DEBRA MCBRIDE
2730 Sadigo Terrace – North Port FL 34286
941-423-9010 h – 941-204-7711 c – dlmcbride29[at]hotmail.com
Estimating / Purchasing / Project Management
Accomplished professional with proven ability to develop new business and organization by applying aptitude for quickly learning new product knowledge. Exemplary financial skills, strategic planning ability and project management expertise. Diverse skill set and successful background in highly competitive industries. Core competencies include:
• Strategic Business Planning Troubleshooting / Problem Solving
• Team Building / Leadership Supervision / Training
• Accounting Expertise Budget / Contract Negotiations
• Estimating / Purchasing Strategies Design / Layout
• Information Management Startup / Established Operations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ESTIMATOR
REYNOLDS VENTURES, INC. North Port, FL
Estimated commercial construction projects up to $5M Shell construction, tenant fit-ups. Negotiated hard bids from subcontractors, take-offs from blue prints and field measurements. Insurance restoration work, Xactimate estimating, was negotiating with insurance companies and homeowners for damaged properties.
• Implemented procedures for purchasing
• Increased subcontractor productivity, as well as improved control for purchasing procedures.
PROJECT MANAGER / ESTIMATOR
DANY MAGILL, INC. Boca Grande, FL
Coordinated all phases of construction from inception to completion for rebuild of $1M to $5M condominium projects. Created color design for clients with attention to drafting detail on all drafted blue prints. Coordinated rebuild with subcontractors, supervised trades, and managed all field staff and design professionals. Created project management schedules for all trades and vendors with weekly updates. Compiled and managed punch out lists for all projects. Managed safety and project coordination meetings and coordinated inspections.
Selected Accomplishments:
• Estimating for affluent cliental within the high-end product venue
• Increased staff and subcontractor productivity, as well as improved control for purchasing procedures.
• Commended by owner for “ability to accept and conquer†all challenges.
• Ensured productive relationships with high-end home buyers.
ESTIMATOR / PURCHASING MANAGER
JADE HOMES, INC. Sarasota, FL
Hired to resolve current purchasing problems and complete existing projects at extremely lower costs. Created strategic purchasing system by adapting quickly to new computer software. Coordinated estimating system to ensure cost efficiency. Reported completed budget analysis and variance reports to Director of Operations. Managed purchasing staff for highest level of productivity.
Selected Accomplishments:
• Successfully completed and implemented purchasing program.
• Accelerated pace to recover lost revenue from delayed production.
PURCHASING SUPERVISOR / ESTIMATOR
WATERFORD CONSTRUCTION INC. Venice, FL
Hired to supervise purchasing agents and developed a system for buying construction projects effectively using a purchase order system. Implemented estimating systems for $30M waterfront condominium project mixed use being commercial and residential. Coordinated subcontractors pricing packages. Implemented cost variance reporting for Director of Operations
Selected Accomplishments:
• Successfully completed all phases of Estimating and purchasing for $30M project.
• Ensured productive relationships with new subcontractors.
PRESIDENT
HOME FLOORING & DESIGN, INC. Nashua, NH
Owned and operated a design / remodeling business. Completed 10,000 sf showroom consisting of interior/design remodel products including cabinets, countertops, flooring, window treatments, plumbing fixtures, and lighting. Managed twelve employees, multiple subcontractors and very affluent cliental. Implemented new purchasing, inventory and scheduling procedures. Coordinated safety and quality control.
Selected Accomplishments:
• Built business from inception to over $3M in sales.
ESTIMATOR
FRANCIS P. CONNOR & SON, INC. Boston, MA
Estimated Drywall and Metal studs for union and non-union companies both light gage and heavy gage metal.
COST ACCOUNTANT
LOCKHEED MARTIN, Nashua, NH
Produced monthly cost accounting activities for on going government contracts. Set up new cost systems in detailed forms for new projects.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Associates Degree – Rivier College, Nashua, NH
Estimating Certificate – Carter School of Estimating, Boston, MA
Massachusetts Construction License
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