Lutz, Fl *****
***********@*****.***
markallenblackburn@gm
ail.com
Mark Allen Blackburn
Objective To become a part of a progressive organization where
I will able to apply my knowledge and experience, as
well as contribute to the growth and success of the
firm.
Experience
April 21, 2013-Present Florida Drywall, Inc Odessa
FL
December 2003-12/31/12 Salvador Construction, Inc.
Kissimmee, FL
Project Manager/Estimator
Develop estimating standards for company such as
Drywall, EIFS, Metal Stud, Insulation, Plastering
and Stucco. Verify and prepare all Bids.
Experience in quantity take offs and estimating
major Divisions (5, 7, 9).
Experience with estimating software like Master
Builder On Screen Takeoff, Timberline and excel.
Experience in design/build or negotiated project
bidding
Visit jobsites as required to review progress and
troubleshoot problems.
Prepare estimates for conversion and renovation of
existing building through site survey and pricing of
detailed scope of work.
Manage and reconcile project budgets during the
construction phase as design progresses with
appropriate detail level estimates through
feasibility, design development and construction
documents.
Assist Superintendent in analyzing bids for scope,
drawing, specification and contract compliance.
Preparation of estimates for external peer review.
Obtain records to assist in the preparation of
future cost estimates.
March 1997-March 2003 Preferred Inspection Service,
Inc
Preferred Plaster, Inc
Peoria Stucco, Inc. Peoria, IL
Owner
Background as an employee and Owner of a
Drywall/EIFS contractor.
Developed training programs for existing and new
distributors to educate staff in customer service,
project tracking, quality control, architectural
presentations, applicator training, and project
inspection.
Located and trained new distributors and new direct
sales representatives in open and non-productive
areas.
Installed EIFS system, trained new employees and
solved numerous job related problems. Organized
material and labor use and coordinated activities
with project supervisors to reduce time loss and
increase productivity.
Preparation of estimates for external peer review.
Obtain records to assist in the preparation of
future cost estimates.
Check estimates submitted by outside owners,
consultants and contractors for accuracy in
quantities and pricing.
Prepare statistical and other historical cost data
on projects and preparation of final detail budget
estimates for use during construction.
1991-1997 Prairie Construction Company
Peoria, IL
Estimator
Visit jobsites as required to review progress and
troubleshoot problems.
Estimated commercial projects allocate men/material
and ran work to completion.
Education 1989-1991 Bradley University Peoria, IL
Construction Management
Skills Computer Literate:
Proficiently able to use On Screen Takeoff, Plan
Swift, Timberline Estimating Software, Master
Builder, Excel, Word, and Outlook.