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Ian Archie Paton

Summary

Logical Estimator professional with proven abilities in examining requirements and plans to create proposals. Motivated to provide precise estimates by clearly understanding project objectives, defining scopes and determining schedules. Experienced in adhering to client feedback and revising estimate information to suit customer preferences.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Estimator

Statewide Mechanical Services
02.2014 - 06.2023
  • Sourced open Tenders
  • Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
  • Collaborated with other departments and contractors to access all necessary information and expertise to create comprehensive estimates.
  • Identified potential risks and challenges to project cost and timeline to adjust estimates accordingly.
  • Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
  • Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
  • Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
  • Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
  • Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates.
  • Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
  • Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
  • Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
  • Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.

Estimator

Marciano Industries
06.2009 - 12.2013
  • Participated in pre-bid meetings to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
  • Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
  • Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
  • Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Identified potential risks and challenges to project cost and timeline to adjust estimates accordingly.
  • Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
  • Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
  • Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
  • Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
  • Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates.
  • Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
  • Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
  • Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
  • Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
  • Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kanahooka High School
Kanahooka, NSW

Skills

  • Preparing Designs and Estimates
  • Reading Project Drawings
  • Efficiency Estimation
  • Bid Proposals
  • Building and Construction
  • Preparing Estimates
  • Quantity Take-Offs
  • Residential Construction
  • New Construction and Remodeling
  • Client Consultations
  • Project Estimation and Bidding
  • HVAC Systems
  • Vendor Relationships

Timeline

Estimator

Statewide Mechanical Services
02.2014 - 06.2023

Estimator

Marciano Industries
06.2009 - 12.2013

High School Diploma -

Kanahooka High School
Ian Archie Paton