Michele Cota
Orlando,FL
Summary
15 years of experience in the residential and commercial construction industry, combined with Quality Control, Project Coordination, and Estimates. Self-starter, cross-functional/organizational, strong computer knowledge, and attention to detail.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Estimator
CIC Construction Group
05.2023 - Current
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements, scope and accurately estimate cost.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
- Providing detailed cost breakdowns and accurate estimates for various project scopes.
- Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients.
- Developed and maintained database of cost information to use most up-to-date and relevant data in estimates.
Estimator
Skyline Cabinetry Inc.
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
- Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
- RFIs (Requests for Information)
- Submittals
- Assists with order management and coordination
Estimator
Amazing Contractors LLC
10.2017 - 02.2020
- Estimate cost of commercial projects for division 9 from CSI, perform quantity survey of materials shown on plans and specifications, perform analysis from results of completed projects comparing estimated cost with the actual cost to increase profitability, Work with RFI's, submittals and follow up with clients;
- Analyzed project mandatories, scope, and available resources to devise timelines and communicate with clients on deliverable deadlines;
- Developed bid proposals with itemized costs for clients to review and approve before beginning work on commercial projects;
- Evaluated architectural plans and consulted with clients to gain a deep understanding of project scope and objectives;
- Analyzed designs and performed correct cost analysis.
Quality Control Analyst
Sudeste Construções E Empreend
11.2012 - 02.2016
- Responsible for implementation and maintenance of QMS by ISO 9001-2008 standards for certification;
- Internal audits and apartment inspections;
- Elaboration and control of Quality area management indicators through Excel spreadsheets and reports to ensure achievement of goals;
- Reading and interpretation of plans and construction documents;
- Quantitative Data Collection;
- Architectural Projects Control.
Quality Control Analyst
Construtora Caparaó
04.2011 - 10.2012
- Responsible for maintenance of QMS by ISO 9001-2008 standards for certification;
- Internal audits and apartment inspections;
- Elaboration and control of Quality area management indicators through Excel spreadsheets and reports to ensure achievement of goals;
- Reading and interpretation of plans and construction documents;
- Quantitative Data Collection.
- Architectural Projects Control.
Quality Control Analyst Assistant
Habitare Construtora
05.2008 - 02.2011
- Maintenance of QMS by ISO 9001-2008 standards for certification;
- Internal audits and apartment inspections;
- Elaboration and control of quality area management indicators through Excel spreadsheets reports to ensure achievement of goals;
- Reading and interpretation of plans and construction documents;
- Quantitative data collection;
- Architectural Projects Control.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems
PUC Minas
Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil06.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Account Technician
Colegio Cruzeiro Do Sul
Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil12.2000
Skills
- Quantity Takeoffs
- Budget Development
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Vendor Selection
- Proposal Development
- Written Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Construction Cost Estimates
- Cost Analysis
- Analytical Skills
- Cost Estimation
- Math
- Residential construction
- Estimate Preparation
- Data Collection
- Document analysis
- Proposal Writing
- Commercial construction experience
- Blueprint Analysis
- Scope Review
- Computer Skills
Languages
English
Spanish
Portuguese
Timeline
Construction Estimator
CIC Construction Group
05.2023 - Current
Estimator
Skyline Cabinetry Inc.
09.2021 - 05.2023
Estimator
Amazing Contractors LLC
10.2017 - 02.2020
Quality Control Analyst
Sudeste Construções E Empreend
11.2012 - 02.2016
Quality Control Analyst
Construtora Caparaó
04.2011 - 10.2012
Quality Control Analyst Assistant
Habitare Construtora
05.2008 - 02.2011
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems
PUC Minas
Associate of Applied Science - Account Technician
Colegio Cruzeiro Do Sul
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