Paul Larrea Resume

Strengths

Preparing bid packages and proposals. Bid clarifications and interpretation; writing / developing scope of work and construction related specifications. Analyzing blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other construction documents in order to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates for bidding construction projects. Extensive experience in designing and drafting roof and floor trusses and custom layouts.

Professional Experience

Estimator – Penncrest Construction Corp., Lancaster, April 2008 to August 2009

Analyzed blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other construction documents to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates for bidding commercial, industrial and residential construction projects, applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, and processes. Computed cost estimates for materials, purchased and/or leased equipment, subcontracted work and labor. Prepared preliminary estimates for planning purposes and detailed itemized estimates based on plans and specifications. Reviewed specifications for LEEDs requirements and ensured subcontractors were compliant. Researched and evaluated subcontractors based on price, quality, selection, service, support, etc. from solicited bid proposals. Assisted and acted as interim Project Manager. Company closed following owner’s retirement.

Designer / Estimator – H.M. Stauffer and Sons, Leola, PA September 2006-December 2007

Provided commercial and residential estimates for roof and floor truss systems, sheathing and wood studs. Followed up on proposals and provided customer service. Prepared contracts and developed relationships with customers and worked directly with general contractors. Supported sales team in their communications with customers regarding the technical aspects of the job. Resolved field issues and made routine site inspections. Created customized detailed layouts for each project. Used design software to ensure proper loading on roof / floor systems. Position eliminated at the decline of new home construction.

Designer/Estimator and Outsource Coordinator – US Components, Moorestown, NJ June 2002-Sept. 2006

Managed outsource estimating division in India to schedule projects, workflow as well as provide support and ongoing training. Developed relationships with offshore designers to ensure that company standards were followed. Managed a strict schedule to make sure deadlines were achieved. Converted AutoCAD documents to PDF’s and electronically sent blueprints to India. Provided commercial and residential estimates for roof and floor truss systems, sheathing and wood studs. Followed up on proposals and provided customer service. Prepared contracts and developed relationships with customers and worked directly with general contractors. Supported sales team in their communications with customers regarding the technical aspects of the job. Resolved field issues and made routine site inspections. Created customized detailed layouts for each project. Used design software to ensure proper loading on roof / floor systems.

Designer / Estimator – Shelter Systems Corp., Hainesport, NJ June 1994 – June 2002

Provided commercial and residential estimates for roof and floor truss systems, sheathing and wood studs. Followed up on proposals and provided customer service. Prepared contracts and developed relationships with customers and worked directly with general contractors. Resolved field issues and made routine site inspections. Created customized detailed layouts for each project. Supported sales team in their communications with customers regarding the technical aspects of the job. Used design software to ensure proper loading on roof / floor systems. Transitioned design department from individual sales into design teams.

Lead Man

Managed production lines for roof trusses, floor trusses and wall panels. Supervised and motivated 16 to 20 employees to ensure the scheduled work was completed and quotas were achieved. Worked with field repair crew as a carpenter. Coordinated American Housing Division for overseas deliveries of complete houses.

Technical Applications

Auto CAD 2008 Certification

Timberline estimating software

On Screen takeoff

Xactimate

Mitek E-Frame Certification

Alpine design Software Certification

Vectorworks Cad software

Truss Joist beam sizing

Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point and Microsoft Project

Education

Alpine Software University

Mitek Software University

1988-1989. Burlington County College, Pemberton, NJ – Business Administration

1987-1988, CHI Institute, Bensalem, PA – Certified in electronics, programming and robotics.

Eaton Consulting Group Overseas Business Training

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