To obtain a challenging position in construction estimating, cost control, project management, or other related opportunity, utilizing my education, skills, and experience.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
-Open-minded, flexible, and responsive to input from others
-Organized, thrives under pressure, multi-tasks well, and meets deadlines
-Committed to accomplishing team goals and individual excellence
-Proficient in Windows XP, Word 2007, Excel 2007, PowerPoint 2007, and utilizing the Internet
-Professional image
WORK OF EXPERIENCE
2004 - 2009 J. Anthony Construction, Inc. Waukesha, WI
Cost Administrator/Estimator
-Implemented system for estimating all costs for changes to new, preexisting, and custom home plans.
-Increased overall profit margin for all homes built by $240,000 from 2004 to 2009.
-Revised new home contract documents for enhanced detail and ease of use.
-Manually calculated costs for change orders, which included changes to home square footage, interior and exterior of the structure.
-Distributed plans for bid, examined requested quotes, negotiated and purchased home materials from subcontractors and suppliers.
-Performed individual material take-offs for windows, doors, millwork, cabinetry, countertops, and hardware for tracking prices to remain cost effective.
-Initiated and maintained strong, lasting business relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
-Contributed to the building of quality homes by employing subcontractors with exceptional reputations.
-Verified all vendor invoices and construction blueprints for accuracy.
-Trained new employees regarding office systems and company processes.
-Assumed additional responsibilities related to project management, customer service and office equipment maintenance due to economic decline.
2003 – 2004 Menard, Inc. Germantown, WI
Commercial/Contractor Sales Manager
-Exhibited dedication and strong work ethic by working 75 to 90 hours per week to open new store.
-Established business relationships with over 75 new contractors without any previous contractor base.
-Satisfied existing contractors transferred to new store to obtain same high level of quality received at previous store.
-Demonstrated leadership, managerial skills, and mentoring abilities as recognized by the store managers, customers, and peers.
-Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training new employees in the Commercial/Contractor Sales Department.
-Ensured timely, quality work and sound customer relations.
2001 - 2003 Menard, Inc. West Bend, WI
Commercial/Contractor Sales Estimator
-Estimated lumber, cabinetry, millwork, and hardware costs for houses, additions, decks, and garages, using both manual calculations and Menard Inc. software.
-Built rapport and developed relationships with contractors in order to obtain business.
-Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate, by successfully managing 15-20 projects at any given time. Completed all estimates within a two week time frame.
-Sales and profit increased over 25% since becoming an estimator.
1998 - 2001 Menard, Inc. La Crosse, WI
Assistant Outside Yard Manager
-Implemented changes which resulted in improved delivery efficiency, increased product accessibility and organization for customers and coworkers, and improved employee productivity and workflow.
-Financed 100% of college education.
EDUCATION
2008 - present University of Phoenix Brookfield, WI
Bachelor of Science in Business Management
-Full-time student with a 3.87 G.P.A., scheduled to complete a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management in May 2010. Paying for education in full.
2000 - 2001 Western Technical College La Crosse, WI
Certificate in Supervisory Management
-Earned a certificate in Supervisory Management while working full-time. Paid for education in full.
1995 - 1999 University of Wisconsin – La Crosse La Crosse, WI
Elementary and Physical Education
-Earned 98 credits toward Elementary and Physical Education majors while working 15-30 hours per week. Financed 100% of education.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
Exceptional interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. Extraordinary work and business ethics. Demonstrated ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines. Possesses a customer service driven mentality. Proven willingness to work outside of scheduled hours in order to complete projects. Recognized for ability to assume leadership role individually or as a team member. Proficient in Windows XP, Excel 2007, Word 2007, PowerPoint 2007, and estimating software. Experience with heavy equipment operation.
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