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Estimator - Project Manager - Superintendent - Construction Manager

Having completed a vast array of projects on many different levels: underground
utilities, churches, public schools, universities, hospitals, apartment
complexes, office buildings, pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, local
government buildings, correctional facilities, and military building projects;
there is the continued passion for building construction projects and building
long-lasting business relationships. Looking to add exciting professional
experiences while drawing on the knowledge gained from the past.

Loved the fast-paced action of being a field superintendent but also thrives on
the constant change involved with being an estimator and project manager. The
construction industry has so many variables and so much to offer.

Attributes:
Instructive - Patient - Calm
Team Oriented and an Independent Worker
Confident

WORK EXPERIENCE

Sr. Project Estimator/Project Manager
January 2008 - present
Bloomington, IN
 * Handle the execution of the jobs from start to finish.
 * Maintain strong relationship with our company's current clients through
on-going maintenance and new projects.
 * Develop new potential clients through networking relationships.
 * Responsible for quantity take-off and input into Touchdown estimating
software.
 * Perform quantity take-offs by "hand".
 * Analyze self-performed work for appropriate man-hours, equipment, and
material needed.
 * Responsible for solicitation of subcontractor and supplier bids.
 * Complete project scope for quote, bid, and negotiations on bid day.
 * Transition from bid to construction on projects that are awarded; meeting
with superintendent and foremen to assist with job set up.
 * Responsible for project management on projects successfully bid and awarded.
This to include contracts, billings, submittals, project financial overview and
review, budget updates, scheduling, submittals, O&M and close-out documents,
etc.
 * Meeting with General Contractors, Owners, Architects to facilitate project
progress.
 * Price and process changes to on-going projects, along with RFI submissions.

Project Estimator
November 2005 - January 2008
Bloomington, IN
 * Responsible for quantity take-off and input into ICE/MC2 estimating software.
Perform quantity take-offs both by "hand" and by digitizer of self-perform and
subcontracted work. (Digitizer software - MC2 Digiticer and Timberline Cut/Fill)
 * Analyze self-performed work for appropriate crew size, equipment, and
material needed (concrete, carpentry, earthwork, utilities).
 * Responsible for solicitation of subcontractor and supplier bids.
 * Complete bid on bid day.
 * Prepare budget estimates for design-build endeavors and see project through
until construction begins. Along with assisting designers with cost effective
alternatives for "value engineering" a budget.
 * Develop proposals for military projects, including price, technical, and
design submittals. Worked closely with architect in our design team to complete
design as per government specifications and requirements.
 * Set up initial project schedule - pre-bid.
 * Transition from bid to construction on projects that are awarded, from
meeting with superintendents to assist with job set up and kick-off through
contract buy-out process.
 * Completed ICE MC2 Basic Training, Administrator Training, Toolkits Training,
and Wizards Training (Certifications provided by MC2).
 * MC2 Network Administrator - July 2005 - January 2008
 * Completed company specific user manual for MC2.

Assistant to Project Manager
December 2005 - June 2007
Bloomington, IN

 * Performed project management duties while under the supervision of a Project
Manager.
 * Created project budgets and completed contract buy out.
 * Development of owner/contractor/subcontractor contracts.
 * Write purchase orders for contract services and materials.
 * Work closely with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and
on-site supervision for the duration of construction of the project from design
issues and design changes to field installations.
 * Monitor on-site overall project quality and conformance to project documents
and building codes.
 * Create and monitor project schedules, project budget, and project cost
forecasts.
 * Process all changes to the contract (PRs, ASIs, RFIs, etc.).
 * Facilitate Owner/Architect/Contractor progress meetings along with contractor
coordination meetings.

Project Superintendent
May 2003 - December 2005
Bloomington, IN

 * Support company equal employment opportunity and affirmative action plans.
 * Conduct safety meetings as required; establish and maintain safety awareness
on the jobsite, to include subcontractors and suppliers.
 * Plan and supervise subcontractor activities. Hold weekly coordination
meetings. Assist in resolving subcontractor issues.
 * Effectively communicate and interact with architect, owner, union
representatives, subcontractors, building inspectors, and general public.
 * Track costs and subcontractors' costs to ensure accurate budget reports and
accruals.
 * Monitor budget reports for potential problem areas and track unit costs for
work performed.
 * Apply approved budget to determine manpower, equipment, and method of
construction.
 * Prepare and communicate Short Interval Schedule. Schedule materials and
subcontractors appropriately. Look ahead for potential problems in design,
schedule, and budget.
 * Order and procure materials.
 * Accurately prepare daily reports, unit reports, accident reports, safety
report/checklist, photos, and purchase orders, time sheets, and
receipts/invoices, quantities of work in place, as-builts and phone logs.
 * Prepare and procure punch lists.
 * Provide clean instruction in project objectives. Develop cooperation and team
work through use of sound supervisory practices.
 * Enforce company standards of quality. Monitor all on-going work and ensure
that all meets building code and project specifications. This includes,
inspecting and monitoring subcontractor work. Identify potential problems early
and makes corrections as required.
 * Understand material and storage requirements and costs. Conserve materials
and avoid waste.
 * Set performance goals for employees. Evaluate work of employees. Be effective
in training, instructing, and correcting performance deficiencies. Delegate
responsibilities.
 * Initiate, monitor, and maintain scheduling tools as required for productive
work. Assist project engineer in scheduling.
 * Schedule regular maintenance on jobsite equipment.
 * Estimate quantities of labor, material, and equipment required to complete
entire scope of potential change orders. Solicit pricing from subcontractors.
Submit pricing on potential change orders to project manager for review.
 * Manage 80+ construction personnel on two simultaneous projects.

Project Engineer
May 2000 - May 2003
Bloomington, IN

 * Review and approve shop drawings and product data submittals as per job
specifications.
 * Create and track all major materials, products, and quantities using target
delivery dates and actual delivery dates through a Procurement Log.
 * Interpret design/drawings for crafts installing material.
 * Work closely and professionally with owners, architects, engineers,
subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel.
 * Building, maintaining, and updated schedules (SureTrak).
 * Verify all completed work complies with applicable codes, drawings, and
specifications.
 * Prepare and disseminate required documentation records such as status
reports, meeting minutes, punch lists, requires for information, and material
requirement calculations to supervisor and subcontractors.
 * Update contract documents as required by RFI responses, project design
changes, change orders, Architectural Supplemental Instructions, and as-built
conditions.
 * Coordinate multi-phased projects.
 * Prepare, estimate, and negotiate Change Order Requests.
 * Software Administrator & Trainer - Meridian's Prolog Project Manager
 * On-site problem solving.
 * Coordinate different trades' work.
 * Track job progress through photo documentation, Daily Reports, and Short
Interval Schedules.

EDUCATION

Some College Coursework Completed
8/2006 - 12/2006
 * Indiana State University | Terre Haute, IN
 * Started Graduate Certificate Program in Public Administration. Credits earned
in the certificate program transfer into the Masters program. I plan on
continuing classes as time allows.

Bachelor's Degree
8/1997 - 5/2000
 * Indiana State University | Terre Haute, IN
 * B.S. in Construction Technology
 * Minor: Architectural Drafting
 * Cumulative GPA: 3.96 (4.0 Scale)
 * Major GPA: 4.0 (4.0 Scale)
 * Graduated Magna Cum Laude

Some College Coursework Completed,
8/1995 - 5/1997
 * Purdue University Calumet | Hammond, IN
 * Started in a dual-credit program as a senior in high school
 * Major: Architectural and Construction Technology
 * Transferred to Indiana State University program
 * High School or equivalent,

High School Honors Diploma
8/1992 - 6/1996
 * Hanover Central High School | Cedar Lake, IN
 * GPA 4.0 (4.0 Scale)

CERTIFICATION
 * Associate Constructor - May 2000 - AIC

SKILLS

 * SureTrak scheduling software
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 * Microsoft Office
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 * ICE/MC2 Estimating Software
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 * Touchdown Estimating Software
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 * Timberline Estimating Software
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 * Meridian Prolog Project Manager Software

LANGUAGES
 * English

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS / AFFILIATIONS
 * American Institute of Constructors - Associate Constructor Certification -
Passed Exam - Certification Granted - 2000
 * OSHA - Completed 10 hour course - 1999, 2002