Sierra Sadowski
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Estimator
Kelley Bros
Buffalo, NY
02.2024 - Current
- Analyzed architectural drawings, specifications, and project plans to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial door, frame and hardware packages
- Performed detailed material takeoffs and quantity surveys, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards
- Collaborated with general contractors, architects and end users to clarify scope, resolve discrepancies, and provide value-engineering options
- Requested and evaluated vendor and manufacturer quotes
- Generated detailed bid proposals within specified deadlines and in accordance with bid documents
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fire ratings, accessibility standards, and industry regulations relevant to openings and hardware
- Utilized estimating software (Total Openings Pro) to streamline workflows and ensure estimate accuracy
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and post-bid reviews to support project acquisition and planning
- Tracked and documented estimate revisions, addenda, and RFI responses throughout the bidding process
- Supported project management teams by collaborating necessary information when awarded estimates
General Manager
716 Garage Door Repair Services, Inc.
Orchard Park, NY
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Manage budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Introduce new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Schedule employees for projects, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Interact well with customers, general contractors and vendors to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Review project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Review and approve invoices and change orders to monitor project expenses and reflect any change to scope in project budget and schedule.
- Monitor project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.
- Double-check customer orders and information before filling out order forms to prevent unnecessary delays and errors.
- Order, monitor and track inventory and custom projects to achieve prompt order fulfillment.
- Oversee communication to achieve full resolution of complaints and inquiries.
- Maintain customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Commercial Estimator/Project Manager
Hamburg Overhead Door
Hamburg, NY
07.2018 - 02.2022
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
- Reviewed contract documents from contractors.
- Procurement and delivery of submittal documents, shop drawings and necessary lead times to general contractors.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors, architects and manufacturers to manage performance.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Reported regularly to owners on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Submitted certificates of insurance, warranties and close-out documents to architects and general contractors.
Assistant Store Manager
The Trading Company
Hamburg, NY
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Dietary Supervisor
Glenwell - DePaul Senior Living
West Seneca, NY
06.2013 - 12.2014
- Purchased food supplies for department according to budget limitations.
- Monitored production to check safety, standardized production and appropriate portioning.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
- Directed food preparation and cooking activities to meet health and safety standards.
- Scheduled and rotated staff for adequate coverage and fair distribution of workload.
- Consulted with dietitians to plan menus appropriate for patient needs.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NYNo Degree - Nursing
Ohio Northern University
Ada, OHSkills
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Blueprint analysis
- Analytical thinking
- Project document analysis
Certification
- Blueprint Reading, Construction Exchange of Buffalo & WNY - September 2019
Timeline
Estimator
Kelley Bros
02.2024 - Current
General Manager
716 Garage Door Repair Services, Inc.
02.2022 - 02.2024
Commercial Estimator/Project Manager
Hamburg Overhead Door
07.2018 - 02.2022
Assistant Store Manager
The Trading Company
01.2015 - 09.2016
Dietary Supervisor
Glenwell - DePaul Senior Living
06.2013 - 12.2014
No Degree - Nursing
Erie Community College
No Degree - Nursing
Ohio Northern University