Mat Lee
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Performance-driven Estimating Vice President with 15 years of experience aligning systems with business objectives, policies, and regulatory requirements. Passionate about leveraging strong organizational and communication skills to manage and lead cross-functional teams. A results-oriented leader, skilled in interfacing with stakeholders and consulting on business processes to deliver measurable outcomes through sound business judgment. Proven success in driving operational efficiencies, securing competitive project bids, and ensuring projects align with strategic goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VP Estimating
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
03.2021 - Current
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Cultivated a high-performance culture within the organization by setting clear expectations for employees at all levels, providing regular feedback, and recognizing achievement.
- Led and managed the estimation department, overseeing high-value industrial and construction projects worth up to $500 million.
- Directed a team of estimators, ensuring precise project costing and timely delivery of bid proposals.
- Collaborated with project managers, procurement teams, and clients to align bids with project specifications and timelines.
- Reduced estimation cycle time through process optimization and cross-functional collaboration.
- Led a cross-functional team to develop and launch a new product line, contributing to significant growth in sales.
- Championed change management initiatives within the organization to ensure smooth transitions during periods of growth or restructuring.
Estimating Manager
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
06.2012 - 03.2021
- Spearheaded the bid management process for large-scale industrial projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams to deliver competitive and accurate bids.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments and developed mitigation strategies to ensure project feasibility and profitability.
- Optimized resource allocation on projects through diligent tracking of labor hours and material costs.
- Assisted project managers in developing accurate schedules based on sound estimations, contributing to timely project completions.
- Increased win rate on bids by conducting thorough market research and competitor analysis.
- Introduced advanced estimating software tools, enhancing team productivity while maintaining high levels of accuracy.
Project Controls Specialist
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
09.2010 - 06.2012
- Established strong working relationships with stakeholders, fostering trust and facilitating smooth communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provided strategic input during project initiation stages by conducting feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses.
- Managed project control systems, providing real-time data on project budgets, schedules, and performance.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.
- Supported contract negotiations by providing accurate financial data and insights into potential risks or opportunities.
- Aligned organizational goals with individual objectives by setting clear expectations for team members in terms of performance and deliverables.
Project Manager
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
03.2010 - 09.2010
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Managed day-to-day operations, ensuring alignment with client expectations, budgets, and timelines
Quality Assurance (Puncher), Change Manager, Project Controls and Estimator
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
06.2008 - 03.2010
- Ensure construction has fabricated and installed all piping and structural components as per Engineered Specifications and Details provided
- Generate the required documentation to capture punch items
- Create Test Packs as required for numerous piping systems, determined by Operating and Design Pressures
- Analyze all revised drawing sets that have been issued from the client after the Budget Estimate submission date
- Determine what is deemed additional Scope and/or deviation from design
- Generate the required documentation to capture all changes
- Create Project Budget Estimates
- Prepare Project Bid Documentation
- Understand commercial terms noted and documentation in commercial contacts
- Track Budget Costs and Revenue
- Create Project Cost Projections
- Understand and oversee the general operation of the project from commencement to completion.
Work Face Planner
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
04.2007 - 06.2008
- Breakdown Projects into manageable Work Face portions with construction logic
- Integrate work packages across design, procurement and construction phases
- Act as a liaison between the project controls department and workforce supervision.
Steam / Pipe Fitter
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
02.2006 - 04.2007
- Install typical piping systems in the Opti Nexen Long Lake Project (SAGD Oil Sands)
- Studied blueprints, isometric drawings, general arrangement drawings and specifications to determine the type of pipe and tools to use, lay out sequence of tasks
- Make detailed sketched for pipe and equipment fabrication and installation as required
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend, assemble, and install metal, plastic, and fiberglass pipes, valves, and fittings
- Join pipe sections, related equipment and secure in position
- Use testing equipment to check systems for leaks.
Director, Real Estate Agent
Qld Project Marketing & Developments Pty Ltd.
06.2004 - 02.2006
- Manage Trust Account
- Plan business objectives & set business strategies
- Plan short & long term goals
- Arrange inspections for prospective purchasers
- Negotiate deals between vendor and buyer
- Prepare residential & commercial Contracts
- Manage projects for interstate developers
- Customer relations & marketing.
Real Estate Specialist
Sunshine Coast Realty Pty Ltd.
06.2002 - 06.2004
- Arrange inspections for prospective purchasers
- Negotiate deals between vendor and buyer
- Prepare residential & commercial contracts
- Prepare current market analysis
- Customer relations & marketing.
Education
Construction Project Management -
Independent Contractors And Business Association
05.2023
Primavera Project Management Module – Advanced -
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, AB04.2023
Construction Industry Ethics -
Fort McMurray Construction Association
04.2023
Indigenous Canada -
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB10.2022
Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions And Contracts -
Online Procurement Academy
09.2021
Principles of Construction Documentation (PCD) -
Construction Specifications Canada
04.2014
Primavera Project Management Module – Basic -
Emerald Associates
Calgary, AB01.2011
Work Face Planning Fundamentals -
SAIT POLYTECHNIC
Calgary, AB01.2008
CSTC -
Alberta Construction Safety Association
01.2008
Senior First Aid Certificate - Certificate # SJH - 221541 -
St. John’s Ambulance
01.2006
Full Real Estate Agents License- (Diploma of Property Services) -
Property Training Qld
01.2004
Certificate IV in Property (Real Estate) PRDRE 40101 -
Property Training Qld
01.2004
Certificate IV in Property (Real Estate) RTC 3 -
Australian Property College
01.2003
Real Estate Salesperson Certificate -
Australian Property College
01.2002
Skills
- Cost Estimation & Budgeting
- Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Strategic Bid Development
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Client & Vendor Negotiations
- Project Controls & Scheduling
- Process Improvement & Efficiency Optimization
- Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Software: JDEdwards, InEight Hard Dollar, Microsoft Office, Primavera P6
- Industry Experience: Construction, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Pulp and Paper, Real Estate Development
Certification
Gold Seal Certification (GSC) and endorsed in the following categories:
Construction Estimating
Project Estimation
Job Estimating
Budget Estimating
Project Scheduling
Planning Budgeting and Forecasting
Planning
Project Planning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
VP Estimating
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
03.2021 - Current
Estimating Manager
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
06.2012 - 03.2021
Project Controls Specialist
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
09.2010 - 06.2012
Project Manager
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
03.2010 - 09.2010
Quality Assurance (Puncher), Change Manager, Project Controls and Estimator
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
06.2008 - 03.2010
Work Face Planner
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
04.2007 - 06.2008
Steam / Pipe Fitter
Phoenix Industrial Maintenance Ltd.
02.2006 - 04.2007
Director, Real Estate Agent
Qld Project Marketing & Developments Pty Ltd.
06.2004 - 02.2006
Real Estate Specialist
Sunshine Coast Realty Pty Ltd.
06.2002 - 06.2004
CSTC -
Alberta Construction Safety Association
Senior First Aid Certificate - Certificate # SJH - 221541 -
St. John’s Ambulance
Full Real Estate Agents License- (Diploma of Property Services) -
Property Training Qld
Certificate IV in Property (Real Estate) PRDRE 40101 -
Property Training Qld
Certificate IV in Property (Real Estate) RTC 3 -
Australian Property College
Real Estate Salesperson Certificate -
Australian Property College
Construction Project Management -
Independent Contractors And Business Association
Primavera Project Management Module – Advanced -
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Construction Industry Ethics -
Fort McMurray Construction Association
Indigenous Canada -
University of Alberta
Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions And Contracts -
Online Procurement Academy
Principles of Construction Documentation (PCD) -
Construction Specifications Canada
Primavera Project Management Module – Basic -
Emerald Associates
Work Face Planning Fundamentals -
SAIT POLYTECHNIC
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