Greater Sydney Area
Experienced in preparing cost plans and tender bids for hard-dollar tenders and D&C tenders, for commercial new build, fit-out, refurbishment projects, up to $120 million. Enhance customer satisfaction and provide high quality work through applying my excellent learning skills, understanding of tender drawings and reports, result driven attitude, communication and computer skills. Proficient in Cubit Estimating, Cubit Select (Bartender), Global Estimating, Mudshark, Microsoft Office Series Software, Adobe Professional.
• Working with staff members within the Estimating Team • Maintain and build relationships with subcontractors and suppliers • Sub-contractor tender management and quote • Preparation of detailed bill’s of quantities for estimates, project variations and construction budgets • Identify project risks and opportunities • Attend regular estimating, consultant and design meetings • Read, interrupt and communicate scope of works, plans and specification
Bidding Lump Sum Works • Read all Tender Documents so as to gain a total appreciation of the work; • As soon as practicable advise the directors of any issues that may affect the company's ability to continue with the tender; • Organise site visit and complete Site Inspection Report; • Review the preparation of Subcontractors RFT and Scope of works; • In conjunction with the Directors and others, consider the subcontractors and suppliers which should be asked to tender the works; • Preparation of Cost Plan/budget pricing for clients or review Tender Preparation Program; • Preparation and carry out subcontractor tenders comparison using Cubit Select; • Complete tender document including but not limited to returnable tender schedules, clarifications. Design and Construction Tenders • The preparation of Design and Construct Tenders to satisfy the Principal Project Requirements (PPR) and design intent; • Accurately communicate the PPR and design intent to subcontractors and suppliers during tender phase; • Develop estimates for fee components, reimbursable items, fixed primary consultant fees and the like; • Organise site visit and complete Site Inspection Report; • Review/ prepare a Cost Plan/budget pricing for clients or review Tender Preparation Program; • In conjunction with the Directors and others, consider the subcontractors and suppliers which should be asked to tender the works;• Preparation of Subcontractors RFT and Scope of works; • Ensure all cost elements are completed ahead of closing time; • Preparation and carry out subcontractor tenders comparison using Cubit Select; • Complete tender document including but not limited to returnable tender schedules, clarifications.
• Prepare cost plans for commerfical fit-out, refurbishment and new build projects up to $15 mil. • Organise, research, and strategically plan for estimate preparation, pricing, scheduling, and final submission • Determine subcontractors to include in bidding process • Review plans and specifications for overall project understanding • Establish work scopes for subcontractors, defining major and priority requirements • Using Estimating One Website to help tendering by preparing tender packages, sending invitation to contractors, keeping project status, documents, and subcontractor status up to date • Monitor progress and engage new subcontractors as required • Prepare bill of quantities for each project by using Buildsoft and Cubit for Director review • Prepare ‘Clarification’, ‘Subcontractor List’, ‘Alternative Pricing’, and ‘Schedule of Provisional Sum’ for tender submission • Complete all document reviews and estimating prior to bid deadlines • Improve existing subcontractor relationships with open communication to ensure accuracy with estimates • Attend site visits with subcontractors to confirm and ensure all project requirements are captured in the tender submission even if not detailed on the project documentation • Attend tender meeting and debrief meeting after tender submission • Liaise with clients, project managers and architects during the tender period regarding RFI's and tender meeting • Communicate with all subcontractors to ensure sufficient market coverage • Analyse and compare all subcontractor quotes once received and adjust for over/under allowances as required
• Prepared cost plans for office fit-out, retail fit-out and other commercial fit-out projects Australia-wide. • Prepare cost plans for H&M tenders, awarded with H&M Indooroopilly store ($2.5 mil) in Brisbane, H&M Joondalup store ($3.5 mil) in Perth, H&M Chatswood store ($3.3 mil) and COS 5 Martin Place store ($1 mil). • Ensure that relevant information is communicated to subcontractors and suppliers, enabling them to provide accurate quotes. • Build and maintain relationships with sub-contractors and suppliers. • Ensure all client requirements i.e. building fit out guides, client OH&S requirements are understood and allowed for in pricing. • Commit to transparent and timely communication with subcontractors and suppliers and the Valmont Delivery Team (PM, CA, Designer) at all time. • Adhere to all aspects of the IMS system. • Manage and maintain pricing in Buildsoft and folder structure in accordance with Valmont’s methodologies. • With local state delivery teams review and maintain the approved subcontractor database, expanding trades as required. • Complete tender comparison and brief the Director on pricing, scoping or other issues for all subcontractors pricing received. • Complete tenders in accordance with tender instructions ensuring diligence and accuracy on all requirements. • Prepare timely and accurate cost plans and/or tender pricing including all take off measurements, quantities, rate and subcontractor pricing (as relevant). • Complete site inspections and meeting (as required) with contractors to ensure all subcontracts, suppliers and consultants have a full understanding of the project scope and documentation. • Prepare scope of works for contractor pricing that detail relevant project specifications, reference drawings, schedules and any additional requirements or allowances. • Review all pricing received from subcontractors identifying that scope is fully covered. Notify the Director and negotiate with the contractors as required.
• Work for plastering subcontractor for residential and commercial fit-out projects. • Prepare tenders for various projects, up to millions dollars. • Support site team by liaising with subcontractors and suppliers, material procurement and budget control. • Play as all-rounder in the small office, such as prepare variation quotation, progress claim, SWMS and other general office work.