Dane Verret-Maskell
Ottawa,Canada
Summary
Estimator with five-year track record of developing and maintaining cost estimation for large and small projects. Experienced in estimating and providing accurate reports on material costs, labor for construction projects, and negotiating contracts. Maintains great relations with contractors and vendors.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimator
R.W. Tomlinson Ltd.
Ottawa, Ontario
06.2021 - 04.2026
- Prepared comprehensive cost estimates for construction projects by analyzing project specifications and requirements.
- Utilized estimating software to generate accurate proposals.
- Collaborated with engineers, architects, and contractors to develop precise estimates, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
- Reviewed bids from subcontractors and suppliers for compliance.
- Addressed client inquiries regarding bid details, providing clear explanations of cost drivers.
- Maintained confidentiality of client and prospective client information, protecting individual interests and business partnerships.
- Perform quantity calculations and full take-offs for all tender items.
- Issues job transmittals to construction teams.
- Chaired hand-over meetings with the project teams to convey estimation productions, risks and opportunities carried in the estimate.
- Provided take off and change order support for ongoing contracts
Assistant Contract Administrator
McIntosh Perry Consulting Engineers
01.2018 - 06.2021
- Liaised with contractors and clients to enhance project communication, streamlining information flow and decision-making.
- Preparing reports, quantity measurements, claims and payment certifications.
- Reviewing preliminary site plans for regulation compliance.
- Promoted and enforced compliance with health and safety regulations, contributing to a safer work environment.
- Supervising site inspectors working on various construction site projects at different field office locations.
Senior Inspector
McIntosh Perry Consulting Engineers
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Read and interpret plans, drawings and contract specifications.
- Monitored work procedures and ensured timely delivery of materials to site.
- Documented quantities collected to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Submit detailed reports of the contractors' activities.
- Record and document quantities.
- Participated in resolving technical issues and coordinated contract compliance.
Senior Inspector/Office Administrator
LEA Consulting Ltd
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Submit detailed reports of the contractors' activities.
- Maintained comprehensive records of fieldwork operations to ensure accurate documentation.
- Supported field staff in daily operations by providing assistance with tasks and responsibilities.
- Drafted daily and weekly reports for submissions to provide clear updates on project status.
- Assist field staff with various duties.
- Documented and sent correspondence between multiple stakeholders to ensure clear communication.
- Recorded and issued correspondence to/from various parties.
Junior Estimator/Quality Control
R.M Bélanger Construction Ltd.
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Estimated and bid on structures and roadwork to support project planning and budget alignment.
- Participated in field quality control inspections to ensure compliance with project standards.
Soil Technician/Laborer
Denis Gratton Construction Ltd.
01.2010 - 01.2012
Quality Control Field Technician
TeraNorth Construction & Engineering Ltd.
01.2006 - 01.2009
Education
Civil Engineering Technician Program -
Cambrian College of Applied Arts and Technology
Sudbury, Ontario01-2006
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) -
École Secondaire Macdonald-Cartier
Sudbury, Ontario01-2004
Skills
- Cost estimation and bid analysis
- Quantity take-offs and project bidding
- Contract compliance and risk assessment
- Material procurement and estimating software
- Attention to detail in estimates
- Estimation software
- Contract analysis
Training And Licenses
- Road Construction Contract Administrator (rcca), 2019
- Road Construction Senior Inspector (rcsi), 2016
- OACETT Member - Certified Technician # 884472, 2016
- Road Construction Junior Inspector (rcji), 2014
- PADI Certified (Advanced diving), 2015
- ACI/WHIMIS/Fall Arrest, 2006
- G Class Driver's License, 2005
Languages
- English
- French
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Estimator
R.W. Tomlinson Ltd.
06.2021 - 04.2026
Assistant Contract Administrator
McIntosh Perry Consulting Engineers
01.2018 - 06.2021
Senior Inspector
McIntosh Perry Consulting Engineers
01.2017 - 01.2018
Senior Inspector/Office Administrator
LEA Consulting Ltd
01.2014 - 01.2017
Junior Estimator/Quality Control
R.M Bélanger Construction Ltd.
01.2012 - 01.2014
Soil Technician/Laborer
Denis Gratton Construction Ltd.
01.2010 - 01.2012
Quality Control Field Technician
TeraNorth Construction & Engineering Ltd.
01.2006 - 01.2009
Civil Engineering Technician Program -
Cambrian College of Applied Arts and Technology
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) -
École Secondaire Macdonald-Cartier