Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Summary of qualification
Activities
Certification
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Jonathan Kwak

East Los Angeles,CA

Summary

I am writing to express my interest in the Construction Estimator position at [Company Name], as advertised. With a formal background in civil engineering and a track record of success in management and sales, I am eager to leverage my skills and expertise in construction contracting. Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. My technical proficiency in civil engineering is complemented by my ability to lead teams effectively and communicate efficiently with stakeholders at all levels. I have a proven track record in problem-solving, ensuring quality assurance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PLMB AND HVAC APPRENTICE

DOWNEY PLUMBING HEATING & AIR
07.2022 - 11.2023
  • Conducted friendly customer service with insured HomeServe clients
  • Maintained safety codes
  • Quoted estimates for jobs
  • Installed and repaired drain, water service, and gas lines
  • Ran services such as running mainlines, clearing stoppages, water heater, running cameras with jetters, and spot repairs
  • Remodeled kitchen and restroom appliances such as stove, water heater, washer, dryer, kitchen and restroom sink, bathtub, shower, and sink
  • Installed and repaired HVAC coils, wall heaters, floor heaters, furnaces, 2-stage and 3-stage package units
  • Ran services such as cleaning coils and condensation lines and repairing contactors, capacitors, and motors
  • Delegated with any shop duties such as inventory check, organizing inventory, preparing materials for next day jobs.

ASSISTANT CONTRACTOR

ANSWER BEST
08.2020 - 10.2020
  • Remodeling residential buildings and developed designs for ADU housings
  • Conducted friendly customer service
  • Overlooked contract negotiations with clients and realtors
  • Keeping track of building permits & inspections for the job sites
  • Provided materials and services necessary for the development of the project.

SERVER

CAFE GUNUL 2
03.2017 - 01.2021
  • Conducted friendly customer service
  • Delegated roles to everyone and myself to maintain a consistent and efficient work flow
  • Maintained the health standards
  • Collaborated with large parties such as wedding receptions and pop-up events.

SEISMIC ESTIMATOR

MASON WEST INC.
10.2014 - 01.2019
  • Seismic bracing for commercial and OSHPD buildings
  • Mark ups on mechanical ducts and pipes, plumbing (waste, gas, water pipes), electrical conduits
  • Mark up estimated quotes for contractors or customers
  • Calculated isolation parts for HVAC equipment that are above the structure
  • Cooperated with structural engineers and sales rep
  • To satisfy each given projects
  • Went to on-site jobs to get a scope of understanding the development process.

Education

COMPLETION OF CREDITS FOR ASSOCIATES - Civil Engineering

CAL STATE FULLERTON
Fullerton, CA
05.2018

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

SUNNY HILLS HIGH SCHOOL
Fullerton, CA
06.2012

Skills

  • Proficient with hands-on projects
  • Proficient in Microsoft office suite
  • Proficient in AutoCad
  • Proficient in BlueBeam Revu
  • Bilingual (english and korean)
  • Experience with structural drawings, schedules, and details of a project
  • Familiar with building codes and specifications
  • Team Leadership

Accomplishments

Through effective team leadership and collaboration with subcontractors and vendors, I coordinated timely delivery of materials and services, ensuring seamless workflow and adherence to project milestones. By proactively identifying potential bottlenecks and implementing mitigation strategies, I successfully mitigated risks and maintained project momentum, achieving early completion and exceeding client expectations.


Summary of qualification

I am excited about the opportunity to bring my skills and enthusiasm for construction estimating. I am confident that my background in civil engineering, combined with my proven leadership, accountability, and communication abilities, make me a strong candidate for this role.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of discussing how my qualifications align with the needs. Please feel free to contact me at (714) 904-5296 or via email at jonathankwak@ymail.com to arrange a convenient time for an interview.

Activities

  • Volunteered building a small church in Ensenada with church youth group
  • Delegated in small home repairs such as water heaters and water pipe repairs

Certification

  • OSHA30 certified
  • TracPipe certified
  • PEX piping certified

Timeline

PLMB AND HVAC APPRENTICE

DOWNEY PLUMBING HEATING & AIR
07.2022 - 11.2023

ASSISTANT CONTRACTOR

ANSWER BEST
08.2020 - 10.2020

SERVER

CAFE GUNUL 2
03.2017 - 01.2021

SEISMIC ESTIMATOR

MASON WEST INC.
10.2014 - 01.2019

COMPLETION OF CREDITS FOR ASSOCIATES - Civil Engineering

CAL STATE FULLERTON

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

SUNNY HILLS HIGH SCHOOL
Jonathan Kwak