Results-oriented construction professional with 25+ years of comprehensive experience in all phases of construction and building trades. Talented estimator with a track record of delivering on-time projects and enhancing profitability through cost control. Well-regarded interpersonal skills; able to interface positively with all project team members. Available for relocation.
Key skill areas include:
 Project Management
 Materials Purchasing
 Crew Supervision
 Building Trades  Cost Reductions
 Regulatory Compliance
 Value Engineering
 Business Development  Quality Assurance & Inspection
 Subcontractor Coordination
 Contract Negotiation & Review
 Conflict & Problem Resolution
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
COLORWORKS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES – Charlotte, NC
Senior Estimator 2005 to 2009
Manage all estimates and material planning for this multi-family community development, restoration, and remodeling company. Provide weekly status updates to owners and customers. Perform value engineering. Develop business leads. Oversee up to 40 employees.
Key Accomplishments:
 Reduced labor costs and competed a project 18 days ahead of schedule by researching and purchasing a better roofing and siding product.
 Administered the on-schedule estimate for a $25 million student housing project at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
 Played a key role in developing business leads that generated $2 million in revenue.
 Improved business morale and efficiency by sourcing and utilizing several new vendors and subcontractors.
 Saved costs by introducing a new sheathing method for roof decking.
 Created, designed, estimated, and guided a student housing model building project with upscale finishes.
 Directed the successful renovation of a 30-year-old five-story condominium on a tabletop construction; maintained the building’s core structure and met all hurricane-related regulations.
PILOT CATASTROPHE SERVICES – Mobile, AL
Catastrophe Insurance Adjustor 2004 to 2005
Traveled throughout East Coast of Florida to investigate and handle catastrophe claims of up to $4.5 million. Evaluated damage of commercial buildings, high-rises, condominiums, and single-family homes.
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Key Accomplishments:
 Closed claims without incident or complaint; commended for relational skills in the face of irate and distraught business owners.
 Earned a reputation among both clients and company representatives for delivering prompt and fair resolution of claims.
JAC-CO CONSTRUCTION – Memphis, TN
Project Manager / Estimator 1999 to 2004
Directed the daily operations of construction projects valued from $1,000 to $1million. Hired and supervised a crew of 22. Coordinated on-site construction work of residential and commercial buildings damaged by water and fire. Interfaced with insurance agents and owners.
Key Accomplishments:
 Managed the restoration of an $840,000 home that was damaged by fire and later featured in Southern Living magazine; completed the project within the seven-month deadline.
 Significantly reduced project delays by developing and implementing a scheduling system that ensured material and labor availability.
PAUL DAVIS, INC. – Memphis, TN
Project Manager / Estimator 1995 to 1998
Directed residential and commercial water damage and fire claims construction projects, including site preparation, materials procurement and coordination, quality control, zoning and permitting, labor resource strategies, and final inspection with claims adjusters and clients. Negotiated, hired, and supervised subcontractors.
COMPUTER SKILLS
 Xactimate
 MS Project  MSB Estimating Software  MS Word
 Adobe Acrobat  MS Outlook
 MS Excel
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