Benjamin Brooks
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Experienced with accurately estimating project costs and developing competitive bids in sales environments. Utilizes data analysis and client engagement to drive successful project outcomes. Knowledge of industry standards and best practices, ensuring efficient and effective estimation processes. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Sales Estimator
Obrien Glass
03.2023 - Current
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
- Provided support to the sales team during presentations by presenting well-researched estimates backed up by solid data.
- Recognized as a subject matter expert in sales estimation processes, often consulted by peers for advice on complex projects.
- Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
- Maintained detailed records of all estimates, ensuring accuracy and consistency across the board.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather accurate data for precise sales estimations.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
- Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
Construction Site Supervisor
Long Island Homes
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Handled occupant complaints and dealt with issues.
- Conducted property walkthroughs to inspect building and occupant standards.
- Monitored facilities and identified maintenance and repair needs.
- Coordinated building operations, maintenance and improvements.
- Managed building staff by scheduling, assigning tasks and training new hires.
- Planned and managed general repairs and maintenance and construction projects.
- Enforced building policies and procedures to keep facility safe for staff and visitors.
- Oversaw construction and renovation projects to meet environmental, health and security standards.
- Monitored facility maintenance for cleanliness and recommended improvements to overall aesthetics.
Owner/Operator
Neighbourhood Glass
01.2010 - 05.2022
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
- Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Quoting of jobs and overseeing quality of workmanship.
- Liaisied with clients to address any concerns and ensuring the end product was to their expected standard.
- Ensured all book work is up to date and oversaw financial transactions.
- Tendered for work, Read and interpreted plans.
- General glazing carried out in a residential and commercial capacity.
- Fabricated and installed aluminium shopfronts, doors and windows.
- Installed and maintained door locks and door closers.
Glazier
Cityside Glass
01.2000 - 12.2009
- Cut, fit, installed, repaired or replaced glass in commercial and residential buildings.
- Installed or repaired range of glass products and accessories.
- Performed installation of skylights, mirrors and other glass areas.
- Set glass doors into frames and bolted metal hinges, handles, locks and other hardware to attach doors to frames and walls.
- Fastened glass panes into frames or sashes using clips, points or moldings and added weather seals or putty around pane edges to seal joints.
- Identified glass types and measured spaces for reglazing and mirrors.
- Managed relationships with vendors, clients and coworkers to cultivate positive work environment while driving sales, quality and top-level service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kyneton Secondary College
12.1997
Skills
Site Measuring and Marking
- Blueprint Reading
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Procedure Planning
- Decision Making
- Worker Supervision
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Problem Solving
- Multi-Project Coordination
- Manual Dexterity
- Building Site Supervision
- Cost estimation
- Sales closing
- Proficient in [software]
- Job cost estimating
- Project cost estimating
Certification
- Certificate III in Glass and Glazing.
- Elevated work platform license
- Working with children license
- Current CFMEU red card
- Full drivers license
Timeline
Technical Sales Estimator
Obrien Glass
03.2023 - Current
Construction Site Supervisor
Long Island Homes
05.2022 - 10.2022
Owner/Operator
Neighbourhood Glass
01.2010 - 05.2022
Glazier
Cityside Glass
01.2000 - 12.2009
High School Diploma -
Kyneton Secondary College
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