Luke Murray
Auckland ,Auckland
Summary
Experienced Estimator with 10 years in the Construction industry. Graduated with a Construction Management Diploma with practical experience delivering projects on site including pricing of works, cost reporting, and management of subcontractors for package values up to $6M.
Highly adaptable to different clients and project types from experience working in both residential and commercial environments. International experience providing project management and successfully overseeing electrical installations.
Experienced at managing and delivering solutions autonomously and within restricted timeframes, responsive to the requirements of stakeholders to ensure efficient project delivery. Motivated to enhance client satisfaction through effective communication. Committed to continuous improvement in construction efficiency through robust Estimation and Project management solutions and innovation. .
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Estimator
Western Pacific enterprises
Vancouver, British Columbia
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and updated cost estimates by documenting relevant information into jobs in internal database.
- Worked closely with clients to understand their needs and develop scope of work documents.
- Actively participated in meetings with clients, architects, engineers and other stakeholders involved in the project planning process.
- Assisted in the development of junior estimators through mentoring and hands-on training.
- Coordinated with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotes and validate budget assumptions.
- Formulated proposals and processed work orders by analyzing and calculating field measurements, survey plans and plot plans.
Estimator/ Projects Coordinator
Tubman Heating
Auckland, NZ
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Established a reputation for delivering reliable and accurate estimates, resulting in increased client trust and repeat business opportunities.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labour costs.
- Streamlined the bidding process by managing multiple subcontractor quotes and ensuring timely submissions.
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
Electrical Foreman
JETS Electrical
06.2017 - 03.2022
- Demonstrated effective leadership as a Commercial Electrical Foreman, overseeing and coordinating teams of electricians
- Evaluated job site and project specifications to determine supply needs, coordinating availability of equipment and materials.
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for project timelines, resource allocation, and workflow
- Completed projects on time in a time-efficient manner.
Electrician
Parsons Electrical
03.2012 - 03.2017
- Designed, installed and maintained lighting and electrical systems.
- Conducted thorough testing of newly installed components to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.
- Mentored apprentice electricians through hands-on training sessions to foster professional growth within the trade industry.
- Performed accurate calculations for wire sizing, conduit fill, voltage drop, load balancing, grounding system design, and other relevant factors involved in commercial projects.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Construction Management
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Lower Hutt, NZ03.2024
Qualified Master Electrician - Electrical Engineering
Electrical Training Company Organisation
Wellington, NZ03.2016
High School Diploma -
Wellington College
Wellington, NZ12.2011
Skills
- Project Management
- Estimating
- Material takeoffs
- Residential construction
- Estimate Preparation
- Estimating Software
- Budget development
- Cost estimation
- Value engineering
- Project estimation and bidding
- Construction management
Contact
Auckland New Zealand
Education
Wellington, NZ,Wellington, NZ,Lower Hutt, NZ
Languages
5
References
References available upon request
Skills
Project Management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Bid preparation
- Construction Cost Estimates
Timeline
Project Estimator
Western Pacific enterprises
07.2024 - Current
Estimator/ Projects Coordinator
Tubman Heating
07.2022 - 06.2024
Electrical Foreman
JETS Electrical
06.2017 - 03.2022
Electrician
Parsons Electrical
03.2012 - 03.2017
Graduate Diploma - Construction Management
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Qualified Master Electrician - Electrical Engineering
Electrical Training Company Organisation
High School Diploma -
Wellington College
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