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Melanie Sayers

Colorado Springs

Summary

Professional with background in cost estimation and project management, offering valuable experience in accurate budgeting and resource allocation. Consistently contributes to team success through reliable communication and adaptability to changing project requirements. Known for analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective collaboration.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Estimator/Project Engineer

HVAC Solutions LLC
05.2024 - Current
  • Analyze project specifications, blueprints, and other documentation to accurately estimate material, labor, and equipment costs
  • Utilize industry-specific software and tools to generate detailed cost estimates for construction projects
  • Collaborate with project managers and engineers to identify potential risks or challenges that could impact project costs
  • Prepare comprehensive bid proposals outlining cost breakdowns, timelines, and deliverables
  • Conduct site visits to assess project requirements and gather necessary information for accurate estimation
  • Develop relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to establish reliable partnerships for future projects
  • Provide support during pre-construction meetings by presenting cost estimates in a clear and concise manner

Project Manager

SADEV USA
10.2021 - 08.2023
  • Generated over $500K in profits in first 18 months with $300K in first year through construction of detailed estimates and acquisition of lucrative sales orders
  • Bolstered customer relations by successfully managing 70+ engineered architectural projects from RFQ through completion in accordance with project timeline and completion date
  • Stimulated growth by creating and maintaining detailed project-specific timelines and budgets while delivering compelling estimates and proposals by deadline
  • Streamlined material quantity calculations by developing advanced spreadsheets in Excel with application-specific equations; maximizing productivity and therefore profit
  • Boosted brand visibility by facilitating and cultivating customer and supplier relationships initiated at trade shows
  • Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis
  • Identified potential risks and challenges to project cost and timeline to adjust estimates accordingly
  • Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs
  • Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed

Project Manager

Coontz Excavating, LLC
05.2019 - 04.2021
  • Quintupled number of proposals submitted on behalf of company in first six months, boosting profits from $30,000.00 to over $300,000.00 by first year with approximate 4:1 bid-win ratio
  • Maintained full profit margins on 95% of contracts up to and throughout COVID-19 pandemic
  • Piloted launch of fence installation division from the ground up in under one year by executing strategies to create brand visibility, client/supplier acquisition and retention, and budget management
  • Maximized productivity by training staff in execution of commercial and government contracts, AIA billing, prevailing wage reports, and integration of CRM and project management software
  • Orchestrated timely completion of all active projects and proposals simultaneously
  • Designed original project-specific shop drawings, layouts, and copy as submitted to owner, architect, or engineer of federal, state, and commercial projects with less than 5% resubmission rate
  • Strategized business development by employing and analyzing interdepartmental progress reports and records
  • Drove profits through negotiation of over 100 state, federal, and commercial contracts
  • Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges

Project Coordinator and Assistant Project Manager

Sentry Fence, Inc.
01.2014 - 05.2019
  • Customized and drafted all written business communication and copy including proposals (RFP/RFQ/RFIs), change order requests, billing correspondence, progress reports, etc
  • Streamlined processing and execution of hundreds of state, federal, and commercial contracts
  • Directed crew, vendor, and project schedules, overseeing up to 20 active projects simultaneously
  • Digitized record keeping, project submittals, invoicing, and proposal transmission, maximizing efficiency and cutting time and material costs
  • Arranged travel and accommodations for team members and project partners
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments
  • Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events
  • Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters
  • Conducted research and gathered key information for use in upcoming project planning

Office Manager

Sentry Fence, Inc.
07.2011 - 01.2014
  • Discovered and recuperated over $80,000.00 in lost profits while auditing accounts receivable and accounts payable
  • Spearheaded credit card debt relief process, consolidating four accounts into one
  • Digitized record keeping, project submittals, invoicing, and proposal transmission, maximizing efficiency and cutting time and material costs
  • Facilitated transfer of company ownership after passing of co-owner by preparing reports for, scheduling, and attending litigation meetings, bank meetings, and creating all related written correspondence
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel
  • Coordinated special projects and managed schedules
  • Managed compliance to keep organization operating within legal and regulatory guidelines
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions

Education

Communications and Media Studies

The Ohio State University

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Scheduling
  • Data analysis
  • Negotiation
  • Design-Build and Design Assist
  • Team Management
  • Budget Management
  • Leadership
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Business Communication
  • Business Research
  • Executive Assistance
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Conflict Management
  • Estimating software
  • Estimate preparation
  • Material takeoffs
  • Cost estimation

Timeline

Estimator/Project Engineer

HVAC Solutions LLC
05.2024 - Current

Project Manager

SADEV USA
10.2021 - 08.2023

Project Manager

Coontz Excavating, LLC
05.2019 - 04.2021

Project Coordinator and Assistant Project Manager

Sentry Fence, Inc.
01.2014 - 05.2019

Office Manager

Sentry Fence, Inc.
07.2011 - 01.2014

Communications and Media Studies

The Ohio State University

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