Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Dedicated and results-driven Quantity Surveyor with 5+ years of proven expertise in the construction industry. Adept at facilitating accurate cost estimations, meticulous budget management, and efficient resource allocation. Recently relocated to Calgary, I am eager to bring my comprehensive skill set and commitment to excellence to contribute to the success of local construction projects. Key strengths include precise measurements, report and document preparation, and a proven ability to manage tasks to meet project schedules. Known for being a collaborative team player with a keen attention to detail, I thrive in high-speed workflows and excel in multitasking and time management. In my previous role, I played a pivotal role in project success by preparing cost estimates, evaluating contractor bids, and ensuring the accuracy of invoices and payments. I also conducted site visits, providing valuable insights on project costs in project meetings. My academic background includes a BSc (Hon) in Surveying from one of the Hong Kong Institutes, where I undertook a dissertation about 5D BIM showcasing my commitment to staying at the forefront of industry advancements. Certified member of the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors, I am dedicated to professional development and currently hold the Construction Estimator Certified (CEC) designation. I am committed to upholding the highest standards of the surveying profession.
Responsibilities • Performed measurements for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects. • Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates. • Used Bluebeam and Microsoft applications to prepare contracts, agreements, budgets, bills of quantities, final accounts and payment documents. • Evaluated contractor bids to obtain best value for projects. • Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs. • Reviewed and approved invoices and payments, verifying accuracy of expenses. • Estimated and analyzed work done to issue payment to contractors. • Developed and maintained database of cost information to use most up-to-date and relevant data in estimates.
Responsibilities • Researched construction cost trends to stay up-to-date with industry developments and changes. • Performed measurements to review and approve invoices and payments, verifying accuracy of expenses. • Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.