Rachel Lozano
Norcross,GA
Summary
Construction Management graduate with a strong foundation in project planning, scheduling, estimating, and field operations. Eager to begin a professional career in the construction industry by contributing to high-quality projects while continuing to develop technical and leadership skills. Adaptable, motivated, and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and the ability to excel in both collaborative team environments and independent roles.
Overview
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Certification
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years of post-secondary education
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years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Store Manager
Cinderella's Gowns
Lilburn, Georgia
11.2019 - Current
- Negotiated contract terms with wholesale vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.
- Managed daily store operations and ensured smooth workflow.
- Trained and supervised staff on customer service best practices.
- Developed staff schedules to meet business needs efficiently.
- Boosted company sales by developing and implementing strategic marketing approaches.
Project Cost Analyst
DGF Concrete
Tampa, Florida
10.2025 - 05.2026
- Assisted with concrete quantity take-offs for large commercial projects.
- Collaborated with project managers to forecast expenses and identify potential cost overruns.
- Developed cost estimation reports for concrete projects using industry-standard software tools.
- Provided insights on material costs and procurement strategies for construction projects.
- Reviewed vendor contracts to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Assistant Project Coordinator
Specialized Group Construction
Lawrenceville, Georgia
12.2023 - 12.2025
- Coordinated project schedules and timelines for multiple construction initiatives.
- Assisted in preparing project documentation and reports for stakeholders.
- Supported team meetings by organizing agendas and taking detailed notes.
- Reviewed contracts before submission to ensure accuracy and completeness of information provided.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Management
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA 07.2024 - 05.2026
Skills
- Scheduling and planning
- Data analysis
- Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Bluebeam
- Procore
- Construction documentation
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- OSHA 30
- Certificate of Commercial Construction Estimator
- Certificate of Commercial Construction Building Inspector
- Certificate of Commercial Construction Contract Administrator
- Procore Project Manager Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Cost Analyst
DGF Concrete
10.2025 - 05.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Management
Gwinnett Technical College
07.2024 - 05.2026
Assistant Project Coordinator
Specialized Group Construction
12.2023 - 12.2025
Retail Store Manager
Cinderella's Gowns
11.2019 - Current