Benjamin Hicks Email & Phone Number

Oxford, Oh, Us

Dayton, Ohio Area

- Training & development of assigned Co-op Engineers and Interns- Assist with university relations & recruiting- Proficient in utilizing MC2 & CostOS estimating software.- Timely & accurate preparation of all estimates under assigned disciplines (Divisions 3-10, Division 12, & Division 14)- Understanding of all contract documents, standards, and practices of assigned disciplines.- Collaboratively work with others and coordinate estimating efforts across multiple locations.- Aid subs/vendors as necessary to obtain quotes ensuring bids are completed timely, completely, and accurately.- Develop and sustain working relationships with subs & vendors through direct communication.- Provide effective bid solicitation to ensure maximum participation from subs and vendors- draft subcontracts and vendor purchase orders- Prepare and negotiate Subcontracts and Purchase Orders with subs/vendors in accordance with contract documents, and company standards.- Assist with resolution of vendor and subcontract terms issues- Prepare estimates with plans that are not fully developed (Design-Build/CMAR)- Collaboratively work with designers and Owners during interim estimate preparation and reviews on design-build / CMAR projects.- Communicate with JV Partner during the estimating / bidding process.- Participate in bid turnover meetings to the operations team.

Kalamazoo, Michigan Area

- Communication with the Owner, Architect/Engineer, Contractors, and Suppliers.- Maintaining project progress schedule.- Monitoring and controlling project job costs.- Coordinating the work of Contractors, and expediting material deliveries.- Preparation of trade contract, subcontract and purchase order agreements.- Processing shop drawings, FRI's, and product data submittals.- Implementing the quality assurance program and sustainable construction procedures.- Provide technical support for resolution and tracking of project issues.- Managed all project document control- Prepare and conduct PM meetings- Assist with planning and managing site logistics- Enforce corporate safety policies on job-site

Mount Pleasant, Michigan

- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for all students- Prepared and followed through on all required punch lists - Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis - Followed procedures to maintain the work environment in a neat and orderly condition - Promoted shop safety by working in a safe manner

- Greet customers and answer their questions about menu items and specials. - Prepare food and drinks. - Clean assigned work areas, dining tables, or serving counters. - Replenish and stock service stations, cabinets, and tables. - Set tables or prepare food for new customers.

Mt. Pleasant, Mi

While working as a BMW at CMU I did mostly remodels at Northwest apartments. I did demolition, flooring/tiling, installing cabinets/backsplash, and basing/trim. I also did calls to apartments that needed fixing for current residents.

Eaton Rapids

Working for the City of Eaton Rapids was a handful fast pace job. I worked around the city fixing roads, storm drains, creating new parks, maintaining older parks, and landscaping in the cemetery.

Eaton Rapids

Working in the Family Fare Deli and Bakery was a great experience. Working at Family Fare I prepped, cooked, presented, cashiered, and worked greatly with food and customer service.

Eaton Rapids

Took responsibility of cleaning pens and caring for farm Animals. I was also a team member of bailing hay and straw. I communicated clearly and positively with co-workers and management. Followed all established practices and procedures. I would also call myself the Team leader for 3 of the 4 years I worked at Evergreen Angus Farms.

Major In Construction Management With A Minor In Industrial Technology, Building/Construction Site Management/Manager, Gpa: 3.40

Activities and Societies: I was a member of the National Homebuilders Association at Central Michigan University. I had also made.

Mechatronics, Robotics, And Automation Engineering, Gpa: 4.0

Dual-Enrollment program to earn college credit while still in High School.