As a multi-talented business leader, I bring 14 years of experience as an accomplished estimator and project manager, excelling in customer service and problem-solving. I manage projects from inception through completion. I am an active participant in budgeting, competitive bidding, construction, and final closeout. I am adept at procuring materials and selecting subcontractors and suppliers who contribute to completing projects on time and within budget.
I am skilled in managing superintendents, subcontractors, suppliers, and general contractors, ensuring clear communication of needs and attentive listening to my team's input. I am decisive and stand by my decisions, capable of working independently while upholding company standards. My commitment is to strengthen relationships with existing clients and to cultivate new ones, fostering the company's growth and success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Preconstruction and Estimating
Performance Building Solutions
Conover, NC
06.2014 - Current
Choose projects to bid that align with goals of the company
Training of new estimator to use on screen take-off and quick bid software
Estimated construction costs accurately, achieving consistent business profits.
Negotiated with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve or improve on budgetary goals.
Planned, organized and managed superintendents, and subcontractors through expert communication and handling of work orders and purchase orders.
Prepared and submitted daily work-site reports, weekly invoices, payroll and overtime requirements.
Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.
Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team of workers.
Completed projects on time and within budget
Managed as many as 14 projects at one time that were in various stages of completion.
Construction Estimator and Project Manager
Turner Baxter
Vale, NC
10.2009 - 06.2014
Assessed and evaluated construction documents, such as drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine scope of work and cost estimates.
Developed comprehensive bids based on project requirements including budgeting, scheduling and quantity take-offs.
Ensured compliance with all applicable building codes and safety regulations during each phase of the construction process.
Provided guidance to team members regarding their roles in completing various tasks within a project's timeline.
Drafted documents such as contracts, specifications, purchase orders related to specific projects.
Maintained accurate records of all project activities including daily reports, invoices, change orders.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Technology
Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC
08-1995
Accounting And Business Management
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC
Skills
Business Development
Contract Negotiation
Operations Management
Relationship Building
Decision-Making
Budget Oversight
Business growth and marketing strategies
Profit Objectives
Complex Problem-Solving
Affiliations
Home remodeling is my current passion and receives the majority of my free time. i also enjoy any activity on the water, with fishing toping the list. Preparing what I catch is almost as enjoyable. My other favorite past times are cruising on my electric bike, golfing, and pickleball.
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Vice President of Preconstruction and Estimating
Performance Building Solutions
06.2014 - Current
Construction Estimator and Project Manager
Turner Baxter
10.2009 - 06.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Technology
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