Experienced Project Estimator with knack for delivering accurate cost assessments and driving project success. Known for streamlining estimation processes and enhancing team collaboration to achieve project targets. Successfully led multiple projects, ensuring budgets were met and client satisfaction was high.
Skilled in computer-aided design with focus on providing technical drawings for diverse sectors. Can deliver high-quality, accurate schematics to streamline project execution and improve team efficiency. Skill set includes mastery of CAD software, understanding of engineering terminology, and strong problem-solving capabilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project estimator
Shenton Group Ltd
Grangemouth, Stirlingshire
09.2024 - 06.2025
Produced comprehensive and realistic project budgets for successful project delivery.
Developed detailed project estimates by assessing materials, labour and time requirements.
Managed multiple complex estimating tasks to meet strict deadlines.
Assessed engineer service reports and building quotations for recommended remedial works.
Liaised with the engineers to clarify the requirements and reaching out to suppliers/sub-contractors to confirm costs.
Conducted site visits as necessary for gathering crucial information for estimation.
Addressed post-contract cost variances and change control processes.
CAD Technician/Project Co-ordinator
Indusvent Ltd.
Grangemouth, UK
09.2021 - 09.2024
Creating 2D & 3D CAD drawings and bill of materials that will allow a customer quotation to be produced.
Produce a take-off from the estimate drawing to ensure all materials required are known at the quotation stage.
Attend customer site and liaise with customer representative on larger projects to ensure the project can be delivered safely and right first time.
Produce detailed 2D & 3D CAD drawings for all projects won to allow site specific information to be communicated to site teams.
To co-ordinate all materials required and ensure they are on site in a timely manner to ensure the planned job start date is not compromised.
To co-ordinate labour requirements to ensure people with the right skills are on site when required.
To produce site specific risk assessments and method statements to ensure all work is carried out in a safe manner and nobody is exposed to any additional risks.
Organized all plant and tools required to do the job and ensure they are on site in a timely manner to ensure the planned job start date is not compromised.
Communicating with the installation teams on site both by telephone and in person to ensure the job runs safely and smoothly and is delivered within budget and on time.
On completion of work, ensured all site layout drawings are updated and any remedial works planned.
CAD Technician
Black & Veatch
Glasgow
11.2015 - 08.2018
Enhanced project efficiency by conducting detailed CAD drawings and revisions.
Maintained high standards of data management by regularly updating our digital library with new components and assemblies.
Gained proficiency in multiple specialised drafting software packages, enhancing versatility in role as a CAD technician.
Established strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers, facilitating smooth coordination during material procurement phase.
Conducted regular checks on drawing consistency, promoting coherence across all project stages.
Followed tight schedules to bring projects to completion on-time and meet contract requirements.
CAD Technician
DNV GL (Germanischer Loyd)
Edinburgh
04.2014 - 11.2015
My responsibilities as a CAD Technician are to create, update and manage AutoCAD drawings and drawing records for clients such as National Grid, Scotia Gas Networks and Carillion Amey.
This role also includes travelling to different pressure stations and military bases to carry out surveys on the pipework and components as well as hazardous area checks.
For the site visits, I was accompanied by an experienced colleague which provided me with excellent ground knowledge for navigating safely around certain sites while taking in as much information as possible.
My position has mainly been focussed on gas transmission lines in the UK as well as the compressor and pressure control stations built in to these systems.
Mechanical Technician
Apache (Opito Training Management Ltd.)
Beryl Bravo Platform, UK
07.2012 - 04.2014
As a trainee, my responsibilities were to carry out operations on mechanical equipment throughout the platform including maintenance and repairs, services and overhauls, inspections and fault finding and diagnostics.
These tasks were performed on equipment including valves, pumps, diesel engines, gearboxes, compressors, power generators and cranes.
For more technical or heavy duty tasks, I would normally be teamed up with or supervised by another member of the mechanical team.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Energy & Environmental Engineering
Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh
09.2020 - 05.2021
HND - Mechanical Engineering
Forth Valley College
Falkirk
09.2018 - 05.2020
Skills
Projectwise
AutoCAD
Autodesk Inventor
SAGE software proficiency
SAP software competency
Auditing principles knowledge
Proficiency with audit software
Supply chain understanding
Energy efficiency techniques
Continuous improvement focus
Surveying techniques familiarity
Cost estimation expertise
Affiliations
Boxing
Golf
Travelling
IT
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project estimator
Shenton Group Ltd
09.2024 - 06.2025
CAD Technician/Project Co-ordinator
Indusvent Ltd.
09.2021 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Engineering - Energy & Environmental Engineering
VET/Workplace Learning Support Officer at Education Department/Shenton CollegeVET/Workplace Learning Support Officer at Education Department/Shenton College