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Education
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JACQUELINE S. BUFFETT

JACQUELINE S. BUFFETT

Summary

Experienced professional seeking a career transition.

Approachable, loyal, and committed to communication, time management, and success. Determined and enjoy working as a team and eager to contribute to its success. Desire to further develop professional skills, safety certifications, bringing a positive attitude for continuous learning and growth. A team contributor with strong organizational capabilities, experienced in handling numerous projects while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and deadlines. Not afraid to ask for help.

Education

Trades Studies

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, Alberta
03-2011

Architectural Doors & Hardware

Door Hardware Institute
Online

Certification

  • Valid Alberta Driver's License
  • Valid Canadian Passport
  • Valid Canadian Firearms License (PAL-UR)


  • CSTS November 2022
  • WHMIS (yearly thru LITMOS at IFS)
  • SFA CPR Level C/ AED (recertification in progress)


  • AAADM Certified Inspector of Power Operated Pedestrian Doors (industry specific)

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Task prioritization
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organizational skills
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Blueprint analysis
  • Material/ Quantity takeoffs, Estimate preparation, Proposal writing
  • Estimating software
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork
  • Proofreading
  • Change order management

Work History

ESTIMATOR (FT)

Industrial Floor Systems Corp.
11.2022 - 03.2025
  • Analyzed Architectural Specifications & Finish Schedule in Drawings pertaining to Concrete Finishing in Divisions 3, 7, and 9 – sealed, polished, and epoxy/ polyurethane and waterproofing membrane.
  • Participated in pre-bid meetings and bid-clarification meetings to ensure scopes are complete and layout exclusions.
  • Maintained national accounts: Home Depot, Dollar Tree, and Loblaws.
  • CRM ZOHO bid tracking/ calendar; list of bidders, scopes of work, task list, addenda, RFIs.
  • Calculated labor hours accurately based on trade-specific productivity rates, with project construction schedule.
  • Specialized software ZOHO CRM, MS SharePoint, Litmos, MS Office, MS Teams, Togal AI & Planswift (takeoffs), Sage/Timberline (Change Orders) for project management accounting.
  • Collaborated with other departments and contractors to access all necessary information and expertise to create comprehensive estimates.
  • Presented bid proposals to clients with scope details of products, shine level, aggregate exposure, and coating thicknesses.
  • Managed pre-qualification contract document submittals, CCNs, RFIs, product safety data sheets and technical submittals, O&M submittals, equivalent products requests to preferred product suppliers.
  • Attended site visits with required PPE as needed.
  • Trusted keyholder.
  • Notable contracts awarded in 2024 are MacEwan School of Business (Ledcor) for $707,000 and Lewis Farms Recreation Centre (PCL) for $717,000. Completion mid-2026.

CLERK (PT)

Sobeys Liquor Hollick-Kenyon 5045
08.2019 - 08.2022
  • Handled money transactions accurately and cashed out float, handled deposits, and paperwork at end of shift
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks while providing customer service.
  • Replenished stock on sales floor
  • Reduced errors in data entry through rigorous attention to detail and double-checking work.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to privacy policies.
  • Damaged goods recorded and disposed of using proper processes
  • Answered and managed incoming calls.
  • Inventory Control - Cycle Counts
  • In-house e-learning courses including Loss Prevention and WHMIS
  • Provided excellent customer service, suggested products to customers
  • Completed weekly safety inspection checks of extinguishers, ladders, pallet jacks, and general store areas
  • Sanitization of store during shift, cardboard recycling, and mopping of floors
  • Proper safe handling use of manual pallet jacks and knives

JUNIOR ESTIMATOR (FT)

Trimtech Industries Inc.
11.2012 - 08.2022
  • Commercial Door & Finish Hardware Supplier
  • Largest bids in 2022: The Parks, a 45-story residential high-rise and Garneau Residence (2 towers mixed-use – West Tower with 19 level student housing and the East Tower with 29 floors residential) General Contractor: Ledcor; Construction Developer: MacLab Developments
  • Managed bid invitations in Microsoft Outlook
  • Processed Non-Disclosure Agreements to access confidential bid documents
  • Processed and notified General Contractors, like Ledcor, Bird, and PCL, via email acceptance of bid invites via Building Connected, PlanSource, and other company-specific programs
  • Designed and managed bid calendar using Trello - list of bidders, scopes of work, task list, new changes to documents and updated close date.
  • Downloaded all pertinent documents to Fieldwire digital online document storage
  • Analyzed architectural drawings, specifications, and addenda to complete quantity take-off of Hollow Metal Doors, Pressed Steel Frames, and Finish Hardware, Washroom Accessories, Toilet Partitions, and other scopes as required into Microsoft Excel spreadsheet.
  • Ensured timely submission of bids by efficiently managing multiple projects simultaneously and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
  • Excellent internal and external customer service by addressing customers concerns promptly.
  • Created and transmitted RFIs and vendor quote requests
  • Collaborated and strategized closely with owner and participated in yearly inventory
  • Site visits in full PPE for measuring and attain other project information
  • Transmitted and presented electronic bid on-time
  • Maintained filing system for department and storage of old files
  • Recorded project bid to track quotes outbound vs. contracts inbound
  • Transferred acquired contracts to the Project Management department to process and oversee the next phase of awarded contract

ESTIMATOR (FT)

Allmar International
04.2011 - 10.2012
  • Commercial Door & Finish Hardware Supplier in construction
  • Learned & supported the Hollow Metal Door & Pressed Steel Frame estimating team
  • Bid commercial construction projects for Edmonton, Northern, and Central Alberta
  • Project Management - won small, awarded contracts

RECEIVING DESK CLERK (FT)

Sobeys West Retail Support Centre
08.2004 - 12.2010
  • OH & S Committee member
  • Operated office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, fax machines, voice mail systems and personal computers.
  • Accurate data entry of quantities of non-perishable/ cigarettes POs into the EXE system for later distribution by the Billing Desk
  • Utilized computer and job-related software to maintain and update filing, inventory, and database systems.
  • Tracked Overages, Shorts, and Damages (CN/CP Rail)
  • Other roles held: Billing Desk (Outbound to Stores), Meat Desk, Credit Desk, Appointment Desk, Pallet Control

Interests

  • Animal Welfare Advocacy
  • Gym Workouts
  • I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
  • Enjoy participating in daily walks for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Gardening
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Camping
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Road Trips
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Work Availability

monday
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Timeline

ESTIMATOR (FT)

Industrial Floor Systems Corp.
11.2022 - 03.2025

CLERK (PT)

Sobeys Liquor Hollick-Kenyon 5045
08.2019 - 08.2022

JUNIOR ESTIMATOR (FT)

Trimtech Industries Inc.
11.2012 - 08.2022

ESTIMATOR (FT)

Allmar International
04.2011 - 10.2012

RECEIVING DESK CLERK (FT)

Sobeys West Retail Support Centre
08.2004 - 12.2010

Trades Studies

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Architectural Doors & Hardware

Door Hardware Institute

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JACQUELINE S. BUFFETT