Project Estimator

DAVRON CV: Candidate 1513790

COMMERCIAL ESTIMATOR | LANDSCAPE, HARDSCAPE & IRRIGATION TAKEOFFS

Core Expertise

• Commercial estimating from conceptual through final pricing for hardscape, landscape, and irrigation projects.
• Material and labor takeoffs with high accuracy using digital plans and measured quantity workflows.
• Vendor and subcontractor collaboration to source competitive pricing and develop value-engineered options.
• Cost database management and bid pipeline coordination to support timely, accurate proposals.
• Plan and specification review focused on grading, utilities, earthwork, and Division 9 finishes.
• Mentoring and training of junior estimators and construction teams to elevate estimating capability.

Project Background

• Prepared estimates for commercial projects including schools, restaurants, office buildings, airports, and arenas.
• Managed bids for multi-million-dollar projects up to approximately $5.6M, coordinating scope and pricing.
• Performed detailed takeoffs using AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and PlanSwift to ensure quantity accuracy.
• Conducted site visits and incorporated geotechnical and grading-plan data into bid assumptions.
• Delivered value-engineering recommendations and maintained cost libraries to improve bid competitiveness.

Key Skills

• AutoCAD | Bluebeam | PlanSwift | digital takeoff software
• Estimating software | ERP systems | CRM platforms
• Blueprint reading and specification interpretation for accurate scope and quantity extraction
• Quantity takeoffs, cost modeling, and bid preparation workflows
• Vendor pricing, subcontractor sourcing, procurement coordination strategies for competitive bids
• Division 9 finishes: ceilings, wall systems, acoustical treatments
• Mentoring, training program design, estimator onboarding, and implementation

Education

• B.A., Early Childhood Education — University of North Texas

Awards & Recognition

• Bluebeam proficiency training and applied digital takeoff certification
• Training program design and delivery coursework related to estimator mentorship and team development
• Teaching certification in early childhood and special education

Why Interview this Candidate?

A commercial estimator with approximately four years of progressive estimating experience and proven accuracy on projects up to $5.6M. They combine strong takeoff skills, vendor relationships, and value-engineering to produce competitive bids. Experience mentoring junior estimators and managing cost databases enables immediate contribution to preconstruction teams.