JARROD WATSON
DIX HILLS,NY
Summary
Proven communicator with experience coordinating with field teams to C-level leadership – internally, externally and with clients Superior ability to adapt to changes in a fast paced environment, learn new tasks, and break down concepts to teach others. Offer years of experience in developing and managing project estimates by coordinating with colleagues and clients. Successful in devising bid proposals in line with client specifications and objectives through clear communication and attention to detail. Driven to minimize costs by continually comparing project costs to estimates and coordinating with leaders on cost-cutting methods.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Civil Estimator
Grace Industries
08.2020 - Current
- Prepared detailed estimates by completing quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate input and studies for items incorporated in assigned scope.
- Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
- Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
- Developed value analysis study by defining cost-effective alternatives to proposed scope.
- Prepared and assembled bids and proposals for different contract types.
- Supported constructability reviews through communication with project team, designers and subcontractor market.
- Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates.
Project Engineer
Skanska Walsh LaGuardia Airport
01.2016 - 08.2020
- Served as Quality Control Manager for Landside Utilities team, implementing a culture of quality first across site through new processes and trainings
- Implemented quality toolbox talks to show craft employees how their actions in daily work activities can benefit or harm companies bottom-line
- Scheduled inspections and oversaw quality control of inspector’s daily tasks
- Reviewed all quality reports for Landside Utilities team and packaged all QC data for closeout
- Produced and maintained quantity tracking throughout design phase to track trends in design and to foresee if quantities increased or decreased as design progressed
- Installed wireless system to be able to remote view concrete temperatures from anywhere for all teams
- Created and maintained all construction work plans for East Roads Team for all of first year of project
- Reviewed drawings and specs during East Roads design phase to help project phasing
- Successfully closed out 12 Tenant Alteration Application’s and produced all red lines for close out
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
Estimator / Project Manager
Silverite Construction Company Inc
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Estimated wide variety of projects including schools, waste water treatment plants, tunnels, transportation depots and command centers, railway stations, subway stations, and ventilation plants ranging from $15 million to $400 million
- Negotiated majority of change orders for all Silverite projects with the Department of Environmental Protection Agency, The MTA and The New York City School Construction Authority resulting in favorable outcomes and major cost savings for the company
- Brought in to expeditiously close out 36G Newtown Creek a project value of $220 Million
- Initiated new networking practices for the company in order to establish relationships with new sub-contractors, expanding business base
- Independently attended trade seminars to stay up-to-date with new construction technology and keep the company more informed about the rapidly changing aspects of the industry
Lead Carpenter
Whitmer Decks LLC
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Led a crew of five carpenters in constructing upscale custom decks and screened-in porches
- Oversaw around 35 projects per year with an average of $5 million each year
- Mentored and educated new employees to become highly skilled carpenters
- Implemented new methods for thecompany to increase efficiency and lower overhead costs
Infantry Sergeant
S. Army
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Appointed to position of Company Armor, which consisted of repairing, maintaining, and safeguarding $50 million worth of equipment
- Selected as to be Repair and Utility Sergeant for B company, utilizing carpentry background to manage all repair and upkeep of utilities for the barracks
- Deployed in Operation Enduring Freedom for eight months, proving my abilities to communicate and lead in an adverse and hostile environment
- Awarded Top Secret Clearance in order to work next to the U.S. President, foreign heads of state, and diplomats
- Participated in Operation Noble Eagle, which consisted of search and rescue, clearing, construction, and security of the Pentagon after September 11th
- Obtained my Expert Infantryman Badge and as the youngest member of my company to receive it
- Then selected as a trainer and evaluator for a full regiment of soldiers during qualification periods for Expert Infantryman training
- Served as a member of the full honors firing party in Arlington Cemetery, receiving awards for best firing party in the regiment from 2001 to
- Air Assault School, Repel Masters School, Combat First Aid Class, and various other specialized schools and classes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management Engineering Technology
Farmingdale State College
Farmingdale, NY12.2013
Skills
- SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Proficient in BlueBeam Revu, iSqFt bidding software, Primavera, Procore, e-Builder, and Microsoft Office
- Bid Preparation
- Bidding Negotiation
- Estimate Project Costs
- HCSS HeavyBid
Certification
ACI I Certification
ACI II Certification (Pending)
Safety Trained Supervisor in Construction Certification
Timeline
Civil Estimator
Grace Industries
08.2020 - Current
Project Engineer
Skanska Walsh LaGuardia Airport
01.2016 - 08.2020
Estimator / Project Manager
Silverite Construction Company Inc
01.2011 - 01.2016
Lead Carpenter
Whitmer Decks LLC
01.2005 - 01.2010
Infantry Sergeant
S. Army
01.2000 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management Engineering Technology
Farmingdale State College
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