Sadaf Barakzoy
Hayward
Summary
Cost Estimator / Cost Management Analyst with experience preparing detailed quantity takeoffs, scope analysis, and labor/material cost estimates across building repair and restoration projects. Skilled in translating project documentation into construction budgets and collaborating with project managers and subcontractors to support cost planning and project delivery. Business Economics graduate with strong analytical and financial modeling skills seeking to support large-scale development projects in a cost consulting environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimator
ServiceMaster Restore
Hayward, CA
12.2024 - Current
- Prepare detailed construction cost estimates including labor, material, and equipment pricing for building repair and restoration projects.
- Produce 5–10 detailed cost estimates weekly across scopes including demolition, temporary protection, structural drying, and interior finish replacement.
- Perform digital quantity takeoffs and scope analysis from field documentation and project sketches to develop accurate construction cost estimates.
- Review project documentation and field conditions to define construction scope and identify required repair or replacement work.
- Analyze labor and material pricing using unit-cost databases to ensure estimates reflect current market conditions.
- Collaborate with project managers to develop preliminary project budgets and align estimates with project requirements.
- Coordinate with subcontractors to obtain pricing, validate scope alignment, and maintain accurate project cost documentation.
Office Administrator
UCI Office of Financial Aid
Irvine, CA
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed financial aid documentation and maintained student financial records using Excel and internal databases.
- Created spreadsheets to track eligibility requirements and improve administrative efficiency.
- Utilized communication and problem-solving skills to support students in navigating complex financial processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06-2024
Skills
Cost Management
- Cost Estimating
- Quantity Takeoffs
- Scope Analysis
- Budget Development
- Cost Tracking
Software
- Xactimate (unit-cost takeoff/estimating platform)
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Suit
Languages
Dari
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Estimator
ServiceMaster Restore
12.2024 - Current
Office Administrator
UCI Office of Financial Aid
09.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
University of California, Irvine