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Valentine Condorache

London,Royal Kensington and Chelsea

Summary

As a meticulous and analytical construction estimator with a wealth of experience in the UK construction industry, I possess a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic insight. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy, I specialize in delivering precise and comprehensive cost estimates for a wide range of construction projects, from residential developments to large-scale commercial ventures. My proficiency in utilizing cutting-edge estimation software combined with a deep understanding of local market trends and regulations enables me to provide clients with reliable projections that optimize project budgets and timelines. Committed to fostering collaborative relationships and exceeding expectations, I am adept at communicating complex information effectively and building consensus among stakeholders. As a dedicated professional driven by a passion for excellence, I am poised to contribute to the success and growth of any construction team, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while upholding the highest standards of quality and integrity.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work history

Senior estimator

Ultimate Group Fit out
Cross Hills, Yorkshire
10.2023 - Current

Pricing works between £200k and £20 m.
Facades, Roofs, Commercial, Residencial Buildings, Warehouses, Public Sector works etc.

· Internal BOQ production.

· Provide priced appraisals cost plans to support bid submissions with updates generally set at pre planning and start on site stages.

Attendance at opportunity launch, mid-tender, settlement and handover meetings

· Pre-enquiry communication with key supply chain partners as required

Supporting value engineering or negotiating exercises where required .
• Building relationships with clients.
• Pricing form data and proposing these to clients.

· Internal take off and measurement utilising Bluebeam software or other software as may be introduced to complete tasks.

· Maintain working relationships with our local and national supply chains with meetings as necessary to support the Estimating process.

Completion of project CSA as required
• Completing a range of commercial buildings tenders at pre construction phase.
• Working closely with the Managing Director and Contracts Manager

Estimator

Buckingham Group Contracting Ltd
Oxford St, Manchester
08.2019 - 09.2023

· Completion of design, specification and value engineering reviews.

· Undertaking reviews of Build cost inflation considerations for existing sites using BCIS indices.

· Preparing job pricing comparisons and resources for settlement meetings.

· Completion of project CSA as required.

· Provide input into post tender clarifications and negotiations.

· Attendance at Client / Stakeholder meetings as required.

Estimator

Censeo Consulting
Rugby, Rugby
09.2016 - 08.2019

· Preparing documentation for handover meetings to production and commercial teams.

· Review site constraints, risks and opportunities in conjunction with the land team along with cost mitigation strategies.

· Develop a strategy with the team and manage the measure and financial element of the development.

· Supporting value engineering or negotiating exercises where required.

· Financial modelling of cost and revenue streams to determine funding requirements of each development.

· Maintaining library of build costs for the pricing templates notably covering core costs for housing costs but of course all other items.

Estimator

Laing o rourke
Dartford, Kent
05.2015 - 07.2016

Prepare and cost estimates to high levels of accuracy
Collate and analyse project cost estimates at all stages of the project
Review and validate estimates
Provide input into the tender review process
Interface with project planning teams to ensure alignment between the estimate and the Project Plan
Produce monthly reports to an agreed reporting cycle and communicate to all levels of management
Send out sub-contract enquiries and follow up.

Project manager

ARJ Construction
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
04.2012 - 05.2015
  • Establishing effective processes and systems to be utilised throughout the project
  • Producing and managing project plans
  • Overseeing managing and reporting project progress
  • Tracking and documenting changes
  • Preparing written project communication materials
  • Liaising with the client, contractors, and designers
  • Implementation and compliance with all statutory and company procedures.
  • Financial management and reporting including Profit & Loss
  • Implement and enforce quality control measures to guarantee the delivery of high-quality interiors.
  • Conduct inspections and assessments to ensure work meets company and client standards.

Education

BA/BSc (Hons) - Business Management

Falmouth BA/BSc (Hons)
London

NVQ - Construction

NVQ
London

Timeline

Senior estimator

Ultimate Group Fit out
10.2023 - Current

Estimator

Buckingham Group Contracting Ltd
08.2019 - 09.2023

Estimator

Censeo Consulting
09.2016 - 08.2019

Estimator

Laing o rourke
05.2015 - 07.2016

Project manager

ARJ Construction
04.2012 - 05.2015

BA/BSc (Hons) - Business Management

Falmouth BA/BSc (Hons)

NVQ - Construction

NVQ
Valentine Condorache