E.E. (Gene) Schaeffer Email & Phone Number

Frisco, Tx, Us

Dallas, Tx, Us

Irving, Texas, Us

Senior estimator / Preconstruction

Irving, Texas, Us

Strong proficiency with pre-construction services including but not limited to – conceptual estimating, value engineering, bid package assembly, subcontractor qualification, budget development and updating as design evolves, reconciliation with other estimates, interfacing with leasing/development to ensure project goals are achieved and oversight of design professionals.Prepares conceptual budgets based on minimal information, must demonstrate acute ability as conceptual estimator with the ability to perform conceptual estimates with limited design maturity quickly. Understanding the level of detail appropriate for a particular stakeholder. Familiarity with program square footage costs.Sets standards for deliverables such as bid packages, deliverable formats and budget tracking tools. Oversee analysis of past and current performance on projects to establish standards for all future estimates to create a proprietary historical cost database.Manages and coordinates the people (both in-house and consultants), software and other resources used to perform the estimating functions. Projects range from loosely defined concepts to fully defined bid documents.Works with developers/leasing agents and oversees architects and consultants to ensure project objectives are achieved. Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm complete scope.Responsible for the daily management, supervision, coordination, and successful completion of the preconstruction phase of the projects to meet the cost objectives with respect to contracting, scheduling, estimating, and bidding. Primary member of department team who is accountable for the creation of historical database, Proforma budgets, estimates and design phase project management.

Visualize, analyze, and communicate project scope of work Coordinate cost/means and methods with owner and design professional Prepare preliminary cost estimates/budgets/schedules Manage value engineering process Maintain/create subcontractor/vendor bid list Prepare quantity surveys/take-offs Solicit bid invitations Distribute and manage bid plans and documents Communicate with subs - prepare RFP/RFI Qualify and analyze bids Analyze general conditions Prepare project estimate/bid/schedule Manage WBE, DBE, SBE, and/or MBE participation and recordkeeping

Pre-Construction Project Manager • Senior Construction Estimator • Senior Project Manager Experienced 28–year veteran. Goal-oriented construction professional. A demonstrated track record of leading the timely and cost effective construction of multi-million dollar commercial construction projects. Experienced in the preparation and analysis of conceptual multi-acre site developments and associated structures. Proven track record in driving efficiency and productivity through the final evaluation of financial performance. A talented leader directing highly skilled construction teams to support the achievement of overall corporate goals and objectives. Core competencies include: • Conceptual Estimates• Scope Evaluation Analysis• Prime Contract Negotiations• Subcontract Negations • Budgeting• Value Engineering Cost Reductions• Technology Integration• Regulatory Compliance• Efficiency Improvements

Director of the banking and financial construction division. Developed conceptual construction budgets for design build projects. Supervised the production of the design build plans and specifications by the architects and engineers. Ensured that the design effort remained in line with the construction budget. Supervised the field operations and timely delivery of the financial institutions. Performed variance analysis in accordance with the design build program. Instrumental in the coordination and attendance of banking and financial institution trade shows. Developed and followed up on potential leads developed at the trade shows. Built and led teams in carrying out special projects, including retail buildings, churches, and manufacturing facilities. Increased the sales of bank and financial construction projects by delivering quality, on time delivery and reduced costs. Awarded multiple projects from the existing client’s based upon past performance and delivery.

Business

Associate Of Applied Science, Construction Management

Associates Of Arts And Science, Liberal Arts

Education record

Certified Professional Estimator