Paul Paterson-Hill
Guildford West,NSW
Summary
Began in fast food, and worked towards a more respectable role as a cadet engineer for a small fire company. With success I was able to produce 70 million in revenue from bid estimates. With my success I moved over to other businesses to gain a comprehensive understanding of the fire industry, particularly dealing with wet systems.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Estimator
2020 Fire
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Supported sales team in generating leads through networking events and fostering relationships within the industry community.
- Identified areas of risk during preconstruction phase, recommending appropriate mitigation strategies to prevent costly delays or changes later on in projects.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
- Streamlined estimation process for faster turnaround times with the implementation of new software tools.
- Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
- Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
- Enhanced communication between departments by providing detailed cost breakdowns and explanations for project bids.
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans, and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
Project Engineer
Ultrasafe Fire
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.
- Implemented automated systems to improve accuracy and efficiency of engineering processes.
- Assisted with cost proposal development and customer presentations.
- Delivered high-quality products consistently by adhering closely to industry standards and best practices within each stage of a given project''s lifecycle.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
- Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
- Developed detailed project plans to ensure timely completion and deliverables were met.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Designer
P&R Fire
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Presented creative solutions to client challenges, resulting in high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
- Produced high-quality mockups for client approval during the iterative design process, saving time on revisions later down the line.
- Championed the adoption of new design software tools, improving overall team productivity and capabilities.
- Ability to design and construct wet-fire systems by hand or by using AutoCAD.
- Fostering time management techniques to deliver material lists for pipework, on time and on budget.
- Allowed for various designs to be implemented within the same space for cost-saving.
- Hydraulic calculations using Hyena.
- Provided diagrams from scratch.
Construction Estimator / Designer
Flamesafe
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans, and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
- Reviewed and updated cost databases to maintain access to most current and accurate information on costs and prices.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
- Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
- Continuously updated database of subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors for efficient resource allocation in future projects.
- Collaborated with other departments and contractors to access all necessary information and expertise to create comprehensive estimates.
- Contributed to company growth by consistently winning bids through competitive pricing strategies and strong negotiation skills.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
- Assessed risks and uncertainties to identify potential challenges and prepare contingency plans.
Fabrication Hand
Australian Fire Supplies
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for dispatch on time.
- Assisted in sharing knowledge of best practices and company procedures.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Fabricate mild steel pipework, and galvanised metal.
- Follow cutting sheets, and lists.
- Operate automated machinery.
Apprentice Sprinkler Fitter 1st Year
Hutchison Fire
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Executed thorough testing procedures after installations to ensure proper functioning of all components within the sprinkler system.
- Streamlined inventory management by organizing storage areas and keeping track of supplies needed for upcoming projects.
- Prepared budgets and estimated costs for potential work on piping systems.
- Enhanced fire safety by installing and maintaining sprinkler systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Upheld high-quality standards during installation processes, resulting in a decreased need for future repairs or adjustments.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Perform drain downs & re-charge of installation.
- Ability to attend work each day with a fresh attitude.
Cadet Engineer
Force Fire & Safety Pty Ltd
01.2017 - 04.2019
- Participated in continuous learning programs to maintain expertise in current engineering practices and software tools.
- Read through relevant Australian standards for sprinklers, hydrants, hose reels and extinguishers.
- Performed full design and construct estimates.
- Reported to both directors.
- Ensured costs were facilitated in excel for ease of formulations.
- Quoted over 2000 + tenders valued 2k- 7.2million
- Learned project management best practices.
- Read through the BCA and NFPA 13.
- Utilised fire engineered reports, specifications Fire Engineered Brief Questionnaire and the like to achieve accurate bid estimates and budget consultancy.
Team Member / Cook
KFC
08.2013 - 01.2018
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Performed basic cooking practices.
- Learned shift supervisor role.
- Obtained recognition for high performance.
- Applied time management techniques to deliver quality on-time.
Education
Mechanical Engineering - Technical - Engineering
Tafe
Granville10.2019
Year 12 - English, Maths, PDHPE, Visual Arts, Senior Science
Greystanes High School
Greystanes, NSW11.2016
Skills
- Scope development
- Schedule Coordination
- Project Coordination
- Blueprint Analysis
- Project estimation and bidding
- Material takeoffs
- Construction Cost Estimates
- Data Collection
- Value Engineering
- Bid preparation
- Team building
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Computer Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Certification
White Card
Drivers Licence (C) Class
Timeline
Estimator
2020 Fire
05.2023 - 08.2024
Project Engineer
Ultrasafe Fire
01.2023 - 05.2023
Designer
P&R Fire
03.2022 - 08.2022
Construction Estimator / Designer
Flamesafe
03.2021 - 10.2021
Fabrication Hand
Australian Fire Supplies
10.2019 - 01.2020
Apprentice Sprinkler Fitter 1st Year
Hutchison Fire
04.2019 - 12.2019
Cadet Engineer
Force Fire & Safety Pty Ltd
01.2017 - 04.2019
Team Member / Cook
KFC
08.2013 - 01.2018
Mechanical Engineering - Technical - Engineering
Tafe
Year 12 - English, Maths, PDHPE, Visual Arts, Senior Science
Greystanes High School
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