Jenna Mackinnon
Woodstock,ON
Summary
Driven construction professional with over two years of hands-on experience in residential renovation and project estimating.
Co-owner and operations lead of a contracting business responsible for quoting, budgeting, scheduling, and cost control across diverse residential projects.
Combines deep knowledge of construction methods and materials with strong organizational and communication skills. Proven ability to deliver accurate estimates, coordinate trades, and maintain profitability through disciplined planning and execution.
Currently enrolling in George Brown College's Construction Estimating Certificate Program to formalize technical training and expand expertise in large-scale estimation and project management.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Co-Owner
Self- Employed
Woodstock, Ontario
05.2023 - Current
Led estimating and operations for residential renovations, including kitchens and full-home remodels.
Prepared detailed cost estimates and budgets using Excel and QuickBooks.
Coordinated subcontractors, suppliers, and client schedules to uphold project timelines.
Negotiated pricing and managed change orders to ensure financial accuracy.
Oversaw project budgets from initiation to completion, effectively reconciling costs.
Developed a client portal system to streamline communication and document sharing.
Collaborated with marketing agencies to design digital advertising campaigns, enhancing brand visibility.
Founded Cruz Contracting, establishing branding elements that reflect a modern, trusted construction identity.
Built a client portal system to streamline communication, progress updates, and document sharing for homeowners and subcontractors.
Created Excel-based estimating and profitability tools to track subcontractor rates, materials, and job costs in real time.
Coordinated with external bookkeeping to align project financials, reconcile accounts, and maintain HST compliance.
Developed standardized renovation packages with built-in margin tracking, allowing for consistent quoting and higher profitability.
Oversaw strategic business growth through community networking, vendor partnerships, and repeat-client relationships.
Education
Certificate - Construction Estimation
George Brown College
TorontoSkills
- Project management and workflow coordination
- Cost estimation and material take-offs
- Budget planning & profit margin analysis
- Client communication and negotiation
- Subcontractor coordination and scheduling
- Excel modeling and QuickBooks estimating
- Blueprint reading and specification review
- Change order documentation and cost tracking
- Procurement and vendor management
- Site supervision and quality control
- Building code awareness and safety compliance
- Team leadership and cross-trade collaboration
Value Statement
Known for bridging business strategy with construction expertise to deliver efficient, profitable, and client-focused results.
Career Focus
Advancing into construction estimation and project management roles that combine analytical budgeting, leadership, and hands-on construction expertise.
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Timeline
Business Co-Owner
Self- Employed
05.2023 - Current
Certificate - Construction Estimation
George Brown College