Timothy Blevins
Holly Springs,NC
Summary
Accomplished Pre-Construction Specialist/Estimator with a proven track record at Brock Contract Services, renowned for delivering accurate estimates and fostering client trust. Expert in Measure Square, Callidus, and project management, I significantly contributed to project efficiency and profitability. My mentoring of junior estimators enhanced team effectiveness, embodying a blend of technical proficiency and leadership.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Construction Specialist/Estimator
Brock Contract Services
05.2012 - Current
- Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
- Collected Special Requirements from Front End Documents such as Fines, Liquidated Damages, Bonds Required, Composite Clean-Up, Moisture Mitigation and others.
- Captured necessary field testing and document requirements for completion of projects.
- Assisted owners and project manager in budgeting, bidding and award of subcontractors.
- Complied with safety protocols in plan coordination, eliminating potential risks.
- Identified and reviewed proposed change order requests.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Trained junior and new estimators in Use of Estimating programs and Front End documents for proper and thorough estimates.
- Developed a third party estimation service for much the U.S. and some in other parts of the world.
Estimator
Storr Office Supplies
03.2006 - 05.2012
- Established a reputation for delivering reliable and accurate estimates, resulting in increased client trust and repeat business opportunities.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Calculated labor hours accurately based on trade-specific productivity rates, leading to more realistic project timelines and work plans.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Presented comprehensive bid proposals to clients, showcasing a clear understanding of their requirements and expectations.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
- Increased project accuracy by diligently reviewing specifications, drawings, and other documentation.
Estimator
Bonitz Flooring Group
06.1998 - 03.2006
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Established a reputation for delivering reliable and accurate estimates, resulting in increased client trust and repeat business opportunities.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Presented comprehensive bid proposals to clients, showcasing a clear understanding of their requirements and expectations.
- Increased project accuracy by diligently reviewing specifications, drawings, and other documentation.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure accurate scheduling and resource allocation, improving overall project efficiency.
- Mentored junior estimators in company processes and best practices, increasing the team''s overall effectiveness.
- Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
- Contributed to company success by consistently meeting or exceeding target profit margins on awarded projects.
Estimator for Lowes Flooring
Self-Employed
02.1987 - 11.1998
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Established a reputation for delivering reliable and accurate estimates, resulting in increased client trust and repeat business opportunities.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Calculated labor hours accurately based on trade-specific productivity rates, leading to more realistic project timelines and work plans.
Education
M.Div. - Divinity
Duke Divinity School
Durham, NC06-1994
Ph.D. - Microbiolgy
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC06-1988
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC12-1984
Skills
- Proficient in Measure Square, Callidus, Hand Take Offs Building an Accurate and Fast Estimate of Costs, and potential issues with Estimates of Commericial Flooring, Epoxy, Raised Access, Concrete Finishing, Ceilings, and Floor Prep/Moisute Mitigations
- Estimation of Control Joints and Expansion Joints
- Project Management, BIM Modeling, SOV, Payment Requests, and Customer Relationships
- Proficient in use of FTP sites for Construction Bids and Document Handling
- Reviewing and correcting other Take Offs from outside agencies
- Presentations of Estimation and Cost analysis of projects
Accomplishments
I have traveled and lived in Latin America. I speak Spanish. I was the laison for the Bishop of NC Conference to the Methodist Church of Peru. Lived in Peru for 7 months. Translated for the Bishop of Peru to the NC Conference convention.
I have estimated and contracted projects in excess of 6 million dollars,
I have worked and estimated more than 30 project per week.
I have traveled to many Mills and Product Producing companies.
I have attended many extensive training sessions for my field.
Worked at Burroughs Wellcome in Research.
Challenged the Master's Program at NCSU and went straight to Phd program.
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
- OSHA Certified
- NC Driver's License
- Flooring Certified
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Pre-Construction Specialist/Estimator
Brock Contract Services
05.2012 - Current
Estimator
Storr Office Supplies
03.2006 - 05.2012
Estimator
Bonitz Flooring Group
06.1998 - 03.2006
Estimator for Lowes Flooring
Self-Employed
02.1987 - 11.1998
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
- OSHA Certified
- NC Driver's License
- Flooring Certified
M.Div. - Divinity
Duke Divinity School
Ph.D. - Microbiolgy
North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
North Carolina State University
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