Cost Estimator Resume
The job of a cost estimator is to analyze the costs involved in a project. This includes, but is not limited to purchase of raw materials and machinery, salaries of the staff, payments made to liaising agencies, consultants, and all other people or agencies that play an active role in the project planning and execution. The cost estimator works in almost all industries and plays the same role despite the difference in the line of business. To hold this job position, you must have strong command over cost analysis and cost estimating. Further, experience in developing code, negotiating with vendors, and preparing cost estimate is necessary.
Cost Estimator Resume Sample
John C. Betz
2281 Maxwell Street
Stamford, CT 06902
Phone: 860-784-2637
Email: jcbetz@freemail.com
Career Objective:
To hold a cost estimator position with “Magna Steel & Rubber,” and develop a model through which analyzing cost, preparing cost estimates, and generating quotes will become easier.
Summary of Skills:
- Strong experience of construction industry
- Thorough knowledge of business operations and cost analysis
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and computer skills
- Experienced in working with advanced project management tools
- Ability to negotiate with vendor and work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Skilled in handling customer relationships, cost estimation, and pricing work
Work Experience:
Cost Estimator
Egan Industries, Stamford, CT
October 2015 - Present
- Preparing cost estimates for public and private construction projects
- Reviewing projects specifications, design drawings, and blueprints of construction projects
- Calculating material, labor, time, and fund required for project and drafting reports
- Supporting new business quotations and analyzing engineering drawings
- Analyzing technical designs, and developing standard model for cost estimation
Cost Estimator
Prudent Industries, Stamford, CT
February 2013 - September 2015
- Estimated and provided reports on labor and material costs of construction projects
- Coordinated with architectures and project managers and resolved issues related to material selections and construction designs
- Reviewed data of previous projects and analyzed required material and labor
- Contacted vendors and clients and resolved issues
- Developed and maintained cost estimation databases
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Science
ABC University, Stamford, CT
2012
Reference:
On request.
