Senior Estimator, Project Manager, Operations Manager

Location:

Downingtown, PA, 19335

Salary:

$100,000 to 115,000

Posted:

January 14, 2017

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Charles M. Cantley

*** *********’s Cove Lane

Downingtown, PA 19335

484-***-****

****.*******@*****.***

Career Objective

Effectively translate and leverage my skills obtained over 14 years of professional experience in site, commercial and residential construction to earn a position of Senior Estimator.

Summary of Qualifications

Over 9 years of experience as an estimator, responsible for development and delivery of all aspects of project proposals

Proven record of preparing comprehensive site development proposals for residential, commercial, dedication and industrial projects

Consistent delivery of over 100 million dollars of competitive site work bids annually

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client and vendor relationships, as well as foster a collaborative and positive team dynamic with internal teams

Over 14 years of construction experience, including extensive experience in the field as an operator and foreman

Professional Skills

Proficient in reading, interpreting and comprehending engineering specifications, process design drawings, and contracts

Value engineering and land planning

Expert in ProContractor, On Screen Takeoff, AGTEK, Materials 3D, HCSS, Bid2Win,Viewpoint, Autodesk, Excel and Microsoft Office for project management

Expertise in multi-project management

Client/vendor relationship development

Consistent, timely execution of competitive site-work bid proposals including, but not limited to:

oDemolition/clearing

oErosion control

oStandard earthwork

oSubsurface utility installation (sanitary, storm sewer and water)

oConcrete, curbs and flatwork

oPaving, retaining walls, landscaping and hardscaping

PA Class B CDL License

Work Experience

WARFEL CONSTRUCTION INC, Senior Estimator, 6/14 to 6/16

Further developed estimating experience to include institutional, senior care, healthcare and commercial projects with a focus on conceptual estimating, design build, pre-construction services and competitive bidding

Lead full team as bid caption, managing all 16 divisions of construction with my primary areas of focus on site work, concrete, masonry and structural steel; responsible and accountable for overall review and approval of remaining 12 functional areas to compile and submit final bid

BRUBACHER EXCAVATING, INC. Estimator, 5/13 to 6/14

Advanced and refined existing estimating skills through functioning as a senior member of the estimating team, delivering against all aspects of the job description with focus on management of team dynamics and client satisfaction:

oResponsible for management of internal team and external vendor relationships to ensure accurate development and timely submission of project estimates to meet the needs of my clients

oResponsible for facilitation of a productive team dynamic between project managers and field supervisors to ensure work is done on time and within budget – minimizing client frustration & maximizing company profitability

oLeverage expertise in the construction field to effectively negotiate with vendors and subcontractors, resulting in the best pricing for the client

Supervision of take-off technicians, including review of all takeoff documentation to ensure accuracy against plans and specifications

Lead dedication estimator, with responsibilities that include:

oCreation of final project punch lists in partnership with the project owner and engineer

oDevelopment of accurate and timely estimates based on final punch lists within aggressive timelines

TECHNIVATE, INC. Operations Manager, 1/13 to 4/13

Operations

oResponsible for daily management and monitoring of all active job costs to ensure profitability; effectively communicate this information in a timely manner to general manger, superintendents, project managers & foremen

oEstablish best practices designed to assist in improving processes and policies in support of organization goals; Confirm contracts are in place for subcontractors and suppliers

oPresent reports defining project progress, problems and solutions

Project Management

oManage project budget and resources to meet project timeline and revenue goals; track project deliverables for accuracy

oProvide direction and support to project team to ensure project is run effectively and efficiently

oConstantly monitor and report on progress of the projects; review for quality assurance

Business Development

oPlan and support sales and marketing activities; manage customer support

oAssist senior management in the development of strategic plans for operational activity; lead in the Implementation and management of operational plans

oLeverage network of industry contacts and relationships to continually identify new business opportunities; foster new relationships among general contractors, land owners, engineers, land planners and materials suppliers as a means of identifying new business opportunities

Estimator

oPerform traditional estimator responsibilities associated with residential and commercial construction, including site and utility work e.g., sanitary, storm, water and waste water treatment plants & road construction

HAINES & KIBBLEHOUSE, INC. Estimator & Project Manager, 4/10 to 1/13

Gathering of all data required in the preparation of lump sum, unit rate and cost plus detailed estimates

Conceptual estimating, cost analysis, and estimate coordination, including the following tasks:

oreview and development of material takeoffs

oevaluation of construction labor rates

oevaluation of subcontract cost estimates and proposals

operform productivity analysis of cost estimates, prepare contingency, escalation, and reconciliation's for estimates

operform comparisons of scope, quantities and cost data between projects

oprepare management presentations and develop an estimate basis

oreview of process designs and engineering specifications for cost effectiveness and suggestions for alternatives where applicable

ocoordination of team activities, project cost estimate review meetings, and interface with executive management.

TOTAL SITE DEVELOPMENT, INC. Estimator, 9/06 to 4/10

Responsible for review and analysis of all bid invitations

Primary point of contact between the company and general contracts, engineers and vendors.

Preparation and execution of all take-off, Materials 3D, AGTEK, delivery of materials for vendor pricing, bid breakdown and bid total

Management of internal resources to ensure on-time delivery of bids

Ongoing bid follow-up

Preparation an set-up of phase coding

Ongoing identification of new projects.

TOTAL SITE DEVELOPMENT, INC. (Exton, PA) Heavy Equipment Operator & Site Foreman, 9/04 to 9/06

Responsible for designated residential and commercial site work

Assist the site foreman in giving direction to assigned crews

Additional duties include, but are not limited to:

oLarge scale pipe work

oGrading and construction of curbing, blacktop, sidewalks, driveways, roadways and retaining walls

oDigging footers

oOperating pan excavators, back-hoes, front-end loaders, track-loaders and blades such as D5 – D9

RON SMITH EXCAVATION AND CRANE SERVICES, INC. Heavy Equipment Operator & Foreman, 4/04 – 9/04\

In charge of both operation and labor crews

Oversee the development of residential excavation projects

Operate back-hoes, track-hoes, bulldozers to assist designated crews

H&R LANDSCAPING Foremen, 6/02 to 4/04

Work on large-scale residential and commercial properties

Hardscaping, lighting and irrigation

Operating heavy equipment

Oversee assigned crews for designated projects

Assist with commercial property snow removal

J. FRANKLIN STYERS NURSERIES Foreman, 4/01 to 6/02

Supervise crews

Responsible for large-scale landscaping and hardscaping projects for both commercial and residential clients

Assist with irrigation, lighting, stonework/,masonry projects for local contractors

Respond to direct inquired form customers on site regarding blueprint details, overall aesthetic

Operate heavy machinery

Other Work Experience

LIONVILLE FIRE COMPANY – STATION 47 – Volunteer Firefighter, February 2015 – Present

WESTTOWN TOWNSHIP, ROADS AND PARKS DEPARTMENT Snow Plow Operator, 11/06 to Present

Operate a CDL township vehicle during snow and ice events

EDGEMONT FIRE COMPANY – STATION 64 Volunteer Firefighter, 1995 to 2004

Began work as a Junior Firefighter was promoted first to senior firefighter before becoming Chief Engineer. Certified in various positions including First Responder, HAZMAT, Pump Operator, Strategies and Tactics and Vehicle Rescue.

Professional Associations & Recognition

Leadership & Management certification, Penn State Abington

Member of the Delaware Contractors Association

Recipient of the Construction Estimating Institute’s Certificate of Achievement for Estimating Site Work Construction

Education

TEMPLE UNIVERSITY (Ambler, PA) Studied Landscape Architecture & Horticulture, 1999-2001

Professional References

Kenny Kibblehouse

Owner

Haines & Kibblehouse, Inc.

2052 Lucon Road

P.O. Box 196