Abigail K. Prima
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, SAP ERP System, and AutoCAD, specialising in financial forecasting and reporting. Demonstrates strong skills in quantity take-off and estimating, construction and procurement management, and stakeholder coordination and leadership. Known for exceptional communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and critical thinking. Adept at collaboration and teamwork with a proven track record of adaptability and flexibility in dynamic environments. Committed to leveraging skills to drive efficiency and innovation in future projects.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Civil Engineer
Local Government Unit – Planning Department
Ormoc City
2025.02 - 2025.12
- Assisted in planning and reviewing infrastructure projects, including roads, drainage, buildings, and public facilities.
- Prepared technical plans, drawings, cost estimates, and programmes of works in compliance with government standards and local regulations.
- Conducted site inspections and field verifications to support project proposals and assess site conditions.
Technical Facilitator (Civil Engineer)
DSWD - KALAHI CID'S
Tacloban City, Philippines
2023.06 - 2024.12
- Assist area coordinating team, municipal coordinating team, and community volunteers with implementation of community empowerment activity cycle.
- Ensure community infrastructures built and managed by volunteers adhere to prescribed design, construction, and procurement processes.
- Provide technical advice on technology selection and assist in conducting site validation for prioritised community issues.
- Conduct environmental and social safeguards screening to identify potential geo-hazards and support volunteers in preparing environmental management plans.
- Aid community volunteers in procurement packaging and deliver training to ensure accuracy and consistency of technical documentation.
- Facilitate pre-implementation conference within community prior to construction, reviewing implementation plans, task assignments, and scheduling to ensure smooth project execution.
- Review engineering plans, detailed cost estimates, and programmes of work for community sub-projects, ensuring compliance with project guidelines and policies.
Technical Project Engineer
JAACHACOSO ENTERPRISES & GENERAL SERVICES
Ormoc City
2022.06 - 2023.01
- Assisted in planning and managing cost estimation and budgeting for government projects in Leyte.
- Processed contractor's progress billing and handled variation orders and contract administration.
- Reviewed construction plans and prepared quantity requirements for various projects.
- Scrutinised maintenance and material costs alongside contracts to secure advantageous deals.
- Liaised effectively with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
- Supported site supervision, inspections, progress monitoring, and quantity estimation/take-off tasks.
Cost Engineer / Quantity Surveyor
First Balfour
Ormoc/Kananga, Philippines
2019.04 - 2022.05
- Project Cost Control
- Preparation of bid item breakdown and the corresponding budget allocation. Upload in the SAP System.
- Computing schedule percentage breakdown as per BOQ of AFC quantities.
- Managing other commercial staff allocated to the project, delegating, and checking the commercial work as they produce. Liaise closely with Project Accountant and Operations staff ensuring accurate and coordinated reporting.
- Control Commercial functions are accomplished on time and in accordance with the procedures, processes and the need of the projects.
- Coordinate with procurement, project manager and project material administrator in preparing and providing detailed and timely subcontractor or major supplier to meet project requirements.
- Participate and attend Pre-order meetings with vendor/subcontractors.
- Prepare, monitor, and validate timely and accurate Operating Statements and End Forecast reports.
- Review construction drawings issued after awards, identify changes form Tender Drawings, notifying, quantifying, pricing, submitting, agreeing, and obtaining payment form client.
- Coordinate and review all vendors/subcontractors billing will relevant project management members.
- Monitor subcontractors and major vendor's performance against contractual documents obligations. And assessing the team in providing inputs.
- Providing input to Project Manager on correspondence preparation relating to claims.
- Timely and detailed notification of Tender Deficiencies and Savings.
Office/QC Engineer
GGC Group Inc. / GGC Land Inc.
Ormoc City
2017.08 - 2017.12
- Assisted project managers and field engineers with technical support.
- Organised project documentation including drawings, specifications, contracts, and related materials.
- Collaborated with project managers to facilitate project completion and timely deliverables.
- Conducted inspections and tests on raw materials, components, and finished products to check compliance with specifications.
- Identified quality issues and recommended corrective measures.
- Communicated quality standards and concerns efficiently to management.
Education
Professional License - Civil Engineer
Elementary School - undefined
Punta Elementary School
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Eastern Visayas State University
High School -
New Ormoc City National High School
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SAP ERP System
- AutoCAD
- Financial Forecasting and Reporting
- Quantity Take-off and Estimating
- Construction and Procurement Management
- Communication Skills
- Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Stakeholder Coordination and Leadership
Certification
- Construction Occupation Safety and Health-COSH
- November 26-29, 2017
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Affiliations
- Cooking: Exploring diverse global cuisines and hosting dinner events for friends and family.
- Exploration: Travelling to new locations to gain fresh perspectives and cultural insights.
- Reading: Engaging with a wide range of literature to broaden knowledge and analytical thinking.
- Bible Study: Dedicated member of a local community group, focusing on ethical discussions and peer support.
Accomplishments
Key Professional Achievements
- Leadership: Appointed as Temporary Team Leader for the DSWD Area Coordinating Team, overseeing regional technical operations.
- Technical Licensing: Board-Certified Civil Engineer (Professional License No. 1234567).
- Stakeholder Management: Successfully represented technical project interests to local government legislative bodies and municipal councils.
- Compliance: Certified in Construction Occupational Safety and Health (COSH) with a consistent record of maintaining zero-incident project sites.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Civil Engineer
Local Government Unit – Planning Department
2025.02 - 2025.12
Technical Facilitator (Civil Engineer)
DSWD - KALAHI CID'S
2023.06 - 2024.12
Technical Project Engineer
JAACHACOSO ENTERPRISES & GENERAL SERVICES
2022.06 - 2023.01
Cost Engineer / Quantity Surveyor
First Balfour
2019.04 - 2022.05
Office/QC Engineer
GGC Group Inc. / GGC Land Inc.
2017.08 - 2017.12
Elementary School - undefined
Punta Elementary School
Professional License - Civil Engineer
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Eastern Visayas State University
High School -
New Ormoc City National High School