Maxine Corry
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PERSONAL SUMMARY

A proven Estimator who can accurately determine how much it will cost a company to complete a project or provide products and services to its clients. Maxine also has a track record of developing and refining the estimation process to improve it’s efficiency, clarity, and accuracy.

She is fluent in mathematics and has in-depth knowledge of research and data analysis methods and estimation systems. Furthermore, she possesses excellent numerical skills and has the analytical mind-set needed to determine key variables for cost and other estimates.

Has a good understanding of Health and Safety requirements, as well as modern methods of construction and in-depth contractual awareness. Without sounding boastful, she has the knowledge, experience and expertise needed to succeed in this role.

In her current job she has played an integral part in the company’s successful operations. At work she produces a large number of estimates on a daily basis across a broad spectrum of projects. With colleagues she has a reputation for gaining a full understanding of her customers requirements, so as to ensure that her service is truly client-focused. Through her career she has learnt how to work on her own initiative and as part of a team that manages its workload efficiently.

On a personal level she is a self-motivated individual with good organisation skills and a methodical approach to work with strong customer service skills. Furthermore, she is a confidential individual who is able to communicate effectively and efficiently with supplies, contractors, existing clients and new contracts.

Right now, she would like to join a company that recognises each and every individual’s value and which knows that the success of its business is only made possible by the drive and enthusiasm of its staff.

 

CAREER HISTORY

ESTIMATOR – Start Date – Present
Employers name – Location
Responsible for calculating the costs of a project before work commences, covering everything from materials, labour, equipment hire and transport costs.

Duties;

  • Researching the costs of the materials, transport, labour and equipment involved in producing a estimate.
  • Reviewing projects based on scope of works documents, technical drawings and design intent.
  • Preparing and submitting quotations and details of costs for work to be done.
  • Obtaining quotes from specialist contractors and suppliers.
  • Visiting sites as necessary and carrying out surveys to ascertain relevant information to ensure accurate estimates.
  • Preparing activity schedules including time, material and labour variables and costs.
  • Monitoring the costs at different stages of a project to ensure it stays within the estimated costs.
  • Providing progress reports on all bid and tender opportunities to senior managers.
  • Gathering information to produce competitive tenders in response to customer specifications.
  • Achieving competitive quotations and secure pre-bid agreements.
  • Collating detailed price lists of everything needed on each construction project.
  • Presenting technical and complex information in a simplified manner to different stakeholders.
  • Involved in the measurement and quantification of materials for groundworks projects.
  • Communicating information to clients, suppliers, staff, and contractors as required.
  • Considering risk assessments and health and safety requirements when coming up with estimates.
  • Analysing company data, exchange rates and prices using software packages.
  • Maintaining records of estimated and actual costs.
  • Setting up estimates, tender packs and applicable trackers.
  • Producing quotations from specifications and drawings
  • Liaising with customers to determine their requirements through site visits etc.
  • Composing detailed quotations for projects in line with clients’ specifications and requirements.
  • Assessing the risk levels associated with a project.
  • Putting together tenders for existing clients and new contracts.
  • Adjusting estimates and recommendations based on changes and updates to projects.
  • Managing, track and filing correspondence related to pricing enquiries to ensure clarity and accuracy.

JOB TITLE – Start Date – End Date
Employers name – Location


KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Professional

  • Identifying labour, material, and time requirements.
  • Able to manage her time effectively to meet tender deadlines.
  • Good working knowledge of relevant industry best practices and standards.
  • Adept in reading design drawings and interpreting project specifications.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in estimating costs.
  • Detail-oriented mind-set with the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
  • Familiarity with financial and project management principles.
  • Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Fully conversant with the Microsoft suite of packages, e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Knowledge of project management principles, data analysis, and estimation formulas.

Personal

  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrates good judgement in decision making.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Have the communication skills needed to work with a range of stakeholders.

 

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Contract negotiation

Construction

Monitoring costs

Stakeholder collaboration

Cost analysis

Estimation

Supplier management

Cost calculations

Proposals

Tracking costs

Time management

Problem solving

Structural engineering

Civil engineering

 

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

University name  –  Degree details                 Study Dates
College name      –  Qualifications                Study Dates
School name       –  Subjects / Grades          Study Dates

 

REFERENCES

Available on request.

 

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