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Manali Patel

Toronto,On/ Ready To Relocate

Summary

Civil Engineering graduate with 2+ years of experience in site coordination and construction management. Skilled in blueprint reading, quantity take-offs, cost tracking, and project documentation. Strong knowledge of construction methods, OHSA standards, and budgeting support. Eager to begin a career in estimating and contribute to accurate, cost-effective project planning.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Estimator

Dongre Project Management Pvt. Ltd.
, India
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Led the full pre-award bidding process for 8 residential and commercial projects, including a 15-storey, $17 million mixed-use building, preparing BOQs, pricing sheets, bid packages, and compliance documents.
  • Reviewed and analyzed over 500 technical drawings across architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines using Bluebeam Revu to extract accurate scope and quantities, recorded in Excel-based templates.
  • Prepared detailed cost estimates ranging from $1.2 million to $17 million, with itemized breakdowns of labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor costs, and overhead.
  • Issued 120+ RFQs to suppliers and subcontractors, evaluated proposals, and negotiated pricing and contract terms for specialized materials and services.
  • Resolved 25+ technical RFIs during pre- and post-bid stages to clarify scope, specifications, and drawing inconsistencies in collaboration with consultants and internal stakeholders.
  • Supported post-award activities for 3 active projects, assisting with quantity tracking, client RA billing, subcontractor invoice verification, and reconciliation against approved site measurements.
  • Maintained organized cost documentation and billing records in compliance with project contracts, contributing to 12 monthly reports presented to senior management.
  • Facilitated the transition of awarded projects to the execution phase by coordinating planning sessions, tracking production schedules, and supporting site-level quality checks.
  • Participated in cost control and value engineering efforts, helping identify 10+ potential savings opportunities without compromising design or functionality.

Junior Estimator/Project Coordinator's Assistant

Shree Rang Avdhut
Vadodara, Gujrat
03.2021 - 02.2022
  • Assisted in preparing and verifying interim and final client bills based on actual site progress and contractual milestones.
  • Tracked quantities executed on-site and cross-checked with BOQs, WBS, and drawings to ensure accurate billing and prevent revenue loss.
  • Conducted quantity take-offs for interior works such as drywall, flooring, and cabinetry using AutoCAD and Excel under tight deadlines.
  • Maintained billing records, measurement books, and cost tracking sheets to support project control and audit readiness.
  • Coordinated with the QS team and client representatives for RA bill reconciliation, joint measurements, and resolving billing discrepancies.
  • Supported communication between the site team, project superintendent, and client QS to validate progress and assist in claim resolution.

Education

Construction project management -

Lambton College
ON
08.2024

Bachelor of Civil Engineering -

Charusat University
India
06.2021

Diploma in Civil Engineering -

M.S University
India
07.2018

Skills

  • Quantity Takeoffs & Estimation: Material takeoffs using Bluebeam, OST; cost estimation by CSI MasterFormat for labor, material, and equipment
  • Tendering & Bidding: Bid preparation, pricing research, proposals, RFPs, and tender submissions
  • Procurement & Vendor Coordination: RFQs, quote comparisons, material sourcing, and basic contract handling
  • Cost & Billing Support: Budget tracking, change orders, invoice preparation, payment follow-ups
  • Software: Bluebeam, OST, PlanSwift, AutoCAD, MS Office, MS Project, Procore, SharePoint
  • Soft Skills: Organized, detail-oriented, strong communicator, problem-solver, team player

Additional Information

Autodesk CAD, Revit, Navisworks, Dynamo BIM, STAAD pro, ETABS, M.S office.

Projects

Estimation of 1 Storey Residential Building 

Lambton College , North York , On . Canada

Worked on a quantity take-off project for a single-storey residential building as part of my college coursework. Estimated quantities for excavation, formwork, concrete, floor framing, wall framing, roof framing, drywall, insulation, paint, doors, and windows. Used AutoCAD to read drawings and Excel to organize and calculate quantities. Collected basic material pricing from local hardware stores to complete cost estimates. This project helped me understand the basics of residential estimating and how to break down construction components.

Timeline

Estimator

Dongre Project Management Pvt. Ltd.
02.2022 - 01.2023

Junior Estimator/Project Coordinator's Assistant

Shree Rang Avdhut
03.2021 - 02.2022

Construction project management -

Lambton College

Bachelor of Civil Engineering -

Charusat University

Diploma in Civil Engineering -

M.S University

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