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Chad Lawrence

Summary

I am experienced in both the field and office work within the construction industry. I am looking to integrate myself into a new role to further develop myself and take on new challenges within the construction industry.

Precise Estimator delivers consistently insightful cost projections for projects. Resourceful analyzer utilizes various estimation techniques to verify accuracy of relevant cost factors. Tactfully relays budget inputs to team for constructing cohesive cost blueprints.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Estimator

Concept Controls Inc.
02.2024 - Current
  • Analyzed project specifications to provide accurate cost estimates and resource allocation.
  • Developed comprehensive bid proposals incorporating labor, materials, and equipment costs.
  • Collaborated with project managers to assess project feasibility and budget constraints.
  • Reviewed and revised estimates based on client feedback and changing project requirements.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify potential cost overruns or project delays.
  • Boosted sales revenues by developing and implementing strategic local sales plans.
  • Increased sales revenue by implementing strategic sales plans and promotions.

Junior Estimator

Excel Homes
04.2022 - 01.2025
  • Daily Tasks:
  • Knowledgeable in estimating all scopes of a single-family home.
  • Reviews and analyses plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
  • Develops quantity takeoffs from blueprints and drawings using computer-aided design systems or manual calculations.
  • Provides input into cost control processes including budget preparation and tracking.
  • Compiles data from suppliers to update material pricing databases as needed.

Floor Mechanic

Concrete Solutions
05.2021 - 04.2022
  • Assist Foreman with daily tasks:
  • Write up FLHA daily and keep it updated with new tasks and hazards
  • Knowledge of self leveling concrete
  • Knowledge of epoxies urethane and MMA
  • Experienced with hand tools and large floor prepping equipment.

Project Intern

Thermal Systems
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Assist Project Manager and other coordinators with estimations and project coordination:
  • Sending RFE and RFI’s to General Contractors.
  • Quantity takeoffs of exteriors of large commercial projects.
  • Interacting with suppliers getting pricing and finding lead times of items.
  • Reviewing drawings and specs to identify scopes the company would be interested in pursuing.
  • Participated in closeout meetings, assisted in producing documents and organizing them.
  • Reviewed change order documents. Presented findings to project team and developed an action plan for them.

Laborer

PCL
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • In support of a commercial construction (refurbishment) project in Downtown Calgary:
  • Build temporary structures that allowed skilled workers to reach greater heights to complete tasks.
  • Measure, cut and lay-out materials based on individual job requirements.
  • Used organizational skills to meet productivity requirements.
  • Champion for health safety and the environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Construction Project Management

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary, AB

Skills

  • Experienced with Revit and AutoCAD
  • Experienced with Plan swift and Bluebeam Estimation software’s
  • Scheduling Experience using software’s such as MS project and Primavera P6
  • Proficient with MS office suite of Products
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Multi-disciplinary and multi-tasking
  • Confined Space Certification
  • H2S Alive Training
  • CSTS
  • Elevated Platform Ticket
  • Standard First Aid Ticket
  • Bid preparation
  • Design review
  • Change order management
  • Project estimation and bidding

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Certified Cost Control Technician, AACE - Feb 2025

Timeline

Project Estimator

Concept Controls Inc.
02.2024 - Current

Junior Estimator

Excel Homes
04.2022 - 01.2025

Floor Mechanic

Concrete Solutions
05.2021 - 04.2022

Project Intern

Thermal Systems
01.2021 - 04.2021

Laborer

PCL
08.2020 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Construction Project Management

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Chad Lawrence