KENYKUMAR PATEL
Austin,Texas
Summary
Observant Estimator with 6-year background in construction industry. Superior knowledge of cost analysis and business operations. Proficient in material cost estimate software and Microsoft Office. Talented in computing cost estimates for materials, labor, equipment and production activities customer relationships and preparing cost estimates for small- and large-scale private and public construction projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Estimator
Hellas Construction, Inc
Austin, TX
03.2022 - Current
- Developed estimates and takeoffs while drafting detailed proposals.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Coordinated product installation and scheduled experienced crews to achieve project scopes of work.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks and limitations.
- Collected historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.
- Conducted site visits and provided recommendations and informed advice regarding site viability.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality of all information for existing and prospective clients to protect personal and business interests.
- Conducted special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or to effect cost reduction.
- Devised, enhanced and communicated deliverable timetables by reviewing project requirements, scope and resources to make accurate assessments.
- Determined project objectives, budgets and schedules by coordinating with clients and teammates and optimized plans to meet changing conditions.
- Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Estimator/ Drafter
Hellas Construction
Austin, Texas
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Prepare cost estimate from design from schematic and budget to details take off and pricing.
- Reviewed drawings and specifications for a wide range of public and private education projects to determine the scope of work for project includes athletic field improvements and tennis courts.
- Design and build athletic construction projects across US.
- Send out Requests for Geo-tech and surveying reports for projects.
- Worked with clients and sub-contractors for scheduling.
- Built strong relationships with preferred contractors.
- Negotiated pricing with General Contractors and suppliers to increase profit margins.
- Coordinated post -bid transitions to Project Managers.
- Find new job leads via websites.
- Produced multi-format project plans and documents in-office plotter.
- Attend pre-bid meetings, Conducted site walk-thru and progress visits for General contractor bid.
- Help to prepare and deliver Project proposal and bid to the owner, - Identify and resolve deviations from proposal including plans and scope of work, - Tracked/maintain/response to Request for Information and submittals for projects, - Tracked and prepare change order.
- Consulted with architects, customers and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates.
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
Estimator
Digg Commercial LLC
Austin, Texas
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Execution of quantity take-offs for the project of specific trade like commercial, healthcare, education, retail, corporate projects. (using Planswift, Onscreen take-off and Bluebeam)
- Estimation of project operation costs, by using HCSS Heavy bid software.
- Send out Request for Quote for Materials.
- Receive bids, analyze and consulting with senior management team before awarding a subcontract.
- Identify and resolve deviations from proposal including plans and scope of work, - Review and submit bids for the project on private and public jobs.
- Utilized cost estimation systems to document project information, create estimates and revise project costs to reflect current data.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
Assistant Project Manager/ Jr. Estimator
Digg Commercial LLC
Austin, Texas
07.2016 - 11.2016
- Assisting senior project manager for residential projects within $8 million at Falcon head Bee Cave TX with documentation management, permits, and pre-planning with superintendent.
- Perform bidding coordination, Wrote e-mail for business communication purpose, Collect and organize data information for bid into company's bid calendar, Reviewing plans and documents and preparing bid bond.
- Maintain record of field work orders and change orders and their impact on job cost and construction schedule.
- Development of Project scope, leveling sheets and bid summary sheets for project, inviting and reviewing subcontractor’s/supplier’s quote.
Education
Masters of Science - Construction Management
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2017
Bachelors - Civil Engineering
Gujarat Technological University
India 05.2014
Skills
- Estimate Coordination
- Microsoft Office
- Software Tools: AutoCAD 2D and 3D, SAP 2000, Sage Timberline, Revit, PlanSwift10, AGTEK Earthworks 4D, HCSS Heavy Bid, Onscreen Take-off, Bluebeam
- Workflow Processes
- Contract Negotiation
- Bid Proposals
- Contractual Obligations
- Bidding Procedures
- Primavera P6
Certification
Occupational Safety and Health Administration certification- OSHA 30 Hours.
Construction Manager in Training (CMIT)
Languages
English
Professional Working
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Estimator
Hellas Construction, Inc
03.2022 - Current
Estimator/ Drafter
Hellas Construction
02.2018 - 03.2022
Estimator
Digg Commercial LLC
11.2016 - 11.2017
Assistant Project Manager/ Jr. Estimator
Digg Commercial LLC
07.2016 - 11.2016
Masters of Science - Construction Management
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelors - Civil Engineering
Gujarat Technological University
Occupational Safety and Health Administration certification- OSHA 30 Hours.
Construction Manager in Training (CMIT)
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