SYLVIO PRECOURT
HEADINGLEY,MANITOBA
Summary
Precise Estimator delivers consistently insightful cost projections for projects. Resourceful analyzer utilizes various estimation techniques to verify accuracy of relevant cost factors. Tactfully relays budget inputs to team for constructing cohesive cost blueprints.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Estimator
EPLS Group Of Companies
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Increased bid success rate by developing a thorough understanding of client needs during pre-bid meetings.
- Delivered accurate estimates within tight deadlines by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to determine areas for improvement in future estimations.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids to ensure accurate pricing and scope inclusion for each project.
Project Manager
EPLS Group Of Companies
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Project Manager / Estimator as part of the PMO's Tender process; quoting, planning, estimating from architectural & engineering drawings and controlling the projects schedule to ensure on time completion to meet stakeholder needs and expectations.
- 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.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
Transportation
Best Buy Homes
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Pilot Truck Driver for delivery and placement of mobile homes on client property per site plans.
- Covid 19 - Employment
Senior Drafting Technologist
Aecon-Flatiron-Dragados-EBC Partnership
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Senior Draftsman providing concrete lift drawing and detailed quantity take-offs to appropriate construction department for implementation.
- Assisted in reducing rework costs by identifying and addressing potential design conflicts early in the process.
- Mentored junior drafting technologists on best practices and techniques to enhance their skills over time.
Lead Senior Structural Draftsperson
BBE Hydro Constructors LP
12.2015 - 07.2019
- Senior structural draftsman, drafting department lead - coordinating and managing drafting resources as well as computer data systems management, concrete, formwork using AutoCAD and Micro station AECOSim software
- Providing detailed quantity take-off based on Lift drawings to accounting department.
Senior Engineering Technologist
Trek Geotechnical Inc.
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Geotechnical Engineering: Implementation of geotechnical drilling and investigation programs, Quality Assurance and Quality Control inspection, Supervised
- Provided training and mentorship to junior technician , fostering collaborative work environment that encouraged ongoing professional growth.
Environmental CAD/GIS Draftsperson
Tetra Tech Inc.
05.2008 - 09.2014
- Environmental Engineering Department: Design and Development of full site plan drawings based upon field data, area photography and satellite renderings, field inspections
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
- Reviewed specifications to generate complex details of individual system components.
- Trained junior employees on Proprietary Environmental software and company design standards.
LABOURER
Econo Wall & Ceiling
11.2007 - 05.2008
- General Construction Labourer, general plan reading, take-offs, as-built drawings
Draftsperson/Site Inspector
Envirotech AG Systems Ltd.
04.2007 - 11.2007
- Design & Draft Residential, Commercial, and Agricultural structures, Materials & Concrete Testing (American Concrete Institute Certificate), Soils analysis reporting and confirmation CSA & ASTM Building Standards - concrete placement / reinforcement, soils compaction
Cost Estimator
Randall Homes
09.2005 - 03.2007
- Implementation of Timberline Estimating & Purchasing Software, Verify & Authorize payment of invoice to Sub-Trades and Vendors upon completion of work Co-op Student
- Maintained strong attention to detail while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work.
- Streamlined the estimation process by developing standardized templates and procedures for consistent results.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
Draftsperson/Site Inspector
AMEC Earth & Environmental
05.2004 - 10.2004
- Materials & Concrete Testing (American Concrete Institute Certificate), Soils analysis reporting and confirmation CSA & ASTM Building Standards - concrete placement / reinforcement, soils compaction
- Co-op Summer Student
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Civil Engineering Technology
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science And Technology
Winnipeg, MB06.2005
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Success Business College
Winnipeg, MB01.1995
Skills
- Project Management
- Purchasing and procurement
- Project Planning
- Project Scheduling
- Staff Management
- Risk Management
- Project estimation and bidding
Educationalbackground
- Architectural/Engineering Technology Program (Honours) Diploma - Red River College, Winnipeg
- Civil / CAD Technology Program (3.79 GPA) - Red River College, Winnipeg
- Business Administration (Honours) Diploma - Success Business College, Winnipeg
Professionaldesignationawards
- Certified Engineering Technologist - Certified Technicians and Technologists Association of Manitoba
- 2004 Student Award for Environmental Excellence - Canadian Council for Human Resources in the Environment Industry, Globe 2004 Trade Show, Vancouver, BC
- 2004 Skills Canada Competition Participant - Manitoba, Architectural CAD
References
available upon request
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Affiliations
- CET - CTTAM
Timeline
Project Estimator
EPLS Group Of Companies
07.2023 - 06.2024
Project Manager
EPLS Group Of Companies
03.2021 - 07.2023
Transportation
Best Buy Homes
06.2020 - 03.2021
Senior Drafting Technologist
Aecon-Flatiron-Dragados-EBC Partnership
07.2019 - 01.2020
Lead Senior Structural Draftsperson
BBE Hydro Constructors LP
12.2015 - 07.2019
Senior Engineering Technologist
Trek Geotechnical Inc.
09.2014 - 09.2015
Environmental CAD/GIS Draftsperson
Tetra Tech Inc.
05.2008 - 09.2014
LABOURER
Econo Wall & Ceiling
11.2007 - 05.2008
Draftsperson/Site Inspector
Envirotech AG Systems Ltd.
04.2007 - 11.2007
Cost Estimator
Randall Homes
09.2005 - 03.2007
Draftsperson/Site Inspector
AMEC Earth & Environmental
05.2004 - 10.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Civil Engineering Technology
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science And Technology
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Success Business College
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