KEN BARKER
19601 Enterprise Way
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
240-429-1967 (Cell) kwbarker[at]live.com
SKILLS SUMMARY:
Experienced in residential architectural estimating for new or renovation construction projects.
Projects included both single family homes and high rise apartment/condominium complexes. Other competences include: Extensive leadership and supervisory experience. Highly developed skills in problem diagnosis and solutions. Strong organizational and time management skills. Formally held Top Secret Clearance.
EXPERIENCE:
Estimator/Assistant Project Manager / Monumental Millwork 2005-2009
• Met with clients and reviewed documentation to determine project scope, and analyze profitability prior to preparing competitive bids
• Communicated with Contractors and Sales representatives for clarification of project requirements, and documentation distribution throughout project life cycle
• Conducted Division 6, 8 and 16 material take-offs. Achieved 96% on-time completion rate for project sub tasks
• Reduced project losses by 25% through accurate material take-offs, and detailed research of project specifications
• Wrote over 200 Architectural Bid Quotations with a 30% award rate. Acquired over 90% of new business realized by the company in 2008
• Projects range between 1,000 and 100,000 square feet, from $50,000 to $6 million
• Responded to Addenda (RFI/ASI) ensured contractual compliance/accuracy
• Wrote comprehensive Rebid and Change Order Requests in response to contractors changing requirements
• Requested quotes from subcontractors. Incorporated results into quotations
• Made Value Engineered Alternative Suggestions. Reduced costs, improved functionality, ensured compliance with building code requirements
• Designed, managed, and implemented Blueprint archive recording system. Streamlined retrieval process. Reduced lost man-hours by 10%
• Developed and implemented Estimating Training manual
• Reorganized work flow, created quotation templates, and categorized research documents. Reduced project turnaround time by 15%
• Created and Maintained historical documentation records and reports for each project
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
KEN BARKER
19601 Enterprise Way
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
240-429-1967 (Cell) kwbarker[at]live.com
Assistant Transportation Dept. Supervisor / Monumental Millwork 2000-2005
• Ensured timely deliveries. Provided excellent customer service
• Qualified in operations and maintenance of electrical and diesel equipment
• Maintained perfect safety record within the department
• Managed 8 personnel
Loss Prevention Department Manager / Walmart Stores Inc. 1993-2000
• Responsible for Security and Loss Prevention
• Awarded for outstanding service
US Navy 1972-1993
• Twenty year military career highlighted by promotion through increasing responsible decision-making capacities
• Division Officer Torpedo Intermediate Maintenance Facility Supervised 54 personnel
• Department Head Service School Command responsible for three technical training courses of instruction. Supervised 25 personnel
• Received consistent outstanding grades on yearly Evaluation Reports throughout career
EDUCATION:
Currently enrolled in Howard County Community College Project Management Course Navy coursework and seminars including: Basic Electricity and Electronics, Advanced Electricity and Electronics, Navy Instructor School, Management, Leadership, and Counseling Courses
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