Skip to contentRolando (Rolly) Balolong
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Professional Summary
Experienced Lead Estimator with over 30 years in the construction industry, specializing in cost analysis and project estimates. Skilled in preparing accurate cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment for both small and large projects. Proficient in cost estimation software and Microsoft Office. Strong problem-solving, communication, and negotiation skills, with a focus on managing supplier bids and minimizing project costs. Able to adapt estimates based on client feedback and project changes. Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to delivering precise estimates and contributing to project success.
Skills
Commercial Projects
Materials Estimates
Estimation Support
Concrete Estimation
Program Improvements
Site Visits
Estimating Ranges
Team Meetings
Estimate Coordination
Creating Estimates
Vendor Contracts
Bid Proposals
Creative Solutions
Estimating Workloads
Estimate Preparation
Bidding Procedures
Subcontractor Reviews
Materials Take-Offs
Work History
Lead Estimator, 06/2019 to Current
CAS Building Specialists – Woodland Hills, CA
Conducted cost analysis and prepared accurate estimates for projects.
Managed material orders to ensure projects stayed on schedule and within budget.
Assessed building designs to estimate scope of work for various trades.
Coordinated with builders and contractors on residential and commercial projects to provide customer updates.
Reviewed field measurements and survey plans to create proposals and process work orders.
Performed site visits, offering recommendations on site viability and project feasibility.
Head Estimator, 06/2002 to 05/2019
Bowtile Corp – Van Nuys, California
Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
Prepared bid proposals and submitted to various companies.
Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
Analyzed buildings to prepare estimates for tile scope of work.
Communicated with builders and contractors on residential and commercial projects to deliver status updates to customers.
Chief Estimator, Estimating Department, 06/01/1985 – 06/02/2002
Consolidated Contractors International Company – Sultanate of Oman
Reviewed contract documents: plans and specifications
Delegates staffing for estimating of various scope of project
Prepares monthly payment applications
Education
Bachelor of Science: Civil Engineering, 04/1981
University Of Pangasinan - Dagupan City, Philippines
Certificate in Autocad, Polyglot Institute – Oman 1999