Nickolas Booth
Owosso,MI
Summary
Dynamic Civil Estimator and Project Manager with extensive experience at Central Excavating Inc. as well as Landscape Estimator and Project Manager for Hawaii Landscape Services. Proven expertise in estimating software and blueprint reading, delivering precise cost estimates for complex projects. Strong leadership skills foster collaboration, ensuring project success and adherence to timelines. Committed to excellence in both commercial and residential construction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Estimator/Project Manager
Central Excavating Inc./Granger Construction
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted with preparation of cost estimates for excavation and construction projects.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to identify potential issues and discrepancies.
- Collaborated with project managers to gather necessary information for accurate bidding.
- Utilized estimating software to calculate material, labor, and equipment costs efficiently.
- Acted as a project manager/foreman on MSU Student Recreation and Wellness Center job site for Central Excavating doing all the excavation work.
Head Estimator/Project Manager
Hawaii Landscape Services
03.2019 - 07.2025
- Promoted from lead estimator/landscape designer to head of commercial estimating and worked fully remotely after moving back to Michigan in 2023
- Delivered timely and accurate estimates for commercial and large residential landscaping projects
- Supervised in-person projects to assure adherence to plans and contract agreements
- Worked closely with the company president to consistently communicate goals and meet defined objectives
Union Laborer/ Head Pipelayer
Central Excavating LLC
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted heavy equipment in digging holes and trenches at a set grade for footings, pipe, etc.
- Set up and use grade and pipe lasers alongside similar instruments to meet plan specifications
- Install underground pipe utilities such as storm, sanitation, water main, etc.
Owner/Operator
Gratitude Greenhouse
06.2018 - 01.2024
- Grew a hobby with my now wife into a profitable rare tropical plant nursery
- Sold as a weekly vendor a two farmers markets that were nationally ranked in the top-ten farmers market by USA Today
- Maintained buying relationships with local and international contacts for mutual profitability
- Educated customers on how to properly care for their plants to ensure their return on investment
- Designed, installed, and maintained living art installations in customer's homes and places of business
Carpenter
Trumble Group
02.2012 - 03.2015
- Constructed and installed frameworks for residential and commercial projects.
- Operated power tools and woodworking machinery with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects ahead of schedule.
- Was quickly promoted to foreman of a commercial framing and drywall crew
Education
No Degree - Construction Management/Engineering Tract
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MINo Degree - Civil Engineering Tract
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MIHigh School Diploma -
Perry High School
Perry, MI06-2006
Skills
- Estimating software (6 Years)
- Microsoft Office (10 Years)
- Blueprint Reading (10 Years)
- Proficient using Bluebeam, Autodesk
Timeline
Civil Estimator/Project Manager
Central Excavating Inc./Granger Construction
02.2025 - Current
Union Laborer/ Head Pipelayer
Central Excavating LLC
02.2024 - 02.2025
Head Estimator/Project Manager
Hawaii Landscape Services
03.2019 - 07.2025
Owner/Operator
Gratitude Greenhouse
06.2018 - 01.2024
Carpenter
Trumble Group
02.2012 - 03.2015
No Degree - Construction Management/Engineering Tract
Lansing Community College
No Degree - Civil Engineering Tract
Michigan State University
High School Diploma -
Perry High School