Estimator - Construction Projects
CurrentManaged the estimation and bidding process for mausoleum and columbarium projects across Canada and the USA, successfully tendering over $100M worth of projects and securing $7M in contract awards. Responsible for:• Cost Estimation & Quantity Takeoff: Conducted detailed analyses of project requirements and produced accurate cost estimates encompassing labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.• Bid Preparation & Management: Developed comprehensive bid proposals… Show more Managed the estimation and bidding process for mausoleum and columbarium projects across Canada and the USA, successfully tendering over $100M worth of projects and securing $7M in contract awards. Responsible for:• Cost Estimation & Quantity Takeoff: Conducted detailed analyses of project requirements and produced accurate cost estimates encompassing labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.• Bid Preparation & Management: Developed comprehensive bid proposals, collaborating with project teams to ensure accuracy and competitiveness. Utilized Procore to streamline the tendering process, ensuring efficient document control and communication.• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Built strong relationships with clients, promptly addressing tender queries and providing detailed clarifications on project scope, costs, and inclusions/exclusions.• Value Engineering: Proactively identified cost-saving opportunities and alternative solutions while maintaining project quality and specifications.• Pre-Construction Support: Contributed to project planning and scheduling using MS Project, coordinated design activities, and produced preliminary architectural designs in AutoCAD.• Procurement & Contract Management: Sourced and secured subcontractors and suppliers, negotiated competitive quotes, and issued purchase orders for awarded projects. Show less