Joseph Dottavio
Liberty Hill
Summary
Attentive professional offering several years of experience working with clients and teammates to create and manage project estimates. Talented in understanding client requirements and expectations to prepare bid proposals accordingly. Focused on maintaining project costs by comparing estimates with project actuals and discussing with decision-makers to devise ways to save money.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Estimator
Hydro Resources
Creedmoor
10.2023 - Current
- Developed full-scope estimates for use in project bidding and design-build projects.
- Prepared detailed reports highlighting the basis for cost estimates, including assumptions and exclusions.
- Presented prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
- Negotiated pricing with suppliers and subcontractors to secure advantageous terms.
- Collaborated with project managers and engineering teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Coordinated with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotes and validate budget assumptions.
- Analyzed project mandatories, scope and available resources to devise timelines and communicate with client on deliverable deadlines.
Service Manager
Texan Water Well Service
Fredericksburg
11.2018 - 09.2021
- Joined to grow service and sales operations of a developing well company.
- Facilitated approximately $10,000 a week in service sales, conducted site visits, advised and educated clients on product options and their functions
- Delivered accurate cost projections prior to finalizing post-project billing.
- Managed daily operations, scheduling, and the delegation of projects to technicians under my department
- Coordinated acquisition and upkeep of necessary supplies for new initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of all service requests, including resolution times and costs incurred.
- Provided technical support for hardware and software issues experienced by customers.
Lead Technician/Interim Project Manager
Hydro Resources
Dripping Springs
12.2015 - 11.2018
- Began as well technician, advanced to diagnosing and repairing various single and three phase well systems
- Performed duties as lead technician, which included the management of personnel on multiple job locations
- Facilitated the onboarding of new personnel, in diagnostics and repair of various well systems, including solar wells
- Maintained key customer relationships through effective communication of the project management process from implementation to completion
- Supported and facilitated a safe working environment as per company policies
Operational Supervisor
USMC
Camp Pendleton
01.2013 - 08.2015
- Served as project manager for warehouse responsible for over 1500 national stock numbers and a value in excess of 18 million dollars of repairable items
- Completed actions for 1650 requisitions and improved fill rate to 97%
- Ensured personnel of 50 were compliant with DoD standards, supply and warehousing policy and procedure
- Trained and supervised 45 federal employees on safe and efficient management of inventory handling, and equipment in support of daily operations
Warehouse Clerk
USMC
Camp Pendleton
08.2011 - 01.2013
- Primary liaison between Navy and Marine Corps for shipping and receiving repairable items
- Support in administrative and warehousing functions, material accountability, heavy equipment, operational support, procurement, and hazardous material handling
- Served as Supply Program Manager performing receiving, storage & shipping functions for warehouse in excess of 1000 different SKU's
- Provided data entry as related to the receipt of stock
- Coordinated receiving and efficient organization to maximize proper storage in accordance with warehousing directives
- Ensured facilities complied with fire prevention and safety regulations
- Supervised lower ranking personnel assigned to task
- Maintained and managed 1.5M dollars of equipment in preparation of overseas deployment support
Education
Associate of Science - Geology
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX12-2023
Green Belt Lean Six Sigma Course -
USMC
Camp Pendleton, CABasic First Aid/CPR -
Skills
- Project Cost Analysis
- Estimate preparation
- Material takeoffs
- Mathematical problem-solving
- Design review
- Experience in Commercial Construction Projects
- Client Support
- Groundwater Well Rehabilitation
- Comprehensive System Design
- Technical Equipment Troubleshooting
- Pump Selection Proficiency
- Water Quality Management
- Electrical Systems
Accomplishments
- Developed and facilitated the expansion of a new service department and implemented standard operating procedures tailored to meet industry standards and regulations.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Estimator
Hydro Resources
10.2023 - Current
Service Manager
Texan Water Well Service
11.2018 - 09.2021
Lead Technician/Interim Project Manager
Hydro Resources
12.2015 - 11.2018
Operational Supervisor
USMC
01.2013 - 08.2015
Warehouse Clerk
USMC
08.2011 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - Geology
San Antonio College
Green Belt Lean Six Sigma Course -
USMC
Basic First Aid/CPR -
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