Construction Planner/Estimator Leader for Petrochem Projects
Resume:
COLIN DUHE’
Planner/Estimator
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SUMMARY
Comprehensive experience in planning, scheduling, and expediting major construction projects in petrochemical and related industries. Supervisory experience that includes interfacing with site management, project managers and union and non-union shop workers. Successfully initiated significant cost-saving processes throughout work experience. Active in various community projects and able to provide excellent references. Seeking like-kind opportunities in the River Parish, Louisiana area in anticipation of project completion.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Extensive experience in construction estimating and planning, project coordination, and supervision for major commercial and industrial projects;
Experienced in business development for a construction-related service industry;
Proficient with construction principles, techniques, blueprints, material handling and cost estimating;
In-depth knowledge of paperwork necessary in acquiring building permits and licensing materials;
Excellent computer skills including SAP and Maximo based automated material procurement and planning programs. Proficient in MS Office including WORD, EXCEL, and OUTLOOK;
Over 15 years’ experience in personnel management including interviewing, hiring, training, directing and motivating team. Ensure team was in compliance with the company and the clients’ safety policies and procedures, as well as the Federal OSHA Construction and General Industry standards;
Personable, a cooperative team player, effective, comfortable at conversing with management and groups, and with exceptional ability in working independently;
Current on TWIC and OSHA Safety Council Card
EDUCATION
Jefferson Community College
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2024 - 2025
Business Development Manager
Schexnaydre Restoration and Construction Company
Lead business growth initiatives by securing new opportunities and designing long-term strategies that expand revenue streams. Strengthened market visibility through development of digital media platforms and enhanced outreach campaigns. Built and sustained key client, partner, and vendor relationships to drive repeat business and referrals. Introduced cost-saving measures that improved operational efficiency and profitability.
2020 - 2024
Brown & Root - Lead Planner/Major Maintenance
Supervised all planning, scheduling, and major maintenance projects for the Nova Chemicals Geismar, LA site. Responsibilities and significant projects include assisting with coordinating subcontractors schedules and activities. Planning retube of Lumis and Kellogg heaters, exchangers, and boilers. Develop SAP Maintenance Task list, material MID's, equipment BOM's. Trained new planners in SAP to standardized maintenance plans. Team with procurement to maintain updated competitive material bidding. Initiated and expedited a successful material cost saving project that resulted in $3,000,000 in material and fuel saving per year.
2010 – 2020
Turner Industries LLC - Planner/ Estimator
Assigned with Nova Chemicals, Geismar, LA with primary responsibility of turn around (T/A) planning including evaluating subcontractor bids, prepare initial material delivery and labor sequence for schedule development. Prepare ACAD drawings for shop fabrication. Additional responsibilities include development of cost analysis and determine cost effectiveness of various construction projects and analyzing completed projects to validate cost, safety, and efficiency of project. Establish and maintain good relations with management, customers, subcontractors, and vendors. Previously assigned to Motive Enterprise, Norco, LA and Convent, LA - Review applicable drawings and specifications to compute and prepare piping and civil estimates using SAP and Turner Quick Plan.
2006 – 2010
Louisiana Garage Doors, LLC – Owner/Operator
Estimated commercial projects, prepared bids according to specifications, schedule, purchase material, vehicles and equipment for installation of commercial and residential garage and specialty doors; negotiated contracts with various subcontractors. Lead a team of 15 employees. Reinforced policies, procedures, and safety philosophy of the company. Managed compliance and documentation with Greater New Orleans Industrial Educational Council, (GNOIEC) and Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) Industrial Plant Contracts.
1991 – 2005
PALA Interstate, St. Rose, LA
Planner Estimator, Material Control Supervisor, Project Manager
Construction site responsibilities included estimating and planning construction projects at Motiva Enterprise. Prepared estimates for piping and civil projects. Prepared cost savings reports for project engineers. Coordinated subcontractors, purchasing construction materials for companywide projects, Material Coordinator -supervised multiple contractors in receiving, storing and issuing material on major projects. Project manager for Low Sulfur Gas and Low Sulfur Diesel projects at Convent and Norco, La.
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING
1993 - Jefferson Technical Institute, Metairie, LA - Advanced AutoCAD
1996 - Associated Builder & Contractor School Project Estimating
1997 - Associated Builder & Contractor School Planning Scheduling (SU 070)
1999- Associated Builder & Contractor School Excel level 1, 2,3
2000 - Level II NDE Magnetic Particle Testing Certification
- Level II Liquid Penetrant Testing Procedure Number PT1 Certification
2001 - Leadership and Management Development Program - SSA Consultants, Inc., Baton Rouge, LA
2003 - EMP International CPR Course
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Supervisor Safety Award Gold Venture Project - Shell Chemical 2002
Quality Work Award Gold Venture - Shell Chemical 2001
Laplace Jaycees Management Development Vice-President - 1989-91
Chairman Krewe Du Monde Ball 1991
Captain – Krewe Du Monde 1993-1994
Named as Outstanding Young Man of America Who’s Who
Louisiana State Jaycee Management Development “Eagles Dare”
Outstanding Laplace Jaycee Officer 1990-91
Laplace Lions Club - Public Relations Director
Garyville Timber Mill Museum LASTA Treasurer 2021 - Present
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