Drew Simmons
Bologna
Summary
Experienced with project estimation and management, delivering accurate and reliable cost proposals, as well as protecting project profitability and satisfying project timelines. Proven track record of winning contracts while working remotely, increasing company revenue year-over-year. Invests in manufacturer and client relationships and follows industry trends to provide precise budget forecasts. Collect and analyze customer feedback and profit margins to create opportunities for collaborative team efforts.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Estimator & Project Manager
Opening Technologies, Inc.
01.2019 - Current
- Research & solicit bid opportunities for a spectrum of projects in both private & public sectors.
- Create detailed project take-offs and increasing project accuracy by thoroughly reviewing, plans, specifications, and careful documentation of addenda & RFI.
- Develop strong relationships with suppliers, resulting in better pricing on materials without compromising quality.
- Achieve consistent profitability on projects through diligent monitoring of actual costs against budget estimates.
- Review award contracts and request appropriate changes to ensure contract language aligns with the company’s terms & conditions.
- Manage and lead team workflows to ensure bid letters & proposals reach clients with ample time for review.
- Facilitate project hand-off or assume responsibility to deliver awarded projects as determined collectively by the team, including furnishing submittals, revision management, change order documentation, writing purchase orders, delivery & install coordination, and project close-out.
Server/Bartender
Chow Lafayette
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Explain menu items in detail and accurately take orders
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Multitasking in a high-stress environment while promoting an atmosphere of teamwork.
Education
Communications
San Diego Christian College
Santee, California08-2018
Skills
- Proficient in Excel/Powerpoint
- Customer Relations
- Design Review
- Scope Definition
- Cost Control
- Value Engineering
- Event Planning
- Multitasking
LANGUAGES
Fluent in English, Advanced in Italian
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Project Estimator & Project Manager
Opening Technologies, Inc.
01.2019 - Current
Server/Bartender
Chow Lafayette
08.2016 - 01.2019
Communications
San Diego Christian College
ADDITIONAL WORK
- Isola Centro Evangelico - English/Italian Program Director, Counselor, Maintenance Staff
- Nuova Vita Church - Italian Staff Member, Teacher, Event Organizer.