Olivia Green

• Phone: +61 2 9123 4567
• Email: olivia.green@email.com
• Location: Sydney, Australia
• LinkedIn: oliviagreen-costestimator

Summary

With 9 years of dedicated experience in cost estimation for large-scale commercial and infrastructure projects, I have consistently delivered accurate and comprehensive cost analyses, contributing to successful project bids and budget adherence. My expertise spans pre-construction cost planning, tender preparation, and value engineering, ensuring financial viability and competitive positioning for complex builds across New South Wales.

Experience

Senior Cost Estimator, Lendlease Australia -- Barangaroo, Sydney, Australia

Mar 2019 – present

• Led cost estimation for bids on projects valued up to AUD 500M, including commercial towers and mixed-use developments, achieving a 75% bid-to-win ratio on projects where detailed estimates were provided.

• Developed and maintained detailed cost models, reducing estimation time by 15% through process optimization and template standardization.

• Collaborated with design and procurement teams to identify value engineering opportunities, resulting in average cost savings of 8% on selected project components.

• Mentored junior estimators, enhancing team capabilities in quantity surveying, risk analysis, and software proficiency.

Cost Estimator, Mirvac Group -- Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney, Australia

July 2015 – Feb 2019

• Prepared detailed cost estimates for residential and commercial property developments, ranging from AUD 50M to AUD 200M, ensuring alignment with project specifications and market conditions.

• Conducted thorough analysis of subcontractor bids, identifying discrepancies and negotiating optimal pricing, contributing to a 5% average reduction in sub-contractor costs.

• Managed take-offs and bill of quantities using industry-standard software, ensuring accuracy for materials, labour, and equipment.

• Assisted in the preparation of budget reports and financial forecasts for project stakeholders.

Education

University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney), Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) in Construction Management and Property -- Kensington, Sydney, Australia

Mar 2011 – June 2015

Skills

Estimation Software: CostX, Buildsoft Global, Timberline, Candy, Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

Cost Management: Pre-Construction Cost Planning, Budgeting, Value Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Risk Analysis, Life Cycle Costing

Project Lifecycle: Tender Preparation, Bid Management, Contract Administration, Post-Contract Cost Control

Industry Knowledge: Commercial Construction, Infrastructure Projects, Residential Development, Australian Building Codes

Communication & Analysis: Stakeholder Communication, Report Writing, Data Analysis, Negotiation, Presentation