Hugo Huichapa
Dallas,TX
Summary
Skilled Project Estimator with proficiency in budget development, cost analytics, and estimation coupled with over 4 years of experience. Achieving project milestones, adhering to deadlines, and outstanding experience in the commercial construction sector.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Estimator
Linbeck Group
01.2024 - Current
- Drive Pro-forma estimate to completion by performing detailed analysis from SD/DD level drawings
- Create project specific ITB packages and distribute to subcontractors for bid.
- Review contract documents and manage (25-50) subcontractor bids to understand project requirements and accurately compose GMP estimate.
- Perform scope buy out process by selecting "Best Value" subcontractors, assembling Owner Approval Letters, and drafting subcontracts for execution.
- Assist with identifying project specific VE items for cost saving opportunities.
- Collaborate closely with project team to aid with ongoing "self-perform" concrete efforts on site.
Project Estimator
Superior Construction Services
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans, and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
- Planned and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and made adjustments to future estimates.
- Increase bid output by approximately 25%.
Assistant Project Manager
TAS Concrete Construction, LLC
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Managed construction for a large $5mm commerical project.
- Point of contact for General Contractors.
- Closely collaborated with Area General Superintendents to coordinate job activities.
- Managed Change Orders, RFI's and PO's.
- Ensured Projects Performed within budget, schedule and contract specifications.
- Responsible for all submittals, project reviews and problem resolution with General Contractor and Subcontractors.
- Assisted with Preconstruction phase of Project as well as Contract negotiations.
Project Engineer
TAS Concrete Construction, LLC
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Responsible for tracking Labor and Production rate for assigned Projects.
- Assisted with preparing, reviewing, distributing, and tracking of Submittals and RFI's.
- Constructed and track status of Project Change Orders
- Assisted in creating and reviewing budget adjustments/revisions.
- Set up as well as maintained concrete, rebar, and PT cable logs for assigned Projects.
- Utilized Microsoft office products on a daily basis to assist with Project duties.
- Assisted with constructing Purchase Orders as well as reviewing Invoices.
- Created specific project plans to better utilize budget for field use purposes.
- Coordinated with Field Superintendents for schedule planning.
- Assisted with Site Specific Safety Plans.
Site Foreman
TAS Concrete Construction, LLC
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Performed Material Take-Offs to verify quantities.
- Implemented work-change-orders/RFI's on the field.
- Managed daily work assignments by delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
- Reviewed documentation, safety materials, and implement work site procedures in accordance with regulations.
- Maintained quality standards and inspected work for QC/QA.
- Reported to Sr Superintendent with project updates and estimated completion dates.
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
- Supervised field crews to maximize work efficiency
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Steubenville, OH12.2025
Associate of Science - AS - General Studies
Navarro College
Corsicana, TX12.2019
High School Diploma -
Blooming Grove High School
Blooming Grove, TX07.2019
Certificate - Construction Management
Columbia University
Skills
- OST/Destini Estimator
- Plangrid/Procore/Building Connected
- Bluebeam Revu
- Project Schedule Drafting
- Microsoft Office
- Purchasing and Procurement
- Quality Control
- Budget Development
- Cost Estimation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Estimator
Linbeck Group
01.2024 - Current
Project Estimator
Superior Construction Services
07.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant Project Manager
TAS Concrete Construction, LLC
01.2023 - 06.2023
Project Engineer
TAS Concrete Construction, LLC
08.2022 - 12.2022
Site Foreman
TAS Concrete Construction, LLC
08.2020 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Associate of Science - AS - General Studies
Navarro College
High School Diploma -
Blooming Grove High School
Certificate - Construction Management
Columbia University
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