Colleen Thomas
San Diego
Summary
Skilled Estimator with 11 years experience in the builder services estimation fields of Residential, Multi-Family, and Commercial. Well-versed in working with architectural drawings and quantifying projects efficiently. Strong problem-solving and communication abilities. Motivated to learn, grow and excel with a positive team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Estimator
DFS Flooring
10.2022 - Current
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates for apartments, townhomes, hotels, laboratories, colleges, coffee houses, restaurants and various other commerical buildings.
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements and joined on site visits when needed for field measures.
Estimating Manager
Interior Logic Group, Inc - Picket Fence
12.2016 - 10.2022
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate quantity analysis.
- Developed department process for flooring, counter and wall proposals.
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Analyzed buildings to prepare estimates for production work.
- Communicated with builders and contractors on residential and commercial projects to deliver status updates to customers.
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
- Devised, enhanced and communicated deliverable timetables by reviewing project requirements, scope and resources to make accurate assessments.
- Collaborated with Corporate teams to streamline process.
- Maintained communication within all departments on process and timelines.
Estimator/Project Cordinator
Interior Specialists, Inc.
02.2012 - 12.2016
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Gathered requirements for ongoing projects and organized details for management use.
Education
Associate of Science - Nutrition Sciences
Riverside Community College
Riverside, CASkills
- Bid Reviewing
- Training Junior Team Members
- Program Improvements
- Efficiency Estimation
- Team Meetings
- Material Estimates
- Material Take-Offs
- New Construction and Remodeling
Timeline
Commercial Estimator
DFS Flooring
10.2022 - Current
Estimating Manager
Interior Logic Group, Inc - Picket Fence
12.2016 - 10.2022
Estimator/Project Cordinator
Interior Specialists, Inc.
02.2012 - 12.2016
Associate of Science - Nutrition Sciences
Riverside Community College
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