refine estimation processes and improve bid success rates.
-Conducted research to determine appropriate labor rates and unit prices for materials.