Project Management Customer Service

VA Vanna Aguilar

Menifee, CA ***** 619-***-**** ************@*****.***

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PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

I'm a dedicated and motivated professional with over 10 years experience in the design field. I possess versatile skills in estimation, project management, budget development, office management, administration, problem solving and collaboration. I consider myself to be detail-oriented with exceptional communication and organizational skills. I have a proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. I'm creative, adaptable and eager to contribute to a team success and further develop my professional skills. My goal is to join a progressive group that I can learn from, grow with and one that will offer creative challenges. SKILLS • Cost Estimation

• Bid preparation

• Scope development

• Perform Takeoff

• Project Management

• Design Assist

• Vendor Relations

• Customer Service

• Time Management

• Communication

• Multi-Tasking

• Travel / Scheduling

• Strategic Thinking

WORK HISTORY ESTIMATOR 01/2022 to 05/2024

Montbleau & Associates San Diego, CA

Utilized cost-estimating software to streamline estimating processes and produce accurate and reliable estimates for potential projects.

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Perform takeoff, coordinate potential projects and prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients.

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Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.

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Gathered and analyzed data on materials, labor, travel and equipment costs to determine total cost projections of projects.

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Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.

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Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.

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Download and establish projects, drawings and bid information documents for the estimating department.

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• Set-up and maintained project and drawing database Developed and maintained vendor database of cost information to use most up-to-date and relevant material costs in estimates.

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Project management between estimators and purchasing department, organize hand-off meetings, outsource and maintain vendor relations and RFQs

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Train employees and assist Estimating Director with change orders and project scheduling.

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ESTIMATING ASSISTANT 01/2016 to 01/2022

Montbleau & Associates

Assist Estimating Director with departmental duties which included; the preparation and submission of budget proposals and bids.

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• Downloaded project drawings and bid documents

• Established and maintained project database

Developed and maintained vendor database of cost information to use most up-to-date and relevant values in estimates.

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• Assisted analyzing designs and performed accurate cost analysis Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.

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Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.

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Train new team members and assist Estimators with take-off, RFQs, and proposal submissions

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• Make travel arrangements and organize weekly meetings.. FRONT OFFICE MANAGEMENT / CEO & MARKETING 01/2014 to 01/2016 ASSISTANT

Montbleau & Associates

• Executive Assistant to CEO and VP of Marketing

• Orchestrated company events, promotions, and marketing materials Manage front office, order supplies, answer phones, greet clients, order samples, maintain schedules and company calendars

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• Make travel arrangements and accommodations for the entire company. Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.

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Established and maintained strong relationships with industry partners, customers, and vendors..

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VISUAL DESIGN MERCHANDISER 01/2012 to 01/2014

Southwest Boulder and Stone

Developed visual merchandising plans and strategies to promote store offerings at the company's 3 locations; Pacific Beach, Fallbrook, and Indio

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Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.

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Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.

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• Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color.

• Developed themes, props and lighting for merchandise displays. Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.

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Investigated current trends and innovative techniques to create unique displays.

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• Utilized company material to create one-of-a-kind functional art pieces Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.

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Decorated the interior space and exterior landscaping of store locations for holiday/seasonal events

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Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.Scheduled regular maintenance and repair of displays for longevity.

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Designed an outdoor venue at the Fallbrook location for weddings and corporate events..

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PROPERTY SCOUT ASSESSOR 01/2006 to 01/2010

MAJI Inc.

Assisted small investment group with location scouting of property for business development and international investment in Roatan and Brazil.

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EDUCATION Interior Design 05/2016

Design Institute of San Diego, San Diego, CA

Bachelor of Arts Broadcasting / Video And Film Productioin 05/2004 San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA

REFERENCES References available upon request.

HOBBIES AND

INTERESTS

• Raising my son

• Child development

• Running

• Crossfit

• Painting

• Interior design

• Exterior landscaping

• Staging

• Photography

• Graphic design

• Crafting

• Animals

• Clean cooking

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