DONALD STAUFFER
St. Augustine, FL 32095
Executive Summary
Talented construction Chief Estimator / Project Manager / Superintendent with track record of success estimating and managing all aspects of site preparation for civil projects valued over $1 million. Performed accurate takeoffs, estimated projects, drafted and reviewed contract documents, performed buyouts for the projects and supervise / managed the site including, clearing, demolition, excavation, utility installation, asphalt paving, and concrete operations. Manage crews of 20-50. Acknowledge and integrate needs of other parties, including financial, legal, architects, engineers, subcontractors and vendors, for commercial, government and privet developers. Recognized for the ability to juggle multiple priorities and anticipate problems before they arise.
Selected Accomplishments
More than 23 years experience in construction management as Foreman, Superintendent,
Project Manager, Estimator, Operations Manager and VP:
1Implemented cost estimating software (Heavy Bid / HCSS) increased bid volume by 30%; lowered costs by 15%
2Successfully modified the profit, escalation, burden and direct costs allocation to produce highly competitive bid proposals
3Developed a time and materials tool based on cost-plus system budget compliance increased
4Reworked construction sequence to bring $2 million project in on time avoided 4 month delay
5Completed and passed the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board for Business and Underground Utility Contractors able to become a qualifying agent
Core competencies include:
Developed And Manage Estimating Staff Contract Negotiations
Strategic Business planning Vendor Negotiations
Competitive Industry Positioning Technologically Astute
P & L Management Team Building and Leadership
HCSS Software Proficiency
DONALD STAUFFER
Work History
Jon M. Hall CompanyChief Estimator
Ormond Beach, Florida(Ormond Beach Office)
2008-Current (Company Closing Office)
I reported to the President and Owners of the company and was responsible for all plan takeoffs and project specification, bid reviews and qualification.
Performed bid formulations, subcontractor contact and coordination.
Handled architectural/engineering issues, value engineering issues, and conceptual budgeting issues
I updated their HCSS cost estimating systems to reflect current market conditions.
Prepared accurate estimates and proposals ranging from 1 million to 6 million for division II.
Foshee Construction Inc.Chief Estimator
Orlando, Florida
2007 -2008
Initiated a program to maintain a historical record of bid proposal performance. An essential business function for forecasting and goal setting that this company had not performed in the past
Identified prospective projects, compiled bid documents, drafted estimate proposals, and submitted bid proposals to customers.
Completely renovated and modernized their estimating program, HeavyBid, to reflect true cost calculation and improve the cost element formulation and compilation of bid proposals..
Because of the efficiency that I introduced, Foshee was able to consistently increase total submitted bid values from $1 - $2 million per month to over $8 million per month.
Allbright Contracting Inc.Chief Estimator/Project Manager
MacCleeny, Florida
2006-2007
Initiated HCSS / Heavy bid into the company to perform accurate estimates..
Prepared estimates and proposals ranging from 100 K to 3 million for division II.
Participated in the development of construction projects and oversaw their organization, scheduling, and commencement.
Assisted construction project superintendents and managers in maintaining paper and electronic job files, submitted responses to RFIs.
Prepared detailed estimates, finalized proposals, and secured contracts. Attended pre-bid meetings to ascertain scope of each project.
Prince Construction Inc.Underground Utility foreman
2006
Shortly after moving to Florida I decided to position myself in the field to learn the different techniques used in the Florida market to better prepare myself for a Chief estimator position.
While employed with Prince I was handed some of the most challenging job duties on the site, I installed three box culvert systems in 50% less time then budgeted.
After four months of employment I was offered the head superintendent position to over see a staff of 100 field workers, I declined the offer to pursue my estimating career.
Stauffer Corporation/Keystone Contractors Owner/President
1993-2006
P.S. Stauffer & SonsOperator/Superintendent/Estimator
1985-1987 / 1989-1993
Marine SupplySales/Customer Service manager
1987- 1988
Operating Engineers, Local 542 Heavy Equipment Operator
1983 1990
Education
Spring Garden College2 years Construction Management
AAA Construction SchoolCompleted Business & Underground
Study Course.
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