Sayali Kargaonkar

• Worked on 30+ projects, independently preparing full estimates for 10+ projects ranging from $250K to $2.3M, covering roof replacements, façade restorations, garage repairs, plaza redevelopments, dewatering scopes, and stone work.
• Performed quantity take-offs and built detailed cost estimates using On-Screen Takeoff and Sage Timberline, with additional experience in Bluebeam and MS Project.
• Accurately priced scopes including brick replacement/pointing, lintel and sill replacement, parapet rebuilds, roof and flashing work, EIFS repairs, garage slab/column restoration, window and door replacements, and custom landscape features.
• Handled projects ranging from fully detailed bid sets to vague/schematic drawings, applying judgment to interpret site conditions, make assumptions, and still produce complete, competitive bids.
• Calculated rigging, scaffold/drop heights, labor needs, and union crew requirements, accounting for realistic production rates and site logistics.
• Developed production rates for undefined tasks (e.g., welding, salvaging, brick cutting) by analyzing on-site execution and effort.
• Coordinated with subcontractors and vendors to gather accurate pricing for materials such as CMUs, roofing assemblies, stones, copings, and structural items.
• Assessed mobilization requirements including scaffolds, boom lifts, rigging setups, and ground crew distribution.
• Maintained industry engagement as an active member of NWIR (National Women in Roofing) and IIBEC, regularly participating in professional groups and forums.
• Known for tackling challenges with a hands-on, problem-solving approach, balancing technical estimating skills with teamwork, adaptability, and a strong willingness to learn.

• Prepared bid sheets to streamline the bidding process.
• Facilitated communication with subcontractors for efficient collaboration.
• Executed material take-offs using AI technology for accuracy.
• Participated in meetings to align project objectives and strategies.
• Analyzed spec books to fully understand project scopes of work.
• Sent bid invitations to engage potential subcontractors.
• Contributed to final bid submissions, ensuring competitive proposals.

Utilized software tools such as MS Office and MS Project for documentation and scheduling, Bluebeam and AutoCAD for drawing and collaboration, Togal AI for material take-offs, e-CMS for project management, and SmartBid for enhancing bidding processes.

• Worked on projects including UCSD Student housing, San Diego; 17th Farnsworth Street, Boston; 35 Crosby, Boston
• Collaborated, documented, modeled, submitted LOD's
• Conducted client meetings and submissions.

• Worked on projects including CIDCO Housing, CAPACITE Infrastructure; Warehouse Design and Industrial Park; Shell Petrol Pump (AECOM), India
• Conducted 5D modeling, coordination, Navisworks
• Conducted 2D and 3D modeling
• Conducted 4D architectural modeling, BOQ's, and RFI's.