CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATOR

**+ years experience

C O R E P R O F E S S I O N A L S T R E N G T H S

Prepare preliminary estimates for planning purposes and detailed itemized estimates based on final plans and specifications. Work from plans and specifications, sketches or written instructions. Prepare quantity surveys and detailed lists of materials to be used and analyses of work in progress. Estimating costs to include manpower, productivity, materials, equipment and subcontractors Clarifying and interpreting bids, prepares quantity surveys and detailed take-offs Interpret scope of work Conduct construction operational reviews to implement maximum cost effective means and methods. Ensure and monitor Field Superintendents awareness of construction operations and planning. Ensuring compliance with blueprints and specifications and change order management. Maintain cost records, gather data, and prepare statistics on construction costs. Developing and maintaining good customer relations.

P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E.

Considerable knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of estimating material and labor cost. Using the current costs of materials used in constructing building projects, current prevailing wages and construction practices and terminology, budgetary control and accounting principles. All of this has lead to millions of dollars of procured contracts.

Ability to work from plans and specifications and estimate quantities of materials required and amount of labor necessary to perform the work involved. Analyze situations accurately and develop effective courses of action. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, express ideas and information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Operate personal computers and utilize software relevant to the cost estimation process. I have worked in various positions while with THE HOUSING AUTHOITY CITY OF LOS ANGELES, OPERATIONS PLANNER, PROJECT MANAGER, CONSTRUCTION COORDINATOR, CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATOR, FINALLY PURCHASING AGENT, AND ACCOUNT PAYABLES.

EDUCATION

A.A. Metallurgy. THORNTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE Thornton Illinois (1972)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Computer Skills/specialized software training

Lotus 123

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

Power Point

MS Project

Primavera Project Planner

Primavera Planning and Scheduling

Primavera Advanced Planning and Scheduling

Computer EZE

ORACLE Database

Pro Est

Win Est

Walkers Builders Estimators reference book

R.S. Means

Anning Johnson Estimating Classes

Simpson Strong Tie Seminar and Learning Center

LORMAN EDUCATION SEMINARS

VARIOUS AIA CONTRACTS DOCUMENTS

CONSTRUCTION LIEN LAW

UNDERSTANDING THE CONSTRUCTION BIDDING PROCESS

MANAGING CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

CONSTRUCTION INSURANCE AND BONDING

PAYROLL FUNDAMENTALS

FOREIGN LANGUAGES: Bilingual English/Spanish

Over the years attended various construction product seminars, clinics and trade shows. Which include Mechanical systems, Electrical Systems, Asbestos Abatement?

Hardware Systems, etc etc.

RODNEY LOPEZ

1312 S Petal Pl Anaheim, Ca 92805

714-***-**** v81p4w@r.postjobfree.com

Construction Tools & Equipment I am certified to operate

Forklift

Pot Sand Blaster along with pump.

125 CFM LeRoy,tow behind Air Compressor (with various tools)

Stump Grinder

Concrete Mixer

Graco 399 Texture Spray gun

Plaster spray

Graco Bull Dog

Graco President

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

AS NEEDED ESTIMATING

Disney Studios Construction Estimator Contract

Anaheim, Ca

Premier West Construction Estimator Contract

Los Angeles

Stolo Cabinets Construction Estimator Contract

Brea

Gutter One Construction Estimator Contract

Canoga Park

FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT

Neil Edwards Construction Construction Estimator 2010- 2011

Walnut St

Monrovia, 91016

FEI Enterprises Construction Estimator 2007 – 2010

5749 Venice Blvd

Los Angeles

Key Construction Construction Company 2006 – 2006

Ontario, Ca

Housing Authority Los Angeles Construction Estimator 2001 - 2006

2500 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles, Ca 90057

Exterior Services Construction Estimator 1995 - 2001

Azusa, Ca

Interior Builders Construction Estimator 1981 - 1985

Walnut, Ca

Integrated Interiors Construction Estimator

Walnut Ca 1981 - 1985

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