ABDALLAH M. VWICH
*** ***** **** *****, ******** Park, NJ 07508 C: 973-***-****
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Summary
Meticulous Cost Estimator adept at identifying and tracking costs to ensure an optimal allocation of business resources. Committed to providing accurate cost projections and communicating with all relevant parties to verify costs and make adjustments as necessary. Specialize in presenting detailed accurate cost estimates.
Highlights
Proficient in Xactimate
Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools
Project management
Budgeting and budget resource allocation
Presentational
Coordination expertise
Analytical
Interpersonal communication
Business acumen
Customer acquisition
Experience
Cost Estimator 04/2008 to Present
ServiceMaster Cranford, NJ
Traveled to jobsites to gather information on materials needed, labor required and other factors. Compiled and analyzed preliminary plans, blueprints and drawings from restoration technicians and contractors to help determine the various costs involved with an assigned project. Effectively performed detailed quantity takeoffs, bill of quantities and cost estimates of materials, the costs of labor and other expenses. Established and maintained relationships with clients, contractors insurance agents and claims adjusters and performed as a key liaison for project management for assigned projects.
Key Achievements:
Increased clientele 100% by creating and implementing strategic advertising campaigns, including direct mail programs and yard sign advertisements.
Consistently outperformed employer’s goals for the markets.
Mediated with contractors to consistently win key client bids successfully.
Restoration Technician 07/2006 to 04/2008
ServiceMaster Cranford, NJ
Ensured the maintenance of equipment and vehicles as well as the warehouse. Responsible for handling any water, fire and smoke damage mitigations on site as needed. Protected workers from water, fire and smoke damage hazards. Supervised finished restoration and ensured conformity with established standards. Reported all work to cost estimator and supervisor.
Quality Control 09/2005 to 06/2006
Nexus Plastics, Inc. Hawthorne, NJ
Used a standardized system of measurement to analyze company products and output. Inspected all products for defective parts, or details of substandard quality. Oversaw daily work procedures to ensure that all processes are in compliance with company codes and legal standards. Ensured that all safety procedures are followed during production. Wrote up reports detailing the process of quality control and results of product inspection and devised ways to improve products standards efficiently.
Key Achievements:
Personally managed production activities to guarantee orders were shipped on-time.
Contributed to an increase in productivity through improvements in operations, quality, safety and administration.
Machine Operator 07/2002 to 09/2005
Nexus Plastics, Inc. Hawthorne, NJ
Safely operated a wide range of machinery and packaging equipment. Maintained a neat, clean and organized work area. Kept equipment running smoothly with routine maintenance. Followed all company standard operation procedures and safety guidelines. Assisted nearby employees as needed to maintain optimal product flow and spirit of collaboration.
Education
Certificate of Completion: Property, Casualty, Life and Health Insurance 2015
Kaplan University Financial Education Online
Received 80 credits
Bachelor of Science: International Business 2010
Berkeley College Woodland Park, NJ
GPA: 3.5
Dean’s list on February 2009, November 2009, and May 2008
President's List on October 2008
Certifications
Certified in property, casualty, life and health insurance
References
Provided upon request