RANA ALYAS

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C O S T E S T I M A T O R

Professional within the engineering/construction field with experience with all facets of project coordination from estimation to completion. Ability to conceptualize the big picture and minute details with an expertise in scheduling and follow up. Work with minimal supervision, known as a highly responsible and reliable worker. RELEVANT TALENTS

Budgeting Mathematics Organization Communication

Computer & Technical Customer Relations Negotiation Scheduling Leadership Self-Taught Highly Analytical Accuracy & Attention to detail Reading Blueprints Time Management Administrative Support Deadline Driven C O M P U T E R S K I L L S

Primavera Contactor, version 6.1. On-Screen Takeoff estimation program Microsoft Project 2007 Microsoft Office Tradesman software masonry Auto-CAD Bluebeam Estimation Sage contractor SAP

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

Project Estimator Z-Modular/ Zekelman Industry, Troy, MI Nov 2018- Sep 2020

• Prepare cost estimate for Steel Modular Building including but not limited to hospitality, apartments, industrial and commercial buildings

• Conceptual estimate to design development and construction drawings estimate for different projects

• Read and understand the blue print for the project and dissect the scope of work for each master format division to prepare a quantity take off per the plan and pricing the material according to the specification set in contract document, including calculation of steel tonnage, exterior finish and HVAC systems.

• Obtain bids from subcontractors and suppliers

• Demonstrate fully understanding of general condition of the project to include it in the bid of the project

• Material prices and labor price analyses for each type of jobs

• Prepare bid proposal and bid the job

• Assist in buyout and submittal process

Project Estimator EJH Construction, Farmington Hills, MI Jul 2016-Sep 2018

• Read bid document and blue print to prepare cost estimate for the project for different type of buildings including a new construction or renovation of interior and exterior elements of the building

• Estimate the amount and type of material needed to complete the construction job and check the compatibility against our subcontractor bids/suppliers and decide which subcontractor will use per each cost code line item

• Calculates the general condition of the construction project and analyze the impact of the time line and items needed for each project individually including but not limited to the project labor, procurement, change order

• Interact with client and architect by sending Request for information-RFI to clarify construction documents

• Bluebeam estimation software and excel sheets to calculate the project requirement and submit proposal for items and activities included in the bid

• Make sure that all cost estimate submitted by the contractor are as accurate as possible

• Maintain constant contact with site managers and engineers to evaluate the existing conditions of the project that have an impact on the project estimate.

• Track all cost from inception of project to its completion and document it for historical data and lesson learned for future reference.

• Assist project manager for procurement process and buyout Project Estimator D’Aloisio Construction & Masonry, Inc., Farmington Hills, MI Jul 2012-Jul 2015

• Prepared portion of contract proposal estimate including the determination of applicable project plans and specifications

• Interpreted design/Drawings and specifications

• Coordinated and negotiated suppliers’ prices

• Tracked historical data and priced updates

• Used Tradesman software for preparing cost estimate and quantities

• Provided value engineering services on project designs to bring project within owner’s financial limitations

• Interfaced externally with architect/engineer and contractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility

• Knowledgeable of contracting insurance and bonding

• Compared monthly actuals and adjusted projection based on actual cost

• Managed cost of materials, overhead and job profitability

• Managed contracts with subcontractors and suppliers, testing, general contractors and design professionals Some Projects Managed:

º Inkster Justice Center/Inkster with Boji Development º Oak Wood South Shore MRI Addition/Trenton with Kasco Construction º International Door Relocation /Canton with Walbridge º Woodward Willis/Detroit with The Monahan Company º Westland Fire Station /Westland with J.S Vig Construction Company º Costco Gas Station/ Bloomfield Hills with Jackson Dean º Dual Brand AC-RI Fremod, CA

º Bedrock Development, Monroe Block, Detroit, MI

º Residence Inn, Clayton MO

º Home 2 San Jose, CA

º AC San Jose, CA

º Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburg Contra Costa, CA º Hyatt Place Paso Robles, CA

º Hyatt Place San Jose, CA

º Brownstone Assisted Living, Brownstone, MI

º IHG Prototype-Holiday Inn Express-Hiex, CA

º IHG Prototype-Holiday Inn Express-Avid, CA

º Garden Style Apartments, Atlas Building, Midland TX º Powhattan Street Residence, Dallas, TX

º Reliance Metal Office Building, San Antonio TX

º Dutch Brother Prototype

RANA ALYAS

EDUCATION & TRAINING

MASTER IN CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT, Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, MI Graduated Dec. 2012 - GPA 3.83

Relevant courses:

Techniques of Project Planning & Control (using Primavera Contractor, version 6.1) Advanced Construction Technique & Methods Infrastructure Program Management Conceptual Estimating (using On-Screen Takeoff estimation program) Construction Law CERTIFICATION – CAPM (Certification of Associate of Project Management), PMI, 2010 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING, University of Technology, Baghdad, Iraq Senior Project: Design and modeling of City Hall Building CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION: New Horizons Learning Center, Livonia, MI

- Coursework in Certification Associate of Project Management (CAPM)

- Microsoft Project 2007

- Microsoft Office 2007

- Negotiating in Business

- Project Communication Management

ASSOCIATIONS & AWARDS

Member of the Project Management Institute

National Member of American Society of Civil Engineers Member of National Society of Leadership and Success, Lawrence Technological University Asphalt Pavement Association of Michigan Scholarship award, December, 2011.

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