Jor-El Garcia
Sylmar,CA
Summary
Senior Electrical Estimator with 20+ years experience in electrical construction cost estimation. Demonstrated ability to mentor junior estimators and implement process improvements, resulting in enhanced efficiency and team performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Estimator
Helix Electric Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
09.2005 - Current
- Developed comprehensive cost estimates for complex electrical projects, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project specifications.
- Collaborated with project managers and engineers to evaluate design changes and their impact on overall project costs.
- Analyzed bid documents and specifications to identify key requirements and deliverables for accurate estimation.
- Mentored junior estimators, enhancing team capabilities in cost estimation techniques and industry best practices.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined estimation workflows, reducing turnaround time for proposals.
- Utilized advanced estimating software to generate detailed quantity takeoffs and labor/material cost assessments.
- Reviewed subcontractor bids and qualifications to ensure compliance with project standards and budgets.
Project Engineer
Steiny & Company
Los Angeles, CA
03.2005 - 09.2005
- Worked on the Metro Gold Line Extension
- Reviewed designed electrical plans and provided quantitative takeoffs for change orders.
- Attended coordination meetings with electrical engineers and clients.
- Worked closely with the Project Manager to ensure all deliverables are on schedule and accurate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
California Polytechnic State University
Pomona, CA06.2003
Skills
- Bid preparation using Accubid Anywhere, Excel, MS Word
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Scope definition and review
- Material takeoff techniques and quantity take-offs
- Teamwork and collaboration with pre-construction managers and operations
- Time management
- Vendor relationships
- Construction cost estimates
- Residential and commercial construction experience
- Value engineering
- Solicit and obtaining bids from subcontractors
- Lead and manage estimators
Timeline
Senior Estimator
Helix Electric Inc.
09.2005 - Current
Project Engineer
Steiny & Company
03.2005 - 09.2005
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
California Polytechnic State University