Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Neilson Spencer

Lisbon

Summary

Diligent Industrial Insulation estimator/ project manager, skilled in insulation and metal manipulation methods, techniques and equipment. Looking to get back to working with my hands, eager to learn new skills and trades.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Estimator/ Project Manager

Anchor Insulation
06.2022 - Current
  • Prepared quotes for potential clients insulation needs.
  • Upon acquiring jobs, I ordered materials, set up job scopes and instructions for installers.
  • Supervised job progress throughout projects, making adjustments as needed to job scopes.
  • Dealt directly with customers to address any concerns or questions that may have come up.
  • Once jobs are completed, I set up invoices to be sent to the billing department.
  • Dealt with distributors, equipment purchases and/or rentals, subcontractors and anything required to make sure our crews had everything needed to provide customers with quality service.
  • When short-staffed, I would work in the field alongside the installers to keep the jobs running smoothly- sometimes working alone if necessary.
  • Researched insulation materials, equipment, processes etc., looking for ways to improve our methods.
  • 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.
  • Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans, and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
  • Reviewed completed projects' actual costs compared against estimates as part of a continuous improvement process, refining future estimates based on lessons learned.

Mechanical Industrial Insulator

Anchor Insulation
01.2009 - 06.2022
  • Trained new team members to meet quality and efficiency standards for each project.
  • Demonstrated a thorough understanding of and skill for insulation preparation and installations.
  • Utilized fabricating equipment to cut, bend and straighten sheet metal for insulation projects.
  • Affixed insulation to exposed surfaces of equipment as directed.
  • Repaired, removed or applied insulation on industrial and mechanical equipment including heat exchangers, tanks and pumps.
  • Prepared insulation and other materials prior to beginning each project, placing a focus on efficiency and waste reduction.
  • Planned work and determined appropriate tools and equipment.
  • Kept supervisor informed of job progress and material requirements
  • Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies.
  • Reviewed work orders and communicated with prior shift to assess work needs for the day.

Cashier/Stockman

Hopkinton Liquor Depot
09.2006 - 10.2009
  • Cashier
  • General Cleaning
  • Maintained stock levels

Beam and Web

Darlington Fabrics
09.2008 - 10.2008
  • Loading and unloading of knitting materials
  • Quality check of finished goods

Utility Worker

Greene Plastics Corp
06.2006 - 08.2008
  • Loading and unloading plastic injector machines
  • Maintained and repaired machines

Education

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Art Institute of Pittsburg

High School diploma - undefined

01.1996

Skills

  • Leadership/Forman experience
  • Direct labor crew training
  • Vast knowledge of various types of insulation materials and applications
  • Reliable and consistent
  • Solid independent worker
  • OSHA Certified
  • Proficiency with mechanical and power tools
  • Strong desire to learn new skills
  • Team player with strong interpersonal skills

Certification

I am OSHA certified, TWIC certified and forklift certified. Also have a valid driver's license.

Timeline

Estimator/ Project Manager

Anchor Insulation
06.2022 - Current

Mechanical Industrial Insulator

Anchor Insulation
01.2009 - 06.2022

Beam and Web

Darlington Fabrics
09.2008 - 10.2008

Cashier/Stockman

Hopkinton Liquor Depot
09.2006 - 10.2009

Utility Worker

Greene Plastics Corp
06.2006 - 08.2008

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Art Institute of Pittsburg

High School diploma - undefined

Neilson Spencer