Paul C. Luby
Cincinnati, Ohio ****.****@*****.***
513-***-**** LinkedIn Profile
Construction Estimator / Construction Manager
Self-motivated, ethical, results-oriented construction professional and the calm in the storm. Takes initiative and responsibility for managing a scope of work. Well versed in contract negotiations, project planning, estimating and critical path scheduling. Each job is approached with consistency and established standards to improve daily performance. Excellent organization and attention to detail with a high commitment to quality. SERVICE STRENGTHS AND SOFTWARE SKILLS
● Vendor Management: possess strong verbal and written communications skills and problem-solving.
● Client Services: effective at working collaboratively across backgrounds and disciplines.
● Team Building Coach and Leadership: expertise in construction methods, materials and equipment.
● Environmental and Roofing Expert: including lead, asbestos and mold.
● LinkedIn Learning: multiple courses, from diversity management to Chinese drywall.
● MS&B Integri-Claim Estimating Software.
● Xactimate Estimating Software.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Galway Bay Workshop, LLC, Cincinnati, Ohio
Owner / Operator March 2001 – Present
Executes the project workflow for contracting, estimating, adjusting, inspections, assessments, sampling, scheduling, purchasing, contract solicitation and administration, training, data management report preparation and submission.
RESULTS:
Evaluations include estimates for Insurance Claim Adjustments and Appraisals, Lead Paint Inspections and FEMA Disaster Inspections.
SFR3 Fund, LLC
Subject Matter Expert (ACE) / Compliance Manager February 2022 – June 2023
Managed the processes of addressing building code violations for large property renovation and rental fund.
Established relationships with code compliance officers and departments.
Negotiated and paid fines and liens, and registrations.
Managed relationships with outside counsel in court cases
Evaluated Scopes of work for properties as we evaluated them to purchase or not, and to rehab for rental or sale. RESULTS:
Consistently exceeded goals for resolving and closing violations.
Negotiated reduced fines and arranged for payments/settlements.
Settled liens filed against the fund.
Consistently achieved 100% compliance with all deadline expectations. Zillow Homes, Inc. Cincinnati, Ohio
Renovation Scope Evaluator and Estimator February 2020 – January 2022
Assessed property evaluations for purchasing consideration.
Established evaluation standards and educated the entire team on the procedures.
Coached estimator team members via weekly calls providing feedback and guidance.
Acted as an internal liaison with the pricing and buying teams.
Evaluated properties to determine essential requirements necessary for resale investments.
Performed photographic documentation of the conditions and issues of the buildings, examinations of all systems; foundation, structural, plumbing, HVAC, roofing and finishes. RESULTS:
Improved communication and process flow within the buying team.
Coaching resulted in valuable data reports for improved planning.
Provided regular updates and led weekly reviews which increased standards and tackled problems.
Consistently achieved 100% compliance with all deadline expectations.
Recipient of The Core Value Award for Teamwork for 2020. Deer Park Roofing, Cincinnati, Ohio
Estimator/Project Manager February 2013 – July 2017
Conducted sales and estimating for regional commercial and residential building contractors, specializing in roofing, siding, gutters and insulation.
Took initiative to revamp display for Home and Garden Show booth and interactive demonstrations. RESULTS:
Consistently maintained high level sales goals, closing percentages and profit margins.
Led siding department to increased sales and profitability. ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Drug Study Coordinator: University of Cincinnati: childhood lead poisoning.
Environmental Services Contractor: team management and development.
Staff Coach and Instructor: asbestos and lead abatement trainer, nationwide-wide.
Construction and Renovation Contractor: self-led and accomplished multiple homes.
Structure Evaluator: climbed and evaluated over 10K roofs and structures. EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
University of Cincinnati, Engineering
University of Akron, Liberal Arts
Property Insurance Adjuster Practices and Policy/Coverage
Haag Roofing Courses
Lead Abatement Project Supervision, Lead Risk Assessment, Asbestos Course Instruction, Asbestos Abatement Project Supervision, Asbestos Hazard Abatement Specialist, Asbestos Hazard Evaluation Specialist, Asbestos Hazard Abatement Project Designer, Environmental Information Association Field Instructor, Management Planning, Building Inspection, NIOSH 582 (sample analysis), Quantitative Fit Testing, Estimating, IBM