Clay B.Burgess
16108 22 nd Ave West
Lynnwood WA. 98087
October 5, 2009
HR Director
Dear Sir or madam:
In regards to the open Project Manager- Estimator position you have posted, I am very interested in the opportunity. Perhaps after reading this letter and enclosed resume, you will agree we have a mutually beneficial reason to meet. My credentials include:
· 35+ years of Steel Fabricating and Erection experience in a Commercial building setting.
· A track record of increasing clientele by The executing and maintaining high standards of excellence. and delivery within time scope of contract
· Respected leadership skills with experience training and motivating empolyees to work together as a team.
· Expertise in fabrication and erection planning.
· An uncompromising emphasis on quality, and cost savings.
Glenn’s Welding mission and commitment to serving customers and the community is one that I share wholeheartedly. As a Manger for Glenn,s Welding, I maintained an excellent performance record (using only two sick days throughout my 4-year tenure with the company) and earned a reputation for dedication, teamwork and a roll-up-your-sleeves work ethic.
The Estimator position sounds like an outstanding opportunity, and I would welcome the chance for an interview to discuss your needs and outline my strengths in person. Thank you for your time and consideration of my resume, and I look forward to speaking with you.
Sincereley
Clay B. Burgess
Enc: Resume
Clay Burgess
16108 22nd Ave West u Lynnwood, Washington 98087 u
Objective
Project Management/ Estimator position allowing for parlay of demonstrated organization, customer service, communication and project management skills proven by 15 years of successful, profitable self-employment.
Profile
Motivated, personable business professional and a successful 15-year track record of profitable small business ownership. Talent for quickly mastering technology. Diplomatic and tactful with professionals and non-professionals at all levels. Accustomed to handling sensitive, confidential records. Demonstrated history of producing accurate, timely reports
Flexible and versatile able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences. Thrive in deadline-driven environments. Excellent team building skills.
Skills Summary
u Project Managemementu Cost Estimateu Written Correspondenceu Report Preparation u Computer Savvyu Customer Service u Schedulingu Marketing & Sales u General Office Skillsu u u
Professional Experience
COMMUNICATION: REPORTS/PRESENTATIONS/TECHNOLOGY
u Prepare complex reports ensuring full compliance with agency requirements and tight deadlines.
q Detailed Cost Estimates, Material Certification, Welder Certification, Weld procurers,
q Production Schedules, Certificate of Manufactures warrantee, Additional work authorization
u Author professional correspondence to customers and vendors.
u Design Submittal Drawing for engineers review
u Rapidly learn varied computer programs;
u Review and analysis of solicitations (Requests for Information, Requests for Proposal, etc).
u Facilitate the bid/no-bid decision process and formulate bid strategies with management and the sales team.
u Develop proposal assignments, schedule, budget and pricing in line with the identified estimates, and lead the proposal team involved, so that all proposal milestones are met for the customers needs.
u Participate in customer meetings/presentations as required to capture the order.
CUSTOMER SERVICE/MARKETING/PROBLEM SOLVING
u Oversee operations and provide impeccable customer service:
¨ Built a clientele supported referrals by 60% Repeat business.
u Develop and implement strategic marketing plan for business:
¨ Launched a thriving cost Estimating practice, building revenue from $70K to over $1.5M in first three years with minimal overhead.
DETAIL MASTERY & ORGANIZATION
u Manage all aspects of day-to-day operations
¨ Scheduling for busy Fabrications Shop averaging 100K to 200K monthly billing.
¨ Finances: accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, budgeting.
¨ Supervision of a total of twelve crewmembers.
¨ Compliance with all state and city regulations
Employment History
GLENN’S WELDING – Lynnwood, WA
Estimator, Project Manger, 2005 to 2009
BURGESS FABRICATIONS – Ontario, CA
Owner, 1990 to 2005
COLTEL FABRICATION & WELDING- Chino, CA
Field Installation Supervisor, 1985 to 1990
Education and Technical Traning
Mt SANANTIONIO COLLEGE –Walnut,CA
Small business management- 1978
Applied drafting- 1978
Construction management 1985
MILLWRIGHT MACHINERY ERECTORS – Los Angles, CA
Journeymen Degree, 1982
LICENSEES AND AFFILIATIONS
Los Angles City Certified welding license, 1980
California State Contractor License- 1989
Computer Skills
u Microsoft Wordu Microsoft Excelu Turobo CAD u u
16108 22nd ave West u Lynnwood Wa,98087
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