Hosna Irani
Melbourne,VIC
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Estimator
Sigma Building Estimation Group
Blackburne, VIC
07.2023 - Current
- Analyzed blueprints and other documents to prepare time, cost and labor estimates.
- Produced preliminary estimates based on schematic and design development level documents.
- Prepared detailed reports highlighting the basis for cost estimates, including assumptions and exclusions.
- Conducts site visits when necessary to gain better understanding of scope of work prior to submitting an estimate.
- Determined project scope, boundaries, time frame and possible complications to produce accurate estimates.
- Identifies potential risks associated with proposed projects and recommends strategies for mitigating those risks.
- Evaluates new software programs designed for use in construction estimating processes.
- Communicates frequently with project managers regarding progress updates on bids and estimates submitted by the company.
- Checked construction plans against actual field conditions to prepare estimates.
- Utilized computer software programs such as Excel, AutoCAD and Timberline Estimating Software to create accurate estimates.
- Developed detailed cost estimates based on project scope of work.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and other documentation to prepare time, cost and labor estimates for construction projects.
- Efficiently completed material orders, resulting in all projects being completed on time and under budget.
- Prepared reports detailing estimated project costs vs. actual expenditures.
- Performed quantity takeoffs from blueprints for purchasing materials or services required for a job estimate and bid.
- Prepared estimates to use in vendor or subcontractor selection.
- Adapted estimates to reflect changes in scope, materials, and labor requirements.
- Analyzed drawings and other data to determine material and labor requirements.
- Analyzed project mandatories, scope and available resources to devise timelines and communicate with client on deliverable deadlines.
- Developed and updated cost estimates by documenting relevant information into jobs in internal database.
- Coordinated with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotes and validate budget assumptions.
- Researched materials, equipment, installation methods and related costs.
- Collected data and information from vendors, sub-contractors and teammates to determine exact costs for all aspects of each project.
Junior Estimator
Leedsteel
Albury, NSW
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Reviewed material and labor costs to help make build-or-buy decisions.
- Prepared detailed reports highlighting the basis for cost estimates, including assumptions and exclusions.
- Performed quantity takeoffs from blueprints for purchasing materials or services required for a job estimate and bid.
- Prepared estimates to use in vendor or subcontractor selection.
- Adapted estimates to reflect changes in scope, materials, and labor requirements.
- Implemented process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of estimation department.
- Checked construction plans against actual field conditions to prepare estimates.
- Reviewed historical project data to refine estimation processes and improve bid success rates.
- Produced preliminary estimates based on schematic and design development level documents.
- Maintained records of estimated costs versus actual costs for completed projects.
- Utilized computer software programs such as Excel, AutoCAD and Timberline Estimating Software to create accurate estimates.
- Developed detailed cost estimates based on project scope of work.
- Analyzed blueprints and other documents to prepare time, cost and labor estimates.
Education
Diploma - Building And Construction
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC12-2024
Skills
- Estimating techniques
- Takeoff software
- Construction
- Cost estimation
- Material pricing
- Microsoft Excel
- Residential construction
- Mathematical problem-solving
- Construction cost estimates
- Estimating software
- Material takeoffs
- Estimate preparation
- Quantity take-offs
Timeline
Junior Estimator
Sigma Building Estimation Group
07.2023 - Current
Junior Estimator
Leedsteel
02.2019 - 06.2020
Diploma - Building And Construction
Swinburne University of Technology
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