Construction Project
Resume:
Hello,
I am submitting my resume along with a recent projects list for your
consideration regarding a position of Estimator or Senior Estimator with
your company. Please review at your convenience and feel free to contact me
with any questions you may have either by mobile phone 863-***-****), home
phone 863-***-****) or e-mail (*********@***.***).
I feel that once you have reviewed my qualifications, you will see that I
am very capable and will make a positive and immediate contribution to your
estimating department. I will be more than happy to make myself available
for an interview at your convenience.
My reasoning for applying for this position is the company for which I have
worked the past 18 years has closed it's doors after being in the sitework,
underground utility and road building business since 1965. We, as a
company, had made many changes to try to weather the terrible economic
conditions facing the construction industry as a whole. Initially there was
a 10% pay decrease across the board, then there were layoffs, then benefits
were reduced and eventually eliminated completely. Finally, a second pay
decrease of 10% was implemented. Even with these measures, the company was
not able to remain viable and was forced to close.
I believe having been employed by the same company for nearly 18 years,
with over 14 of those years as an Estimator, speaks to my abilities as well
as to my loyalty.
I very much appreciate your taking the time to review the attached
documents. I look forward to talking with you soon.
Regards,
Marty Tuckwiller
James "Marty" Tuckwiller
165 Bergen Circle
Auburndale, FL 33823
863-***-**** cell#
*********@***.***
JAMES TUCKWILLER (Marty)
165 Bergen Circle Auburndale, FL 33823 P: 863-***-****
C: 863-***-**** *********@***.***
I wish to secure the position of Estimator or Senior Estimator
Objective with a Civil / Highway / Site Development Contractor where I
will be allowed to build upon my 15+ years of estimating
experience on civil construction projects while becoming a
valued team member.
Strengths Estimating construction costs based on manpower, equipment,
materials and environmental conditions. Securing bid packages
along with preparation and delivery of proposals. Bid
specifications clarification and interpretation. Contacting
and negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers for various
scopes of work and materials. Ability to visualize alternate
means and methods of construction as a cost savings measure to
both client and company.
Attributes I bring to the table a somewhat unique background having had
the ability to bid in both the public and private markets over
the past several years. I have established and maintained
working relationships with many private sector developers
throughout the Central Florida area as well as having
familiarized myself with the bidding policies and procedures
of many Central Florida Cities and Counties as well as the
Florida Department of Transportation.
Computer AGTEK Earthwork 3-D - AGTEK Materials 3-D - AGTEK Highway
Skills 3-D - AutoCAD - Microsoft Excel - Microsoft Word -
Microsoft Outlook - Adobe Acrobat for On-Screen Takeoffs -
Limited Experience With MicroStation
Experience Senior Estimator
Mid-State Paving Company, Inc., Auburndale, FL
May 2000 - December 2010
My responsibilities included training, assisting and
overseeing the Junior Estimators, research and procurement of
profitable bidding opportunities, attending pre-bid meetings
and site visits, the preparation and submittal of proposals
for complete sitework packages on commercial, public and
private construction projects, perform earthwork, underground
utility, roadway and concrete takeoffs both manually and
electronically, contact subcontractors and suppliers for
pricing and negotiation of services and materials, preparation
and submittal of change orders as well as preparation of MOT
plan drawing submittals for proper agency approvals. Company
forced to close after being in business over 45 years.
Junior Estimator
Mid-State Paving Company, Inc., Auburndale, FL
March 1997 - May 2000
My responsibilities included performing utility and earthwork
takeoffs, contacting subcontractors and suppliers for pricing
of services and materials, attending pre-bid meetings and site
visits as well as assembling proposals for review by the
Senior Estimator. Promoted to Senior Estimator position.
Experience Traffic Control Supervisor
(cont'd) Mid-State Paving Company, Inc., Auburndale, FL
May 1993 - March 1997
My responsibilities included the set up, maintenance and
removal of traffic control devices for ongoing construction
projects, maintaining inventory and service reports and
preparation of MOT plan drawing submittals for proper agency
approvals. Offered and accepted position as Junior Estimator.
Assistant Manager / Installer.
Barricade Services, Inc., Lakeland, FL
September 1991 - May 1993
My responsibilities here included preparing proposals for
projects to various contractors, the set up, maintenance and
removal of traffic control items on construction projects for
various contractors along with soliciting prime contractors to
secure projects to bid. Company closed due to owner's
personal problems.
Installer / Sign Maker / Builder.
Joe's Barricades, Inc., Lakeland, FL
March 1988 - September 1991
My duties here were to set up and remove traffic control
devices on construction projects for various contractors
throughout the State, construct new signs for customer orders
and build barricades for company use as well as sales to
various Cities and Counties. Company closed due to pending
litigation over an in-ground fuel tank leak on the property.
Education and South Point High School, South Point, OH.
Certifications Graduated May, 1974
Marshall University, Huntington, WV
Left school early to move to Florida in 1975
ATSSA Certified Worksite Traffic Supervisor
Certified in 1989 and re-certified every 4 years since.
Current Certificate expires 09/2013.
Traviss Vocational Technical Center, Lakeland, FL
Certified AutoCAD Technician, January 1998.
References Available upon request.
RECENT PROJECTS LIST
Harden Boulevard - Pipkin Road - Old Hwy 37 Intersection Improvements &
Lane Addition
$3.5 Million Project consisted of clearing & grubbing with 40,000 CY of
excavation and embankment, storm pipe up to 48" diameter, 8' x 4' box
culvert, water main relocation, removal of existing asbestos covered
water main, stabilized subgrade, limerock base, asphalt paving, signing
and striping, signalization and addition of center turn lane on Harden
Boulevard. Owner was Polk County BoCC.
FDOT US 27 Lane Additions
$4.1 Million Project consisted of clearing & grubbing of exiting ROW
with 60,000 CY of excavation and embankment, storm pipe up to 66"
diameter, 10' x 4' box culvert, double12' x 8' box culvert, milling
existing asphalt, stabilized subgrade, limerock base, asphalt paving,
signing and striping with addition of 12' lane and 5' paved shoulder to
existing northbound and southbound lanes. Owner was Florida Department
of Transportation.
Ernie Caldwell Boulevard - Pine Tree Trail
$11.1 Million Project consisted of clearing & grubbing of 120+ acres of
virgin land with 160,000 CY of excavation and 200,000 CY of embankment,
storm pipe up to 72" diameter, 7 box culverts of varying sizes,
underground utilities, lighting, wetland mitigation areas, bridge work,
concrete curb, concrete sidewalk, retaining walls, stabilized subgrade,
limerock base, asphalt paving, signing and striping with construction
of new 4-lane divided highway. Owner was Polk County BoCC.
Simmers Young Park & Sports Complex
$7.2 Million Project consisted of clearing & grubbing of 40+ acre site
with 70,000 CY of excavation and embankment, storm pipe up to 60"
diameter, underground utilities, concrete curb, concrete sidewalk,
stabilized subgrade, limerock base, asphalt paving, signing and
striping with construction of an entrance road and parking areas for
softball and soccer fields along with park areas. Prime Contractor was
Rodda Construction.
Water Ridge Phase 1 & 2 - Adams Barn Road Reconstruction
$17.0 Million Project consisted of clearing & grubbing of 200+ acres of
orange grove with 350,000 CY of excavation and embankment, storm pipe
up to 72" diameter, underground utilities, 7 sanitary sewer lift
stations, concrete curb, concrete sidewalk, stabilized subgrade,
limerock base, asphalt paving, signing and striping with the
construction of a 600+ lot single family housing subdivision with major
renovations to Adams Barn Road including round-a-bouts and brick paver
installation. Owner was R.A. Development from North Carolina.
Polk High School BBB Utility Connections
$2.1 Million Project consisted of clearing & grubbing of existing ROW,
installation of sanitary sewer force main, sanitary sewer gravity main and
potable water main through existing neighborhoods to make connections to
existing systems over 2 miles away. Owner was Polk County School Board.
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