JOHN A. WOODDELL
Cambridge,NY
Summary
To obtain a position that will utilize my vast experience and knowledge. Skilled Estimator with proficiency in budget development, reporting, and estimation. Outstanding experience in concrete foundations. Highly skilled with estimating software and Planswift packages.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Estimator/Project Manager
Ragone Inc
07.2018 - Current
- Perform Take-off based on foundation plans and scope of work via Planswift software
- Prepares Estimates and Scope of Work
- Review General Contractors’ contracts to verify pricing and scope of work
- Work with suppliers to schedule materials for the project assigned
- Working with the Operations Manager to schedule crews for assigned project
- Work closely with General Contractors to manage project schedules.
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure the best prices for materials and services.
- Securing high-value contracts by preparing competitive yet profitable bid packages tailored to client needs.
- Increased project accuracy by diligently reviewing plans and specifications for construction projects.
- Streamlined the bidding process by managing multiple subcontractor quotes and ensuring timely submissions.
Disc Jockey
DJ Service
01.2000 - Current
- Negotiations
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills (MS Office)
- Organization
- Volunteer to work for Relay for Life and other charities
- Creating Invoices.
- Improved audience engagement by skillfully blending diverse music genres and adapting playlists to suit event themes.
- Developed extensive knowledge of current music trends, contributing to staying relevant in a competitive market.
Government Sale Coordinator
Hill Electrical Supply Company
01.2016 - 07.2018
- Manages General Service Administration schedule for the company
- Prepares Quotes to government agencies
- Works closely with Contract Officer to make modifications to the contract
- Maintains database for the GSA contract
- Customer Service to different government clients.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
- Developed comprehensive reports for senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on data-driven insights.
Tower A and Coater Operator
Saint Gobain
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Daily Setup and Operation of the Tower A and Coater A
- Quality Control products coming off and going on the machine
- Maintain supplies for both machines
- Handling and Storage of hazardous materials
- HAZWOPER and RCRA qualified
- Member of the Safety Committee, Zero Hero sub-committee, and Chairman of the company hand safety program
- QAD and Eagle Software
- Forklifts, power lifts, and hand trucks
- Mixing of Chemicals.
Press Operator/Machine Operator
Professional Packaging Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Responsible for the daily setups and operations of the corrugated printing press
- Operated all other machines in the company
- Forklift Operations
- Quality Control of products
- Inventory of Corrugated Stock
- Maintenance of machines.
Shipping/Receiving Manager & Machine Operator
Cambridge Pacific/Battenkill Press
01.1996 - 01.2004
- Customer Service, Answering Phones, Computer Skills (Word, Excel)
- Scheduling and loading of shipments (UPS, FedEx, LTL, TL)
- Preparation of all shipments
- Weekly safety checks
- Multiple bindery machinery (Die Cutting, Ram Jet Die Cutter, Guillotine, etc.)
- Distribution of magazines and publications
- Receiving all incoming products and verifying purchase orders
- Daily and Monthly Inventory
- Scheduling daily machine schedules
- Assistant Production Supervisor
- Recreation Committee Coordinator
- Die Cutting Supervisor.
Legal Specialist
U.S. Army
09.1988 - 01.1996
- Customer Service
- SIDPERS and Financial processing in S1
- Advising commanders and soldiers on all aspects of the Uniform Code of Military Justice
- Preparation and processing of all paperwork needed for judicial and non-judicial actions and Administrative Separations
- General Office (typing, filing, data entry, and phones)
- Desert Storm and other combat missions
- Set the standard for the Division on Administrative Separations with a program I designed
- Vehicle maintenance
- Weapons training
- Lead unit defense team while deployed to Desert Storm/Shield and other training missions
- Processing of soldiers for oversea deployments
- Criminal Law
- Administrative Law
- Trial Defense Law
- Legal Assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
SUNY Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY12.2022
AS. BUS, Business -
SUNY Adirondack
Queensbury, NY01.2016
High School Diploma -
Cambridge Central School
Cambridge, NY06.1988
Skills
- Budget Development
- Cost Estimation
- Scope Review
- Bid preparation
- Labor Costing
- Value Engineering
- Quantity Takeoffs
- Material Procurement
- Construction Cost Estimates
- Project estimation and bidding
- Blueprint Analysis
- Foundation systems
Personal Qualifications
- Strong leadership skills
- Extreme attention to detail
- Ability to handle shifting priorities and tasks in a timely and efficient manner
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Ability to work in a team or independently
- Ability to anticipate potential problems and address them proactively
- Computers and various related programs (QuickBooks, Microsoft Office 2021)
- Strong communication skills
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Construction Estimator/Project Manager
Ragone Inc
07.2018 - Current
Government Sale Coordinator
Hill Electrical Supply Company
01.2016 - 07.2018
Tower A and Coater Operator
Saint Gobain
01.2013 - 01.2017
Press Operator/Machine Operator
Professional Packaging Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2012
Disc Jockey
DJ Service
01.2000 - Current
Shipping/Receiving Manager & Machine Operator
Cambridge Pacific/Battenkill Press
01.1996 - 01.2004
Legal Specialist
U.S. Army
09.1988 - 01.1996
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
SUNY Plattsburgh
AS. BUS, Business -
SUNY Adirondack
High School Diploma -
Cambridge Central School
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