Ryan Cato
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Dedicated construction project manager / estimator with 16+ years of experience overseeing asphalt and concrete projects. Proven track record in managing large-scale projects, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost control measures. Skilled in construction estimating, project coordination, and contract negotiation. Possesses a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and holds a 10 hour OSHA Safety Certificate.
Professional with comprehensive experience in cost estimation and project analysis. Skilled in assessing project requirements, preparing detailed cost structures, and negotiating with vendors to achieve optimal pricing. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, ensuring project goals are met efficiently. Adept at adapting to changing project needs and maintaining reliability throughout project timelines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimator
Denver Commercial Property Services
01.2025 - Current
- Reviewed project documents and plans to define scope for large commercial and private properties.
- Created detailed project proposals outlining scope, timelines, resources required and estimated costs required to complete the project while maintaining and managing project budget.
- Collaborated with engineers and project owners during estimate preparation to meet specifications and expectations.
- Negotiated pricing with vendors and suppliers to ensure competitive bids for materials needed for projects.
- Worked closely with project managers along with managed projects to ensure the project stay on time and within budget.
- Achieved annual sales exceeding $3.5 million.
Project Manager
Brown Brothers Asphalt & Concrete
02.2017 - 12.2024
- Reviewed project plans, specifications and attended pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required content of estimate.
- Overseeing and managing crew of 12+ members along with scheduling and project coordination of subcontractors.
- Managed over 12 million dollars in projects.
- Estimated and managed projects for National Big Box Stores accounts
- Developed comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk management strategies
- Managed project budgets ranging from $65,000.00 to $3,500,000.00 ensuring optimal utilization of resources and cost control measures
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for procurement or services required for project implementation
- Forecasted project finance needs and overall profit out come with 85% accuracy.
Estimator
Aggregate Industries
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Crafted and presented detailed project proposals to outline project scope, establish timelines, identify resource needs, and estimate budgets.
- Conducted analysis of vendor proposals and negotiated favorable pricing to optimize material procurement.
- Created detailed cost estimates to facilitate funding and project approval for state and municipal improvements.
- Analyzed project specifications to develop accurate cost estimates for commercial construction projects.
- Utilized industry-standard estimating software to enhance precision in proposals and budget forecasts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Colorado State University
Skills
- Skilled in analyzing construction documents and performing takeoffs manually and with software (B2W, HCSS Heavy Bid, Salesforce)
- Proficient in estimating, sales, project management, and development
- OSHA 10-hour Safety Certified
- Experience in developing internal processes and contract negotiations
- Able to balance client budget needs with company profitability
- Self-motivated, organized, and able to lead teams
- Experienced in project coordination, construction management, and estimating
- Project estimation and bidding
- Bid preparation
- Estimating software
- Estimate preparation
- Material takeoffs
- Cost estimation
Timeline
Estimator
Denver Commercial Property Services
01.2025 - Current
Project Manager
Brown Brothers Asphalt & Concrete
02.2017 - 12.2024
Estimator
Aggregate Industries
01.2015 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Colorado State University