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Rodrigo Vargas

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Experienced construction professional specializing in residential projects, with a strong background in cost estimation and project coordination. Skilled in blueprint analysis, bid package development, and material procurement, consistently enhancing project success and efficiency.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Estimator

SouthEnd Exteriors
Charlotte, North Carolina
06.2023 - Current
  • Develop quantity takeoffs from blueprints and drawings using computer-aided design systems, or manual calculations.
  • Maintain accurate records of estimated versus actual costs incurred during projects.
  • Create detailed reports outlining the estimate assumptions used during the bidding process.
  • Conduct site visits when necessary to gain a better understanding of the scope of work prior to submitting an estimate.
  • Compile data from suppliers to update material pricing databases as needed.
  • Assist in developing scopes of work for bid packages.
  • Review and analyze plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
  • Adapt estimates to reflect changes in scope, materials, and labor requirements.

AC Team Supervisor

SouthEnd Exteriors
Charlotte, North Carolina
07.2021 - 06.2023
  • Manage purchase order functions, and create operational efficiency for the Account Coordinator Team.
  • Create and maintain standards that are established for the Account Coordinator Group.
  • Ensure all assigned tasks are completed within established timeframes, and also ensure that all necessary communication occurs and is in a professional manner.
  • Conduct regular employee feedback alignments, and give or receive pertinent direct report feedback on a timely basis.
  • Participate in hiring and employee improvement processes for all direct reports.
  • Reduce invoice discrepancies by ensuring best practices on POs per department. standards.
  • Develop and maintain effective relationships with all internal and external customers, and trade partners, by assisting in the resolution of problems in a timely and effective manner.
  • Attend and participate in scheduled meetings pertaining to the Sales, Purchasing, and Construction Departments.
  • Communicate with construction, trade partners, and management personnel, with the ultimate goal of increasing customer service levels and internal efficiency.
  • Organize and execute additional directives and improvements as directed.

Account Coordinator

SouthEnd Exteriors
Charlotte, North Carolina
05.2020 - 07.2021
  • Manage the process of acquiring and tracking materials needed for various projects or production. This involves creating and tracking purchase orders, coordinating deliveries, and ensuring that material availability aligns with project timelines and resource allocation.
  • Keep accurate records of materials, potentially setting up and maintaining part numbers, and vendor information.
  • Ensure materials are available when needed by coordinating delivery schedules, creating supply plans, and monitoring material flow throughout the supply chain.
  • Work with various teams (production, operations, logistics) to ensure the timely delivery of materials, and that all required assets are available for production.
  • Address discrepancies in orders, resolve customer order issues, and find solutions for material-related challenges.

Service Coordinator

SouthEnd Exteriors
Charlotte, North Carolina
10.2018 - 05.2020
  • Place orders with suppliers, ensuring the timely delivery of materials.
  • Manage the flow of materials needed for operations, including ordering, tracking, and ensuring timely delivery. This involves coordinating with suppliers, monitoring inventory levels, and maintaining accurate records of material orders and usage. They ensure that the right materials are available in the correct quantities, at the right time, to support production, or other operational needs.
  • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, evaluating their performance, and addressing any issues related to material quality or delivery.
  • Coordinate the receipt, storage, and distribution of materials to various departments or production areas.
  • Ensure materials are delivered on time and in the correct quantities, often involving coordination with transportation and logistics teams.
  • Address any issues related to material shortages, delays, or quality problems, and finding solutions to keep operations running smoothly.

Education

Master of Public Administration - Political Communication

Universidad Camilo José Cela
Madird, Spain
06-2015

MBA - Business/Corporate Communications

IESA
Caracas, Venezuela
09-2011

First Certificated (FCE) -

University of Cambridge
Cambridge, England
04-2009

Advanced English Certificate -

Westbourne Academy
Bournemouth, England
12-2008

BBA - Business/Corporate Communications

Universidad Monteávila
Caracas, Venezuela
07-2005

Skills

  • Quantity takeoffs
  • Cost estimation
  • Blueprint analysis
  • Bid package development
  • Supplier data management
  • Construction management
  • Project coordination
  • Material procurement
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Team leadership
  • Detail orientation
  • Estimating software
  • Construction
  • Residential construction
  • Vendor relationships
  • Material takeoffs
  • Attention to detail
  • Labor cost estimation
  • Communication skills

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Italian
Limited

Certification

  • Excel: Tips and Tricks (2023)
  • First Certificate English (FCE)
  • Member of the National College of Journalists
  • International Press Card Holder

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Estimator

SouthEnd Exteriors
06.2023 - Current

AC Team Supervisor

SouthEnd Exteriors
07.2021 - 06.2023

Account Coordinator

SouthEnd Exteriors
05.2020 - 07.2021

Service Coordinator

SouthEnd Exteriors
10.2018 - 05.2020

Master of Public Administration - Political Communication

Universidad Camilo José Cela

MBA - Business/Corporate Communications

IESA

First Certificated (FCE) -

University of Cambridge

Advanced English Certificate -

Westbourne Academy

BBA - Business/Corporate Communications

Universidad Monteávila

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