Michael T. Oldham
Huntington,WV
Summary
Perceptive Estimator and Project Manager offering 35+years of experience in developing and managing project estimates by coordinating with colleagues and clients. Successful in devising bid proposals in line with client specifications and objectives through clear communication and attention to detail. Driven to minimize costs by continually comparing project costs to estimates and coordinating with leaders on cost-cutting methods.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Steel Erection Estimator
Metcon Construction
08.2024 - Current
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Performed all duties from my home office. Used state of the art communications software to keep in touch with team members in several different states.
- Established a reputation for delivering reliable and accurate estimates, resulting in increased client trust and repeat business opportunities.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Calculated labor hours accurately based on trade-specific productivity rates, leading to more realistic project timelines and work plans.
- Worked closely with structural estimators and field erection superintendents to put together detailed and accurate structural steel estimates and schedules for both fabrication and erection.
Estimator, Project Manager
Ogden Brothers Construction, Inc.
01.2019 - 07.2024
- Estimating and Managing Structural and Miscellaneous Jobs of varying types and sizes, including Tilt-Wall/Structural Steel, Free Standing, Renovations, and typical CMU construction.
- This company started as a concrete contractor and later added Structural Steel to better serve the needs of General contractors. We often price both Concrete and Steel together.
- Estimate, coordinate and Project manage the projects awarded. often attending pre-bid, descope, scheduling and coordination meetings and Field measure existing conditions for proper installation of Structural and Miscellaneous Steel.
- Attending weekly jobsite meetings to coordinate delivery, schedule and installation of all projects. D
- eveloping a Procedure Manual to give basic instruction on company procedure for such Items as Estimating projects, Detailing procedures and standards for Structural and miscellaneous Items, Standard practices for Erecting Structural and Miscellaneous in the Field to help crew leaders better understand and implement our standard practices.
- Detail many small to medium projects myself. I am proficient in Autocad, Excel, Word, Outlook, Bluebeam and have written my own estimating program in Excel format I am also familiar with Tekla/Fab-suite estimating software Also created CNC and DXF files for Shop production.
- Notable Projects: Crown Volvo, St. Petersburg, Fl. Addition to Existing Jaguar Dealership, Beam, Column, Joist and Deck. B.I.G. Arts Cultural Center and Theatre, Sanibel Island, FL New Beam and Column, Joist and Deck.
Project Manager
East Coast Metal Structures, Inc.
01.2016 - 12.2018
- In managing projects ranging in size from small retail stores and restaurants to multi-story High rise buildings including a wide range of resident facilities, parking structures, Multi-floor Storage buildings, Schools, Retail shopping centers and various other types of construction. I am experienced in traditional types of construction as well as non-traditional such as Tilt wall construction and SS-22 Stacked Column construction.
- I utilize my experience as an estimator in preparing Change Order Request and pricing small projects related to larger projects. I use my years of experience as a structural steel detailer in preparing drawings for smaller projects and changes every day. I have brought with me a long list of associates that are Structural steel detailers that I use on many of my projects. Most of these detailers use SDS or Tekla to produce drawings, reports and CNC files required to complete projects.
- I work closely with shop personnel and supervision to answer questions and compile accurate production schedules for each Project Including Joist and Deck. At any given time I manage ten to fifteen projects of various sizes. Some 300 tons or more.
- I attend Kick-Off and important weekly coordination and scheduling meetings to coordinate delivery and installation on fabricated Items. Keeping a constant flow of information to all involved.
- Notable Projects: CubeSmart, 25th street, Miami, FL (7 Floor Self Storage Building) Space Box Self Storage, Nashville, TN. (3 Story Self Storage Building) North Tampa Christian School, Tampa, FL (Six single story Educational Buildings and Gymnasium). 1030 S. Ocean, Manalapan, FL (Two Story Renovation to Beachfront Home including Detailing and Project Managing).
Senior Estimator/Project Manager
Martin Steel, Inc.
01.2011 - 12.2016
- As senior estimator it was my job to delegate and monitor the status of estimates making sure required quote dates are met. In addition, I also estimated all types of Structural, Industrial, commercial and miscellaneous steel projects completely and accurately Using estimating software and Microsoft office products such as Word and Excel.
- In addition to estimating I also managed my own projects from purchase to delivery. Utilizing my organizational skills along with my problem-solving skills to arranging detail drawings (as well as detailing small jobs), handle RFIs and communicate with the customer and/or engineers to resolve any issues the detailers might have, assisting in purchasing, keeping the customer informed as to the status of their project and doing whatever is necessary to hit delivery dates. Making field measurements and designing small projects for industrial applications.
- I also assist the shop CNC programmers with layout and programming on more complicated Items.
Assistant Manager and Senior Estimator
Tri-America, (Steel Division)
01.2006 - 12.2011
- As well as estimating and managing mostly industrial projects I was also responsible for arranging detailing on all projects, calling upon my long list of detailers and vendors that I have had relationships with in the past and making sure they hit their promised delivery dates. Calling upon my experience as a detailer to answer questions and even detail when required.
- I also did all purchasing for all of my projects, from the main structural steel to purchased items such as grating, pipe supports, safety gates, bolts and any other purchased items.
- I managed and survised the shop production of all my projects, including producing shop cutting lists, programming of the CNC plasma burner using Autocad, Sigmanest and Peddimat software. Controlling the flow of every project through the shop, Problem solving and adjusting schedules to meet customers required schedules and arranging shipping and delivery.
Assistant to VP of Production
Martin Steel, Inc.
01.1999 - 12.2006
- Estimating and managing projects taken in by the Vice President of production. As well as handling walk-in sales and on-site measuring and engineering. Invoicing all projects as well/
- Detailing special projects and parts for CNC programming.
- CNC programming for two burning tables and on three head punch line.
Detailer/Checker
Ferro Products Corporation
01.1996 - 12.1999
- To interpret design drawings and create erection drawings, joist and deck drawings, Siding and foundation steel drawings as well as Structural Shop drawings including Stairs, Handrail, and main structure. All conforming to the latest edition of the AISC Manual for steel construction.
- Using multiple versions of Autocad software
- Checking other detailers work for accuracy and to be sure it conformed to the contract requirements.
Detailer/Checker
3-D Detailing
01.1994 - 12.1996
- To interpret design drawings and create erection drawings, joist and deck drawings, Siding and foundation steel drawings as well as Structural Shop drawings including Stairs, Handrail, and main structure. All conforming to the latest edition of the AISC Manual for steel construction.
- Started drawing by hand on the board then learned and switched to Autocad.
- Checking other detailers work for accuracy and to be sure it conformed to the contract requirements.
Relevant Experience
Various Other Work
01.1988 - 12.1994
- Entered the Steel industry as a shop laborer for Eagle Steel in Nitro WV. Operated punches and sandblaster, assisted in the paint shop, loaded and unloaded trucks and assisted building maintenance.
- Worked for Commercial Welding in Buffalo WV as a fitter and certified welder using Shears, Plasma burner, Break press and other machinery in the fabrication and assembly of custom lift machines such as pallet movers and roll handlers for the automotive industry.
- Worked for the West Virginia State Road in the Bridge Maintenance Division for district two out of Barboursville, WV. Drove 2-ton welding truck and crew truck to Build small bridges and maintain all sizes of bridges in the surrounding counties.
Retail Sales and Management
01.1985 - 12.1988
- Worked at Sears in Large ticket commission sales 1988.
- Assistant Manager at Love Hardware in Milton, WV. Responsible for opening and closing, Scheduling, Deposits, Customer service and all other retail functions.
Education
Anthropology
Marshall University
Huntington, WV12.1996
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Carver Adult Education Center
Malden, WV12.1996
High School - undefined
Hamlin High School
Hamlin, WV12.1985
Skills
- Accurate cost estimation
- Detailed material estimation
- Accurate estimate preparation
- Software project estimation
- Expertise in structural steel detailing
- Effective team and client communication
- Detail-oriented customer support
- Project coordination
Hobbies and Interests
Coaching, Officiating and Playing Soccer, Boating, Fishing, Guitar.
Timeline
Structural Steel Erection Estimator
Metcon Construction
08.2024 - Current
Estimator, Project Manager
Ogden Brothers Construction, Inc.
01.2019 - 07.2024
Project Manager
East Coast Metal Structures, Inc.
01.2016 - 12.2018
Senior Estimator/Project Manager
Martin Steel, Inc.
01.2011 - 12.2016
Assistant Manager and Senior Estimator
Tri-America, (Steel Division)
01.2006 - 12.2011
Assistant to VP of Production
Martin Steel, Inc.
01.1999 - 12.2006
Detailer/Checker
Ferro Products Corporation
01.1996 - 12.1999
Detailer/Checker
3-D Detailing
01.1994 - 12.1996
Relevant Experience
Various Other Work
01.1988 - 12.1994
Retail Sales and Management
01.1985 - 12.1988
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Carver Adult Education Center
High School - undefined
Hamlin High School
Anthropology
Marshall University
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