Frank Zhao
Great Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Possess a broad understanding of the industry from various working perspectives.
Experienced estimator with one year of experience as a quantity surveyor assistant and two years of experience as a tiling estimator in Adelaide.
Currently transitioning from Adelaide and working from home in Brisbane.
Seeking higher level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimator
Sinabro Tiling
Adelaide , SA
05.2023 - Current
- Reviewing architectural and design plans, as well as project specifications, to understand the scope of tiling work required.
- Calculating the costs associated with materials, labor, equipment, and overhead expenses to prepare accurate project estimates.
- Liaising with tile suppliers, subcontractors, and other vendors to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery schedules for materials and services.
- Preparing detailed and competitive bids or proposals for tiling projects, including breakdowns of costs and timelines.
- Conducting site visits to assess existing conditions, identify potential challenges, and ensure accurate estimation of labor and material requirements.
- Analyzing project costs and identifying opportunities for cost-saving measures or value engineering without compromising quality.
- Maintaining accurate records of estimates, correspondence, contracts, change orders, and other project-related documentation.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Auta Group
Adelaide , SA
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted with the preparation of tender and contract documents.
- Reviewed drawings and specifications to determine cost estimates for projects.
- Conducted site visits to assess materials, labour and equipment costs for projects.
- Prepared detailed cost analysis reports for tenders and contracts.
- Identified discrepancies between estimated costs and actual expenditure on projects.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all project related costs incurred.
- Visited construction sites to gather information regarding access, drainage, topography and utilities availability affecting contract negotiations.
Education
Bachelor of Urban Development (Honours) - Quantity Surveying And Cost Engineering
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane07.2021
Skills
- Technical Knowledge
- Quantitative Analysis
- Software Proficiency
- Attention to Detail
- Communication Skills
- Negotiation
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Industry Knowledge
- Collaboration
Visa
- Permanent Residency
Accomplishments
- Successfully secured the Flagstaff Hill retirement apartment SA tiling contract with Living choice contracted price $999,999.00
- Successfully secured the 100 cabins tiling contract in Wallaroo SA with TSDB contracted price $939,968.00
- Successfully secured over 50+ tiling contract with different tier builders
Timeline
Estimator
Sinabro Tiling
05.2023 - Current
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Auta Group
04.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Urban Development (Honours) - Quantity Surveying And Cost Engineering
Queensland University of Technology
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