Zene Stillar
Kennewick,WA
Summary
Analytical professional known for exceptional problem-solving skills and customer relationship management. Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex projects and deliver precise cost estimates, ensuring alignment with client expectations and project goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Blue Mountain Fire Protection, Inc
Kennewick, Washington
01.2011 - Current
- Guided customers on optimal product and service utilization.
- Coordinated project planning and budgeting to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Developed cost estimates and budgets to align with project goals.
- Worked with technical staff to develop designs or operational plans
- Reviewed design and requirement details for equipment or systems.
- Utilized mathematical skills and understanding of engineering principles to design new products.
- Designed materials for industrial or commercial applications.
Branch Manager
Fire Systems West
Kennewick, Washington
05.2008 - 11.2010
- Led daily operations for fire protection services and equipment distribution.
- Guided team members in resolving problems and addressing customer service issues to enhance service quality.
- Assigned employee duties while ensuring work accuracy, neatness, and timeliness to meet operational standards.
- Assisted other branches during peak periods and special projects.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory requirements to inform strategic decisions.
Branch Manager
Fire Control Sprinkler Systems
Kennewick, Washington
09.2001 - 04.2008
- Directed branch operations, enhancing customer service, managing human resources, and implementing sales and marketing strategies.
- Led daily operations for fire protection services and equipment distribution, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Supported other branches during peak periods and special projects, improving overall operational efficiency.
VP Sales & Engineering
Cascade Fire Protection Co
Pasco, Washington
04.1997 - 08.2001
- Utilized estimation software to generate accurate bid proposals for clients.
- Analyzed blueprints and other documents to prepare time, cost and labor estimates.
- Develops quantity takeoffs from blueprints and drawings using computer-aided design systems or manual calculations.
- Reviewed project specifications to prepare detailed cost estimates for multiple projects.
- Conducted site visits to assess conditions and gather data for estimates.
- Cultivated relationships with subcontractors to enhance project execution and coordination.
- Collaborates with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on estimates.
- Trained junior estimators on best practices and estimation techniques for accuracy.
- Attended pre-bid meetings to clarify project details with prospective clients.
- Evaluated completed projects to identify discrepancies between estimated and actual costs, providing insights for future accuracy.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines and guidelines.
- Provided constructive feedback to junior designers during project reviews.
Senior Estimator
Sentry Automatic Sprinkler Company
Tacoma, Washington
07.1978 - 04.1987
- Created detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects including labor, materials, equipment and subcontractor costs.
- Prepared detailed cost breakdowns for various construction phases.
- Analyzed project plans and specifications for accurate cost estimation.
- Utilized cost estimation software to streamline proposal generation.
- Attended pre-bid meetings with prospective clients to discuss project objectives and expectations.
- Analyzed bid results to identify discrepancies in bids submitted by subcontractors and suppliers.
- Provided technical advice regarding design elements that may affect cost estimations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Mechanics
Seattle University
Seattle, WA06-1980
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Mechanics
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA06-1977
Skills
- Cost estimation techniques
- Design engineering
- Technical specification analysis
- Budget development
- Project management
- Regulatory compliance
- Strategic planning
- Sales strategy
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving
- Training and mentoring
Certification
- NICET Level IV Fire Sprinkler Systems Design, Issued June 1983
Timeline
President
Blue Mountain Fire Protection, Inc
01.2011 - Current
Branch Manager
Fire Systems West
05.2008 - 11.2010
Branch Manager
Fire Control Sprinkler Systems
09.2001 - 04.2008
VP Sales & Engineering
Cascade Fire Protection Co
04.1997 - 08.2001
Senior Estimator
Sentry Automatic Sprinkler Company
07.1978 - 04.1987
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Mechanics
Seattle University
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Mechanics
Spokane Community College