Michelle Hester
Blue Ridge,TX
Summary
Experienced job planner, estimator and administrator with 9 years of experience. Talented in computing cost estimates for materials, labor, equipment, and production for small and large projects. Organized, dependable, and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimating Coordinator
Gallagher Construction Services
Richardson, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Develop spreadsheets to track project progress, budgets, schedules and other related data for Commercial Jobs. This is used by the estimating department to manage all jobs efficiently.
- Prepare and create proposal documentation for contractors which includes work scope requirements, specifications, deadlines, and budget restrictions. This document is critical for each contractor to better understand the build and conditions of the job.
- Support bidding process by reviewing bids and proposals by working closely with the estimating team auditing bids and costs.
Job Planner
Vomela Specialty; Large Scale Specialized Printing
High Point, NC
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Prioritized schedules to meet project goals and overall customer satisfaction by collaborating with production team to determine timeline on all resources
- Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality products. This is to prioritize the customers goals
- Used Syteline to calculate and plan all jobs for fleet graphic designs. This program is used by management to plan, calculate and organize all jobs to smoothly flow thru production
Job Planning and Estimating Manager
Wright Global Graphics; Creative Branding
High Point, NC
08.2014 - 09.2021
- Utilized cost estimation systems to document project information, create estimates and revise project costs to reflect current data.
- Prepared estimates for management which encompassed planning, organizing and scheduling. This process is calculated by the intake and cost of raw materials to better understand timelines of certain products
- Coordinated and created work orders for each individual job to flow through production using Sage Mas
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget. This helps production complete products in a timely manner to meet the customers needs
- Negotiated price points on materials, products and delivery costs by meeting weekly with the sales teams to go over raw materials and costs of fabrics
Exercise Jockey
Chris Wood Horse Racing Stables
Cambridge, New Zealand
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary
- Exercised horses daily, emphasizing pace or timed work and jump-outs to develop skills and compliance of individual animals
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness or injury and communicated concerns to owners
- Worked closely with trainers to ensure that each horse was in peak condition before a race.
- Prepared horses for races by exercising them and familiarizing them with the track.
Afterschool Teacher
Baptist Children's Homes Of North Carolina
Thomasville, NC
02.2013 - 08.2013
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Created individual teaching approaches for each child with different needs
Barn Manager
Rivendale Farm
Lancaster, South Carolina
09.2012 - 02.2013
- Scheduled veterinary appointments for vaccinations and other wellness needs to maintain up-to-date records on all horse immunizations
- Trained and supervised barn workers in animal care procedures, maintenance duties and safety precautions
- Inspected facilities to determine maintenance needs
- Assessed animals for signs of injury or illness, notifying managers or veterinarians as needed
- Assigned tasks such as feeding and treatment of animals and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters
Horseback Riding Instructor & Manager
Rosewood Farm
Winston Salem, NC
03.2011 - 09.2012
- Provided lessons to riders of all ages and skill levels.
- Instructed students on proper horse care, grooming, tacking up, and saddling techniques.
- Assisted in the training of horses, including ground work and riding instruction.
- Managed the daily care of multiple horses in the barn including feeding, watering, turn out, in, cleaning stalls, paddocks and administering medications as needed.
- Scheduled appointments with veterinarians for routine check ups or emergency visits when necessary.
Education
Riding Master III Certification And Equine Massage - Riding Master
Meredith Manor International Equestrian Center
Waverly, WV02.2011
High School Diploma -
East Davidson High School
Thomasville, NC06.2009
Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Able to work independently or on a team
- Ability to work in fast-paced environment
- Experienced in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
- Team leadership
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Problem solver
- Calculating cost factors
- Mas SAGE expertise
- Syteline experience
- Bluebeam experience
- Multi-tasker
Timeline
Estimating Coordinator
Gallagher Construction Services
01.2023 - Current
Job Planner
Vomela Specialty; Large Scale Specialized Printing
01.2022 - 08.2022
Job Planning and Estimating Manager
Wright Global Graphics; Creative Branding
08.2014 - 09.2021
Exercise Jockey
Chris Wood Horse Racing Stables
08.2013 - 08.2014
Afterschool Teacher
Baptist Children's Homes Of North Carolina
02.2013 - 08.2013
Barn Manager
Rivendale Farm
09.2012 - 02.2013
Horseback Riding Instructor & Manager
Rosewood Farm
03.2011 - 09.2012
Riding Master III Certification And Equine Massage - Riding Master
Meredith Manor International Equestrian Center
High School Diploma -
East Davidson High School
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