
Bilal
Material Takeoff Expert, Bluebeam Specialist
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Senior Construction Estimator
Apex Heating and Cooling Inc • Full-time
Nov 2023 - Present • 2 yrs 8 mos
Multi-Trade Estimates: Owned the complete takeoff process for 100+ US-based general contracting bids, expanding technical expertise into CSI Division 05 (Metals) and full MEP (Plumbing/HVAC/Electrical) systems. Software Mastery: Generated high-detail, color-coded visual takeoffs using Bluebeam and PlanSwift, drastically reducing material discrepancies and saving clients an average of 8% on bid overhead. CSI MasterFormat Formatting: Drafted professional, client-ready Bill of Quantities (BOQs) formatted exactly to US commercial bidding standards. Discrepancy Reporting: Identified and documented design conflicts or missing information in architectural plans, drafting formal Requests for Information (RFIs) to prevent budgeting errors before the bid deadline.
Junior Estimation Engineer (Trainee)
Vanguard Vision • Full-time
Oct 2022 - Oct 2023 • 1 yr
Blueprint Analysis: Assisted senior team members in reviewing and interpreting complex architectural and structural blueprints across 30+ residential and light commercial projects. Material Takeoffs: Learned and mastered PlanSwift and Bluebeam to perform accurate material quantity takeoffs, focusing on CSI Division 02 (Site Work) and Division 09 (Finishes). Data Organization: Input raw takeoff quantities into standardized MS Excel templates, creating organized itemized sheets for senior estimators to apply local US market pricing. Vendor Communication: Assisted in reaching out to local US subcontractors and material suppliers to request quotes and clarify project scopes.