VALERIA GRAU
Civil Estimator - Project Assistant
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Detail-oriented and motivated Estimator with advanced training in Canadian construction standards through a professional certificate program. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and brings a solid foundation in quantity takeoffs, blueprint reading, and coordination with trades. Combines international engineering experience with up-to-date knowledge of local building practices. Committed to delivering accurate project forecasting and cost control on residential and commercial construction projects.
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Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Front Desk Concierge
Lionsgate
02.2025 - Current
- Monitor and manage building security systems to maintain a safe environment.
- Conduct regular patrols of common areas to ensure cleanliness, security, and smooth operations.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of incidents, requests, and daily operations.
- Assist residents with various inquiries, service requests, and coordination of services, such as package deliveries, maintenance requests, and guest management.
- Perform general administrative duties, including managing resident databases, logging issues, and maintaining organized documentation.
- Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and residents' needs at busy facility.
Customer Service Attendant
MTL Store
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Provide Technical Support for products or services.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of product offerings, enabling accurate information provision to customers upon request.
- Support Sales and Marketing Initiatives.
- Coordinate with Other Departments to solve customer issues and fulfill customer needs.
- Conducted regular follow-ups with customers to ensure their needs were met and any issues were addressed promptly.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay informed on industry trends, best practices, and new product offerings for effective client communication.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently providing prompt and courteous service.
ESTIMATOR- PROJECT SUPERVISOR
ILK Ingenieria SAS
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Supervised workers and projects, Coordinated and schedule activities
- Estimated costs and materials and Prepared production reports
- Ensured health and safety regulations were followed
- Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Resolved work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity
- Conducted feasibility studies, economic analyses, municipal and regional traffic studies, environmental impact studies or other investigations
- Developed construction specifications and procedures
- Established and monitor construction work schedules
- Evaluated and recommend appropriate building and construction materials
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
ESTIMATOR- PROJECT SUPERVISOR
SITTCA Construcciones SAS
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Prepared estimates of labour and/or material costs, operating CADD and other computer software systems.
- Analyzed subcontractor bids for completeness and accuracy, ensuring alignment with project requirements and budgets.
- Perform quantity takeoffs.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, drawings and specifications.
- Projected cash flow and financing requirements.
- Advised on tendering procedures.
- Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems.
- Prepared and maintained directory of supplies and trade contractors.
CIVIL ENGINEER - INTERNSHIP
Promotora Sion & Cia SAS
Cartagena
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Monitored contract work execution, ensuring compliance with design plans and specifications.
- Managed subcontractors to foster collaboration and ensure strict adherence to project specifications.
- Oversaw project budget, tracking costs and ensuring financial control throughout the project lifecycle.
- Calculated material quantities required for the project, ensuring accurate resource allocation.
- Interpreted technical plans, providing clear guidance for project execution.
- Provided technical supervision.
- Supervised project finishes and handled after-sales management, ensuring client satisfaction.
Education
Construction Standards Certificate - Construction Engineering
Langara College
06-2025
Civil Engineering Bachelor - undefined
University Tecnologica de Bolivar
01.2016 - 01.2021
Project Management and PMI methodology Certificate - undefined
University Tecnologica de Bolivar
Academic Bachelor - undefined
Biffi School
01.2004 - 01.2015
Skills
Teamwork & Collaboration
Bid Preparation & Cost Estimation
Strategic Planning
Leadership & Coordination
Multitasking & Time Management
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Advanced Microsoft Project & Excel
AutoCAD
Bluebeam
Construplan & Sinco Software
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of Sittca Constructions in the development of the Project: renovation of administrative offices in Dow Chemical Cartagena.
- Worked with ILK Engineering to build specialized walls for a new container scanner at Puerto Bahía, Cartagena. This project was designed to improve port security and make the cargo inspection process faster and more efficient.
Certification
Licensed Civil Engineer (international)
Timeline
Certificate in Construction Standars
06-2025
Front Desk Concierge
Lionsgate
02.2025 - Current
Customer Service Attendant
MTL Store
05.2024 - 02.2025
ESTIMATOR- PROJECT SUPERVISOR
ILK Ingenieria SAS
07.2023 - 04.2024
ESTIMATOR- PROJECT SUPERVISOR
SITTCA Construcciones SAS
11.2021 - 06.2023
Licensed Civil Engineer (international)
04-2021
Seminar in Project Managementethodology Certificate
10-2020
CIVIL ENGINEER - INTERNSHIP
Promotora Sion & Cia SAS
08.2020 - 02.2021
AutoCAD
04-2020
Civil Engineering Bachelor - undefined
University Tecnologica de Bolivar
01.2016 - 01.2021
Academic Bachelor - undefined
Biffi School
01.2004 - 01.2015
Project Management and PMI methodology Certificate - undefined
University Tecnologica de Bolivar
Construction Standards Certificate - Construction Engineering
Langara College