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Skills
Certification
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Joel George

Halifax,NS

Summary

Results-oriented and detail-driven construction estimator with 1 year of experience in accurately assessing project costs and timelines. Adept at analyzing blueprints, conducting material and labor cost estimations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success. Profound liaising experience in the construction industry. Seeking to leverage my expertise in cost analysis, budget management, and proficiency in industry-standard estimating software to contribute to the success of the company.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Life insurance Agent

WFG
Halifax, NS
03.2024 - Current
  • Provide advice to clients and recommend insurance products
  • Provide intermediary services between insurance companies and clients
  • Interview prospective clients to gather data about them
  • Sell life policies that payout on death
  • Sell annuities that pay an income at retirement
  • Analyze the client's current portfolios and make recommendations
  • Assist clients during the claims process
  • Maintain electronic and paper records

Line Cook

Ristorante A Mano
Halifax, NS
12.2021 - Current
  • Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
  • Prepare food for service
  • Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
  • Answer, report and follow executive or sours chef's instructions
  • Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
  • Stock inventory appropriately

Freelance Estimator
Kelowna, BC
07.2020 - 06.2021
  • Working knowledge of construction techniques and building material
  • Investigating new job leads via website and telephone leads
  • Built strong relationships with preferred contractors and company leaders
  • Created and maintained some of the databases and documents used daily

Junior Estimator

Downsview group
Toronto, ON
05.2019 - 12.2019
  • Company Overview: Landscaping Company
  • Assisted with management of construction projects from pre-bid pricing/cost estimating phase (via blueprint drawing analysis/take-off & field assessments) to post-construction phases
  • Read and reviewed blueprints and specifications to form a scope of work for every trade and performed quantity take-offs for the various materials and finishesJoel George 647-408-2243 joelgrgsays@gmail.com
  • Negotiated the construction price with subcontractors for the competitive bidding and Expanded network and improved cooperation with subcontractors company leaders
  • Performed on an average of 2-3 landscaping projects per week ranging around $500k-$1.5 million
  • Participated in pre-bidding and pre-construction meetings and sent out RFIs and requests for change orders
  • Landscaping Company
  • The company offered a rare part-time position to keep me as a part of the team
  • I had a chance to associate in works with well-known companies and projects like Ellisdon, Aecon, Pcl, TMG, Ledcor, Metrolinx etc

Toronto Transit Commission Maintenance

TBM Service Group
Toronto, ON
02.2018 - 04.2019
  • Company Overview: Cleaning Company
  • Hands-on experience in washing and cleaning bus exteriors, interiors, and upholstery
  • Immense knowledge of standard cleaning and safety procedures
  • Operational knowledge of manual wash tools, pick-up truck, and portable water tank
  • Familiarity with use and inventory management of cleaning agents
  • Ability to manage and perform all tasks in normal and adverse work conditions, efficiently
  • Ability to collect and dispose off garbage, to maintain a proper hygienic environment
  • Cleaned, tidied, and organized the job site after completion of work
  • Cleaning Company

Education

Construction Project Management -

Columbia University
07.2024

Construction Engineering Technology -

George Brown College
06.2020

Skills

  • Interpretation of construction documents
  • Quantity surveying
  • Building code
  • Site management practices
  • Timber construction technology
  • Preparation of contract documents
  • Problem management
  • Request fulfillment
  • Construction material testing
  • Electrical and mechanical installation
  • Risk mitigation
  • 3D modeling
  • MS Word
  • Project
  • Excel
  • Outlook
  • Powerpoint
  • Bluebeam Revu
  • Planswift
  • Revit

Certification

  • First aid and CPR training
  • WHIMS
  • Basics of traffic control
  • Fundamentals of supervision
  • Health and safety awareness
  • Confined space awareness
  • Life Insurance and Segregated Funds

Applicationskillsandknowledge

  • MS Word
  • Project
  • Excel
  • Outlook
  • Powerpoint
  • Bluebeam Revu
  • Planswift
  • Revit

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer Student, Unique Carpentry, Toronto, ON, 08/01/18, Prepares and maintains a directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors., Maintain an organized job site, including the construction office, Ensure project materials and workmanship meets project quality standards and design requirements

References

Upon Request

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Limited
Tamil
Professional
Malayalam
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Life insurance Agent

WFG
03.2024 - Current

Line Cook

Ristorante A Mano
12.2021 - Current

Freelance Estimator
07.2020 - 06.2021

Junior Estimator

Downsview group
05.2019 - 12.2019

Toronto Transit Commission Maintenance

TBM Service Group
02.2018 - 04.2019

Construction Project Management -

Columbia University

Construction Engineering Technology -

George Brown College
Joel George