Professional Summary
Results-driven estimator with 15+ years of experience preparing conceptual and hard-bid estimates for
commercial tenant-improvement and renovation projects. Experienced in quantity takeoffs, bid analysis,
subcontractor coordination, and value engineering. Recognized for clear communication, accuracy, and efficiency
from pre-bid through award, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction. Experienced in lease negotiations, LOIs,
and landlord work obligations, aligning construction budgets and scope with lease terms and client objectives.
Professional Experience
Jacob Dean Construction – Estimator / Project Manager (2017–2025)
Performed conceptual and detailed quantity takeoffs for diverse commercial tenant-improvement projects.
Prepared cost estimates, bid packages, and value-engineering proposals. Managed documentation, RFIs,
submittals, and change orders. Collaborated with clients and ownership to refine bid strategies, coordinate
subcontractor pricing, and ensure complete scope coverage.
Nerium International (Self-Employment) – Independent Regional Marketing Director (2014–2017)
Built and led a 5,000+ member sales organization generating $400K monthly. Directed events, created marketing
strategies, and delivered presentations in U.S. and international markets. Developed leadership and client
communication skills applicable to construction coordination.
ICS Pacific Builders – Estimator / Project Manager (2010–2014)
Developed hard bids and negotiated proposals for commercial projects. Analyzed labor, materials, and
subcontractor pricing to assemble competitive bids. Created scope sheets and comparison matrices to identify
coverage gaps. Supported project startup and schedule management.
Jacor General Contracting – Estimator (2005–2010)
Prepared pre-construction budgets, quantity surveys, and cost models. Qualified subcontractors, issued bid
invitations, and maintained cost history for pricing accuracy. Assisted with post-bid analysis and scope
adjustments.
Palmer Painting Contractor – Estimator / Sales / Project Manager (2001–2005)
Generated detailed painting takeoffs, material schedules, and cost breakdowns for commercial and residential
projects. Oversaw field crews to ensure quality control and adherence to schedules.
Skills
Estimating & Pre-Construction: Conceptual estimating, detailed takeoffs, cost modeling, bid leveling, value
engineering
Client & Subcontractor Relations: Clear communicator and collaborator
Project Coordination: RFIs, submittals, change orders, scheduling, closeout documentation
Leadership: Team building, training, results-driven management
Software & Tools: Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; Procore online certification; Bluebeam training
Education
Grossmont, Cuyamaca & San Diego City Colleges – San Diego, CA
Three years of Kinesiology coursework emphasizing anatomy, physiology, and human performance
Past Projects:
1. America’s Finest Charter School — 4481 Estrella Ave.
2. Berkshire Hathaway — 2080 Otay Lakes Road
3. Black & Grey Atelier — 1450 Market Street
4. Brehm Communications — 16644 West Bernardo Drive
5. CA Department of Insurance Fraud — 10021 Willow Creek Road
6. CAES — 9404 Chesapeake Drive
7. CDA — 180 Otay Lakes Road
8. Club Pilates — La Jolla, PB, Clairemont, Kearney Mesa
9. Connect with Physicians — 7020 Avenida Encinas
10. Connect with Physicians — 8898 La Mesa Blvd
11. Connect with Physicians — 765 Medical Center Court
12. Connect with Physicians — 955 Boardwalk
13. Connect with Physicians — 412 Washington Street
14. Davis Partners — 9883 Pacific Heights Blvd.
15. Digium — 9115 Brown Deer Road
16. Dr. Paul Kim Pain Management Center — 8352 Clairmont Mesa Blvd.
17. Eden Diagnostics — 9918 Via Pasar
18. Edward Jones — 3990 Old Town Ave
19. Elite Security — 2878 Camino Del Rio South
20. Essex Property Management — 1550 Hotel Circle North
21. G Global — 2695 Customhouse Ct.
22. Gear Box — 9375 Customhouse Plaza
23. Georgia Tech Research Institute — 2750 Womble Road
24. Griffin Funding — 2445 Fifth Ave.
25. High Rank Websites — 10080 Carroll Canyon Road
26. Kid Ventures — 10760 Thornmint Ave
27. Lindamood Bell — 445 Marine View Ave 'The Timbers'
28. LIT Industrial — 9255 Customhouse Plaza
29. Lolita’s Corporate Offices — 2060 Otay Lakes Road
30. MA Engineering — 5160 Carrol Canyon Road
31. Main Electric — 4674 Cardin Street
32. Moniker Group — 2829 Historic Decatur Rd.
33. NAI Offices — 9820 Willow Creek Road
34. Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Specialists of S.D. — 2060 Otay Lakes Road
35. Peraton — 15321 Avenue of Science
36. Reason Financial — 4747 Morena Blvd
37. SAY San Diego — 4775 Viewridge Ave.
38. Scripps Health Express Liberty Station — 2445 Truxtun Road
39. SD Composites — 4454 Viewridge Ave.
40. Share MD — 8901 Activity Road
41. Southland Envelope — 8830 Siempre Viva Road.
42. Strive Compounding Pharmacy — 8950 Villa La Jolla Drive
43. Terrytown — 8851 Kerns St.
44. The Joint Chiropractic — 2245 Fenton Parkway
45. USMC / Navy / Air Force Recruiting Centers — multiple locations Plaza Sorrento & Oceanside
46. V & P Scientific — 8810 Rehco Rd.
47. Vencore — 2750 Womble Road
48. Zero Waste San Diego — 12316 World Trade Drive
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