Sandra Katsikis
Brunswick West
Summary
Knowledgeable Estimator with background in assisting with project cost estimation and bid preparation. Proven ability to support estimation process by gathering and analyzing data, and contributing to accurate project budgets. Demonstrated teamwork and analytical skills in fast-paced environments. Detail oriented, enthusiastic and self-directed. An adaptable and collaborative problem solver. High competency in using Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Estimator
Ecodynamics Landscaping
06.2018 - Current
- Built and maintained bespoke estimating software. Introduction resulted in decreased time to prepare quotes by more than 50 per cent.
- Prepared detailed quotations for soft landscaping works required for commercial and large government construction projects, often in tight time frames.
- Read and analysed drawings, specifications and digital maps (such as NearMap), to understand and confirm detailed project deliverables and scope.
- Liaised with clients on timing, cost opportunities and feasibility of proposed scope of works, to assist clients in achieving successful landscapes.
- Handover any awarded contracts to the Program Management team for implementation.
- Followed and contributed to internal estimating policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with other team members on prioritising and managing group workload on a daily basis.
- Lead estimator for implementation, training and auditing of Pronto quotation content.
- Supported in project administration role ensuring all landscaping crew were inducted, appropriately trained and had current licenses and certifications to allow for seamless site inductions on new projects. Updated customer and internal portals and databases with employee and monthly project metrics.
Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher & Trainer
Self Employed
01.2011 - 01.2017
Co-Director
GSKAT P/L
10.2006 - 02.2015
- Company Overview: Own-operated family business which owned multiple Subway franchises, employing approximately 40 sandwich artists.
- Managed and performed all Payroll and Accounts duties.
Remedial Massage Therapist & Infant Massage Instructor Trainer
IMIS
04.2009 - 12.2013
Product Development & Engineering
Ford Motor Company
01.1996 - 01.2008
- Commenced in the Ford Graduate Program and achieved a successful career with promotions to a number of positions including Test Engineer, Plant Vehicle Engineer, Design Engineer, and Vehicle Integration Supervisor.
- Selected by Ford Australia President to become a graduate International Service Engineer - accepted a 12 month posting in Michigan USA to undertake this prestigious role.
- Developed positive and professional reputation as an excellent team player, easy to work with and focused on resolving problems through finding holistic solutions, with key stakeholder engagement.
- Proficient in all corporate design, development and change management processes, including FMEA, DVP&R, 8D Problem solving, 6 sigma.
- As Vehicle Integration Supervisor, responsible for facilitating and championing the attribute tradeoff process; developing and implementing strategies; setting and delivering vehicle level targets; tracking the completion of system and component level tests across all departments; managing the Development vehicle fleet; led, coached and mentored vehicle integration engineers.
- Built and developed strong working relationships with colleagues (ranging from production line workers to senior management and cross-functional teams) both locally and internationally.
Education
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Hons.) -
RMIT
Bachelor of Applied Science - Mathematics
RMIT
Certificate IV in Training & Assessment -
HBA
Diploma in Remedial Massage -
ACNM
Melbourne, VICCertificate in Cybersecurity -
Monash University
Skills
- Microsoft office
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Quantity take-offs
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Cost estimation
Certification
- 2023 (ISC)² Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
- 2023 Cybersecurity Bootcamp, Monash University
Timeline
Assistant Estimator
Ecodynamics Landscaping
06.2018 - Current
Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher & Trainer
Self Employed
01.2011 - 01.2017
Remedial Massage Therapist & Infant Massage Instructor Trainer
IMIS
04.2009 - 12.2013
Co-Director
GSKAT P/L
10.2006 - 02.2015
Product Development & Engineering
Ford Motor Company
01.1996 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Hons.) -
RMIT
Bachelor of Applied Science - Mathematics
RMIT
Certificate IV in Training & Assessment -
HBA
Diploma in Remedial Massage -
ACNM
Certificate in Cybersecurity -
Monash University
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