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F R A L E YPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLEIrons, MI Street Address
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARYWith a significant tenure as a business owner and a seasoned construction estimator, my journey in the architecture and construction industry has been underscored by a steadfast commitment to excellence in project planning, coordination, and contract management. At the heart of my daily work lies a dedication to controlling time, cost, and quality across diverse construction projects.SKILLSOn Center / On Screen Takeoff Chief Architect (Computer-Aided Design)Primavera (Scheduling) Building ConnectedEXPERIENCEEstimator, Construction 1, Nov 2021 - Jul 2024, Columbus, OHIdentified key points impacting estimation values with careful evaluations of project plans, requirements and specifications.Prepared estimates at different levels of completion, including competitive bid estimates from both detailed and conceptual drawings.Assisted with business development activities by preparing presentations and proposals.Bid hundreds of millions of dollars in new construction and secured $24 million is new revenue over a 2-1/2 year period.Estimator/Project Manager, Ritsema Associates, Jan 2020 - Jan 2021, Grandville, MIStarted position in December 2019, as of August 2021, successfully secured several commercial flooring contracts with a combined value of $4.5 million.Chief Estimator, Beacon Engineering (formerly Fox Brothers Company), Jan 2016 - Jan 2019Principle construction material estimator supporting the North Coast Region - (18) branch offices across Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and OhioProduced large volumes of material takeoffs for multi-family residential and commercial buildings, averaging 160 estimates per monthMy primary tool is the on-screen takeoff program by On Center SoftwareI also trained other individuals within the organization on the use of the program along with fundamental estimating methods. pg. 2 of 4Project Manager, Imperial Design, Jan 2013 - Jan 2016, Grand Rapids, MIFull-time, on-site project manager at the Chassix Montague plantThis is a foundry that supplies aluminum parts to the auto industryHired by I.D. to manage several projects in & around the plant. Project Manager, Grand River Construction, Inc., Jan 2012 - Jan 2013, Hudsonville, MIFull-time, on-site project manager at the Consumers Energy Pumped Storage Plant in Ludington, MIThe project was completed in July 2013Description of Project: Construction of two large steel buildings and the rebuild of the gantry crane railProject value: $10 millionBusiness Owner & Construction Manager, Integrated Project Services, LLC, Jan 2003 - Current, MichiganAs owner and operator of this LLC, I have successfully managed the growth of the professional consulting firm which I founded in 2003I am retained by my clients to design, estimate, schedule, coordinate and manage new construction and remodeling projectsSo far in 2020, I have secured signed agreements to a complete three (3) new house construction projects by the end of the yearMy principal expertise is in selective demolition, excavation, concrete, masonry, structural steel, rough and finish carpentry, roofing, siding, windows, doors, hardware, drywall, architectural fixtures, millwork acoustical systems and finishesI provide conceptual designs and detailed estimates for practically every construction tradefrom conceptual budget analysis though detailed job cost trackingI attend pre-bid site surveys, solicit and review subcontractor bids and prepare accurate and competitive bid proposalsI have estimated the labor and material requirements for large commercial projects ranging in value to $13M and secured close to $25 million in new construction revenue for my clients over a 5-year period (2006-11)I personally produced high volumes of quantity surveys (take-off) while performing many other integral functions within the organizationI planned, scheduled, coordinated and oversaw multiple, high-valued local and international projects through engineering, fabrication and installationI routinely interface with architects, engineers and subcontractors to ensure compliance with project specifications, acted as primary client pg. 3 of 4contact, made formal sales presentations and negotiated multi-faceted contractual agreements on high-valued projectsI reviewed design and engineering drawings to ensure conformance with budgets and regularly offered value-engineered solutionsI effectively managed personnel, including tradesmen, account executives, designers and administrative staffI have produced architectural drawings using AutoCad & Chief Architect and used the scheduling program Primavera & MS ProjectMy larger clients have included: Owens-Ames-Kimball, The Christman Company, Clark Construction, Brookwood Builders (Chicago), Commercial Carpentry Corporation (Arlington Heights), Interior Alterations, Inc.(Chicago), Jetton General Contracting (Paragould, AR), Design First Builders (Itasca), North Country Construction (Newaygo, MI) and Imperial Design (Grand Rapids) and Beacon Acquisition Co.Operations Manager, Ford & Earl Associates, Inc., Jan 1999 - Jan 2002, Troy, MIDirector of operations for the division which designed fabricated and installed highly customized architectural fixturesInstituted and ran new system of estimating, purchasing and project managementIn charge of complete oversight of the operation relating to the full- service, multi-disciplined fabrication shop.Designer, Estimator & Project Manager, Design Craftsmen, Inc., Jan 1996 - Jan 1999, Midland, MIDeveloped conceptual designs and cost estimates for educational museums, tradeshows, specialized commercial environments and attractionsCoordinated the entire bidding process and oversaw every project phaseDeveloped and implemented a very successful strategy to increase the tradeshow display business in the Metro-Detroit market 300K in sales revenue in 1999.Project Coordinator, Exhibit Productions, Inc., Jan 1994 - Jan 1996, Dearborn, MIPlanned and coordinated the engineering and construction of auto show and tradeshow exhibits and retail fixturesEstimated all labor and material requirementsPersonally managed the on-site construction and installation of three multi-million dollar exhibits at the Frankfurt and Tokyo Motor Shows. pg. 4 of 4Estimator, George P. Johnson Company, Jan 1991 - Jan 1994, Madison Heights, MIProduced estimates, quantity take-off, unit cost and conceptual analysisWrote specifications, scope descriptions and proposalsCoordinated the design, engineering and construction of auto show and tradeshow displays and retail fixtures.Architectural/Structural Estimator, Giffels Associates, Inc., Jan 1987 - Jan 1991, Southfield, MIEstimated construction costs (structural steel, concrete, site-work, masonry and finishes) for large industrial and institutional projects. Contractor Sales Representative, Erb Lumber Company, Jan 1985 - Jan 1987, Birmingham, MIProduced large volume of material take-off for residential and small to medium-sized commercial projectsSold building products to builders and homeowners. Sergeant (E-5), United States Marine Corps, Jan 1979 - Jan 1985, San DiegoNon-commissioned officer in charge of supply and logisticsPurchased training gear, uniforms, small arms parts and consumable suppliesSelected as Marine of the Quarter for the entire base at MCRD San Diego and meritoriously promoted twice (to Corporal and Sergeant). EDUCATIONBachelor of Science (B.S.) - Incomplete: Architecture Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, MI, Dec 1989 Bachelor of Arts - General Studies: BusinessSiena Heights University, Adrian, MI, May 1991AFFILIATIONSAmerican LegionAmerican Association of Cost EngineersAvon Players TheatreOvershadowed ProductionsCERTIFICATIONS201216830, Michigan, Residential Builder |
