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Experienced freelance estimator with proven ability to secure profitable contracts
Michael Armstrong
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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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I'm an experienced estimator in construction, internal fit-out and the built environment. I have over ten years of experience leading estimating and a proven track record of securing commercially viable projects across retail, commercial, petroleum & leisure markets.
I’ve been lucky enough to work on projects throughout the UK for Starbucks, McDonald's, BP, Shell, Next, Sports Direct, David Lloyd, Deciem, Moto Services and the Motor Fuel Group to name a few. These are typically fast-track and within live environments, close to customers and members of staff.
I believe strongly in high standards, accuracy, attention to detail and careful planning, so if you have a project you need to secure please get in touch.
I’ve been lucky enough to work on projects throughout the UK for Starbucks, McDonald's, BP, Shell, Next, Sports Direct, David Lloyd, Deciem, Moto Services and the Motor Fuel Group to name a few. These are typically fast-track and within live environments, close to customers and members of staff.
I believe strongly in high standards, accuracy, attention to detail and careful planning, so if you have a project you need to secure please get in touch.
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United Kingdom
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English
Fluently
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Larger project
Ongoing relation / part-time
Full time contractor
Available
My experience
2018 - 2019
job
Estimator/Quantity Surveyor
Cold Developments Ltd.
Approached due to prior experience to help set up a fit-out company, win & fulfil commercial & retail contracts.
Covering internal fit-out, civils works and subcontract M&E packages.
Key Responsibilities:
* Evaluation and completion of all tenders
* Interpretation of Bill of Quantities/Bill of Materials
* Review drawings & documentation released as part of the tender and ongoing throughout the project
* Responsible for setting up local & national pricing agreements with suppliers & subcontractors
* Preparing tender documentation and subcontractor packages
* Compile, communicate & negotiate project cost variations with clients & their representatives
* Compiling project cost plans, setting & communicating budgets
* Producing procurement lists
* Complete interim & final account valuations & submissions
* Track & report on tender success rates & post contract performance
* Ensure commercial viability of all projects
* Advise on and produce project programmes
Key Achievements/Projects:
* Built supply chain of subcontractors & material suppliers
* 36% conversion rate against a tendered value in excess of £10m
* Average project performance of 21% GP
* Delivered two concurrent projects in the Netherlands with an overall performance of 21% GP
* Contacted prospective new client, completed RFI & PQQ assessments, arranged visit by HSSE Manager and was invited to a formal meeting to become part of the supply chain
Covering internal fit-out, civils works and subcontract M&E packages.
Key Responsibilities:
* Evaluation and completion of all tenders
* Interpretation of Bill of Quantities/Bill of Materials
* Review drawings & documentation released as part of the tender and ongoing throughout the project
* Responsible for setting up local & national pricing agreements with suppliers & subcontractors
* Preparing tender documentation and subcontractor packages
* Compile, communicate & negotiate project cost variations with clients & their representatives
* Compiling project cost plans, setting & communicating budgets
* Producing procurement lists
* Complete interim & final account valuations & submissions
* Track & report on tender success rates & post contract performance
* Ensure commercial viability of all projects
* Advise on and produce project programmes
Key Achievements/Projects:
* Built supply chain of subcontractors & material suppliers
* 36% conversion rate against a tendered value in excess of £10m
* Average project performance of 21% GP
* Delivered two concurrent projects in the Netherlands with an overall performance of 21% GP
* Contacted prospective new client, completed RFI & PQQ assessments, arranged visit by HSSE Manager and was invited to a formal meeting to become part of the supply chain
Retail, Procurement, Interim, Contracts, Manager
2016 - 2018
job
Commercial Manager
IPS Pearce Ltd.
Outline:
Working closely with the Director, design team and specialist manufacturers in producing tenders for a major sports
retailer. Responsible for all estimates, procurement strategy, final accounts & invoicing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Estimating supply & installation of retail product displays
* Pricing retail installation for brands already acquired
* Sourcing bespoke materials & suppliers
* Building supply chain, negotiating & setting up rates
* Producing procurement forecasts & strategy for discussion with Director & implementing
* Advise on stock holding
* Feedback commercial implications into the design team
* Project forecasts & post contract performance reporting
Key Achievements/Projects:
* Won contract for roll out to all stores within Europe
* Worked with the design team on delivering commercial aspect of collaboration between UK grime artist Skepta
and 'No Fear' within a number of high profile stores
* Built a team to deliver two projects valued at £500k within four months of enquiry.
Achieved a 26% GP after all O, H & P deductions
Working closely with the Director, design team and specialist manufacturers in producing tenders for a major sports
retailer. Responsible for all estimates, procurement strategy, final accounts & invoicing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Estimating supply & installation of retail product displays
* Pricing retail installation for brands already acquired
* Sourcing bespoke materials & suppliers
* Building supply chain, negotiating & setting up rates
* Producing procurement forecasts & strategy for discussion with Director & implementing
* Advise on stock holding
* Feedback commercial implications into the design team
* Project forecasts & post contract performance reporting
Key Achievements/Projects:
* Won contract for roll out to all stores within Europe
* Worked with the design team on delivering commercial aspect of collaboration between UK grime artist Skepta
and 'No Fear' within a number of high profile stores
* Built a team to deliver two projects valued at £500k within four months of enquiry.
Achieved a 26% GP after all O, H & P deductions
Design, Retail, Procurement, Sourcing, Manager
2008 - 2016
job
Pre-Construction Manager
Branch Construction Ltd.
Outline:
Reporting to the board of Directors within a fast track shop fitting & construction company. With key clients such as BP
Oil, Starbucks, Centre Parcs, Next, McDonalds & Moto Services.
Key Responsibilities:
* Researched, developed and implemented the business procurement processes & systems
* Responsible for an annual procurement budget in excess of £3m
* Evaluate tender enquiries and act as leader in their completion on standalone projects up to £750k and roll
out programmes up to £3.5m
* Budget costing & feasibility studies on tight timescales
* Contract Negotiations
* Risk analysis and tender evaluations
* Interpret detailed construction programmes
* Worked closely with all construction trades
* Value Engineering
* Cost reconciliation reporting
* Detailed material summaries
* Pre-start meetings
* Preparation, submission & monitoring of valuations
* Completing drawing take-offs from printed drawings and using CAD
* Compile first principal estimates for discussion with directors
* Responsible for quantifying, scheduling, communicating and timely delivery of all procurement for all site
based projects
* Communicating with Blue Chip clients on the delivery of projects, design issues and product requirements
* Provide day-to-day support to on-site teams
Key Achievements Projects:
* Saw the turnover of the company increase from approx. £2m to £4.6m annually
* Won a batched tender for 26 sites as part of BP Oils 'Wild Bean' refresh programme of works in 2014
* Regularly attended BP design review meetings to assist on product/material specification
* Acquired contract support from companies within our supply chain
Reporting to the board of Directors within a fast track shop fitting & construction company. With key clients such as BP
Oil, Starbucks, Centre Parcs, Next, McDonalds & Moto Services.
Key Responsibilities:
* Researched, developed and implemented the business procurement processes & systems
* Responsible for an annual procurement budget in excess of £3m
* Evaluate tender enquiries and act as leader in their completion on standalone projects up to £750k and roll
out programmes up to £3.5m
* Budget costing & feasibility studies on tight timescales
* Contract Negotiations
* Risk analysis and tender evaluations
* Interpret detailed construction programmes
* Worked closely with all construction trades
* Value Engineering
* Cost reconciliation reporting
* Detailed material summaries
* Pre-start meetings
* Preparation, submission & monitoring of valuations
* Completing drawing take-offs from printed drawings and using CAD
* Compile first principal estimates for discussion with directors
* Responsible for quantifying, scheduling, communicating and timely delivery of all procurement for all site
based projects
* Communicating with Blue Chip clients on the delivery of projects, design issues and product requirements
* Provide day-to-day support to on-site teams
Key Achievements Projects:
* Saw the turnover of the company increase from approx. £2m to £4.6m annually
* Won a batched tender for 26 sites as part of BP Oils 'Wild Bean' refresh programme of works in 2014
* Regularly attended BP design review meetings to assist on product/material specification
* Acquired contract support from companies within our supply chain
Design, Budget, Procurement, CAD, Engineering, Support, Monitoring, Costing, Risk analysis, Processes, Manager
2008 - 2008
job
Market Analyst
bmi.
Analyst
2007 - 2007
job
Internal Account Management Supervisor
Experian.
Account management, Management
2005 - 2007
job
Quality Manager
Orange PLC.
Manager
My education
Sunderland University
Bachelors, Art
Bachelors, Art
Sunderland University
BTEC, Art & Design Foundation Course
BTEC, Art & Design Foundation Course
Woodham Comprehensive School
Secondary, Art & Design
Secondary, Art & Design
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