Judy de Bruin
Estimating Coordinator at AMCAL Multi-Housing, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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AMCAL Multi-Housing, Inc.
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Estimating Coordinator
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Nov 2019 - Present
3-5 years of construction industry experience, be familiar with construction industry lingo and possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Key Responsibilities Provide administrative support to the estimating department; Research bid opportunities; Maintain and update bid list daily; Maintain Job Walk and Bid Calendar Assign proposal numbers to new bid opportunities; Create and maintain proposal folders with all updates/addenda to plans and specifications; Read, interpret and understand contract drawings and specifications, as well as review of project manuals and bid package information; Solicitation of sub-trade pricing and MBE, WMBE, DVBE participation both in person and on the phone; Assist in the preparation of project estimates, requests for proposals and budgets; Provide technical assistance to Estimators including analysis of drawings / specification and preparing accurate material quantity takeoffs; Maintain employee resumes and job information sheets; Assist with project specific and general prequalification questionnaires; Procure bid bonds as needed; Assist in the initial planning and scheduling of construction projects through preparation of schedules including major work items; Provide assistance with the development and implementation of marketing materials; Photocopying and other administrative duties as required by the department; Such other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor.
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LEAD BUILDERS, INC
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United States
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Purchasing / Buyer / Assistant PM
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Mar 2015 - Present
• Maintain and implement construction budget for each project. • Negotiate pricing contracts with subcontractors and suppliers • Issue purchase orders for procurement and expedition of materials and equipment for jobs • Meet and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers as necessary • Ensure compliance to project budgets and provide analysis of deviations • Ensure accurate takeoffs to ensure budgets are accurate • Research new materials for design and cost savings • Meet and maintain project tasks within expected time line. • Develop and implement new purchasing strategies to deliver ongoing cost reduction and process simplification • Establish new relationships with subcontractors to ensure adequate resources for all projects and to continually improve pricing and quality of work • Assist in ensuring awareness and company compliance to building codes and local construction guidelines • Leverage technology, safety measures, and information sharing to increase productivity and profitability • Assist in settling invoice or contract disputes • Handle change order requests, submittals, & RFI’s • Maintain sub/supplier information for company management system • Manage materials/equipment inventory • Maintain and implement OSHA safety standards, company plan, processes & procedures
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Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Equipment Specialist
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Apr 2019 - Nov 2019
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Associated Construction
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Santa Barbara, CA
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Office Manager
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Apr 2012 - Mar 2016
• Maintain and implement process, procedures & job descriptions • Handle Human Resources activities, including employment, employee review and merit adjustments • Manage office administrative duties, including payroll, scheduling, dispatch, schedule meetings, and supplies • Negotiate pricing contracts with subcontractors, estimating and budgeting projects • Assist in job walks, assessing building maintenance needs, and time management adjustments • Prepared all estimates, invoicing and Job Requisitions • Assist in reading building drawings, material spec’s, and job cost assessment • Handle account receivable/payable, purchase orders, invoicing, budgets, general ledger, deposits and taxes • Assist in advertising, marketing and sales development
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Bjorkland Ranch
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Santa Barbara, CA
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Office / Property Manager
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Nov 2010 - Jun 2014
• Manage property maintenance needs, subcontractors or service calls • Manage contract and price negotiations with office vendors, service providers and office lease • Maintain relationships with vendors, service providers and landlord, ensuring that all items are invoiced and paid • Administrative duties including, advertising, interview, tenant contracts, notice’s, complaints and eviction • Responsible for managing office services by ensuring office operations and procedures are organized, correspondences are controlled, filing systems, supply requisitions are reviewed, approved and paid on time • Responsible for developing and implementing office policies, procedures and safety standards • Handle job descriptions, employment, orientation, training including HR processes ensuring confidentiality • Coordinate, schedule and meet with IT, legal, and county officials, as needed for events or projects • Manage executives’ schedules, calendars and appointments, including travel arrangements • Planning, scheduling, budgeting and execution of company events
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Education
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Santa Barbara City College
Accounting and Business/Management -
Company Provided Training
Quality Systems Regulations