Cost Estimator
Resume:
OSCAR J. JONES
Houston, TX
*************@*****.***
Objective
Currently, a junior estimator with 6 years in the construction industry, 6 years computer construction estimating and 5 years hand-take off or software estimating bids expertise. Familiar in construction material budgeting, construction accounting, and estimation consulting.
Computer Skills / Qualifications
Estimating software programs and Spreadsheets, Advance in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook), Primavera, Scheduling, Accubuild, MC2, Construction Accounting, HCSS, Accubid, Bidding software, Timberline, AutoCAD
Material take-off, value engineering, conceptual estimating, collect pricing information, change orders, review and negotiate contractor estimates. Capable to work onsite or virtually in office as part of the project team. Ability to interpret computerized cost data and control cost.
Education
Texas Southern University
Electronics Engineering Technology
Minor: Business & Accounting
Bachelor of Science Degree, December 2006
Experience
Texas Contract, Houston, TX
February 2007 - Present
Cost Estimator
Pre-construction on division 8 – 13 bids from $1.5 million to $100 million new construction and restoration for military, hospital, government, K -12 educational institutes, multi-family, hotels, retail, and industrial projects. Buildings are 24,000 to 810,000 square feet. Work with Project Managers and Vice-President to complete buildings, renovation, and interior construction projects of all sizes. Coordinate field activities to insure a successful project. Estimate costs for labor, materials, and equipment for assigned projects.
Obra Builders, Houston, TX
January 2006 - January 2007
Assistant Cost Engineer/Site Coordinator
Contracted term position for division 2 – 3 construction site area by constructing and coordinated engineer calculation onto site map. Preparation for construction bids in heavy construction land developing. Bid cement cost for streets and city construction plans for Project Engineer.
Texas Southern University, Houston, TX
April 2004 - January 2006
Electronics Cost Analyst
Internship as a cost engineer to determine the cost on division 1 – 16 construction specification for all industry standards. Evaluating digital blueprints to creates three-dimensional models for estimates on the bidding process.
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