Saul Juarez

Experience

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  Chaparral Construction Corporation

  Jan 1999 - Nov 2004

  Estimator/Project Manager

  - Created and analyzed project plans from collecting field measurements to ensure that the street improvements, and other various flatwork projects were being assigned the proper construction method; valuable for our estimating team to create work schedules in order to finish on time.- Created material takeoffs, planned for use of equipment, and conducted market research for which subcontractors/vendors would be the best possible fit for working with our company. - Analyzed project costs by calculating unit costs per item, analyzed potential risks and setbacks, and lastly finalized the bid where we received many project awards throughout Ventura County and nearby areas. Show less

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  Security Paving Company, Inc.

  Nov 2004 - Oct 2009

  Estimator/Project Manager

  - Successfully bid on multiple highway projects where I managed the early stages of the materials testing process for government entity clients such as Caltrans. Upheld a strong presence of customer relationship management yielding to contract renewals with both public and private developers. Created cost proposals for contract change orders, oversaw and audited lookahead schedules, and successfully onboarded/trained newly hired estimators.- Created blueprints and conducted take-offs for structural & architectural concrete, materials testing, street improvements, underground utilities, earth moving, and highways. Generated detailed bids and attended public bid openings, securing project awards with minimal difference between the winning bid and the next closest competitor. Show less

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  Chaparral Construction Corporation

  Oct 2009 - Dec 2012

  Senior Estimator/Project Manager

  - Utilized a custom designed Excel and Hard Dollar worksheets to generate precise bids for public and private developers. Managed and allocated workforce with scheduling software in addition to providing on site field direction. Dispatched supplies, tools, and heavy civil machinery. Conducted market research when selectively choosing vendors and subcontractors when needed. Calculated profit forecasts. Analyzed overhead costs and other expenses which yielded to accurate unit costs per item which was later shared across different departments. Collaborated with accounts receivable when tracking project completeness percentages and ensure that appropriate budgets were aligning. - Created blueprints and conducted take-offs for underground utilities, highways, street improvements, and other various flatwork construction projects. Managed multi-million dollar projects where I oversaw workforce allocation, collected and analyzed field measurements when visiting sites, created change orders, audited & maintained billing cycles, coordinated subcontractors, and ensured quality control measures were being met to ensure efficiency and safety. Show less

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  Building Cultura

  Jan 2013 - now

  Owner/Project Director

  Construction/Real Estate Consultancy & Management Service-Founded a construction consultancy/construction management service, specializing in civil construction services such as concrete/asphalt paving, grading, chip sealing, striping, masonry structures, and maintenance. - I also design cost-effective, compliant, and quality-driven projects specializing in design-build and restoration for residential and commercial projects.-Consult with clients about potential resources to select reliable specialty contractors, mitigate risks, and ensure project satisfaction within given budgets. -Provide real estate development services to empower low-income families in securing affordable housing and navigating the property market. Additionally, I provide construction expertise to further enhance their properties, fostering community development and securing housing/financial security for my clients. Show less

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  Richman Property Services

  Apr 2021 - now

  Facilities Project Director