Arvin Ian Ponce
Self-employeed
San Jose Del Monte, Province Of Bulacan
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Cost Estimate Engineer skilled in cost estimation, quantity takeoff, and project documentation. Proven ability to prepare accurate project proposals and budgets, contributing to successful project delivery.
Work History
PlanSwift Estimating Specialist
3 Months- Perform digital quantity takeoffs and prepare takeoff summaries using PlanSwift for construction estimating projects.
- Develop and maintain estimating templates, parts, and items to organize quantities and cost information.
- Review and modify existing estimating setups to align with project requirements and estimating standards.
- Develop PlanSwift assemblies and formulas for material quantities, labor, equipment, waste factors, and unit costs.
Cost Estimate Engineer
7 Months- Compiled Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, and project proposals/contracts to ensure alignment with project plans and client requirements, enhancing project feasibility.
- Created Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Detailed Unit Price Analyses (DUPA) to improve accuracy of cost estimates and budgeting, supporting financial planning.
- Prepared comprehensive bidding documents, including quantity takeoffs and technical documentation, to facilitate competitive tender submissions.
- Assessed plan revisions and generated Variation Orders, detailing quantity adjustments and cost impact implications.
Freelance Cost Estimator
1 Year- Prepared Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and Bills of Materials (BOM) for architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, and other construction works to ensure accurate project costing.
- Prepare cost estimates and supporting documentation for construction bidding, including quantity takeoffs and commercial submissions.
- Conducted quantity takeoffs and material quantification with unit costing based on project plans and specifications for precise cost estimation.
- Prepared detailed cost estimates and supporting documentation for construction bidding, including quantity takeoffs and commercial submissions to facilitate contractor decision-making.
Site Engineer
3 Months- Supervised site activities and inspected work to ensure compliance with plans and quality standards, contributing to project integrity.
- Coordinated with foremen, workers, and suppliers to facilitate smooth site operations and ensure timely task completion.
- Coordinated with foremen, workers, and suppliers to facilitate smooth site operations and timely task completion.
- Prepared daily and weekly accomplishment reports to provide insights for project monitoring and decision-making.
Civil Engineering Intern
6 Months- Estimated material quantities for construction projects, ensuring accurate budgeting and resource allocation.
- Estimated material quantities for construction projects to enhance budgeting accuracy and optimize resource allocation.
- Prepared and verified billing of quantities to ensure timely invoicing and maintain financial tracking.
- Drafted and modified as-built plans using CAD to reflect site conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Skills
Quantity Takeoff
Cost Estimation
Bid management
Technical documentation
Project Documentation
Certification
Safety Officer 2
Licensed Civil Engineer - Feb 2026 to Nov 2029
Software
Planswift
, 5,Bluebeam
, 4,AutoCAD
, 5,Sketchup
, 4,STAAD.Pro
, 4,MS Office
, 5Personal Information
Certifications
12-2025
Timeline
PlanSwift Estimating Specialist
Ortiz & Associates - Remote Independent Contractor
08.2026 - CurrentRead More
Cost Estimate Engineer
Excellon Construction
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Site Engineer
STC Inc.
01.2026 - 04.2026Read More
Freelance Cost Estimator
Self-employeed
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
Civil Engineering Intern
Excellon Construction
02.2024 - 08.2024Read More
Technological Institute of The Philippines
Bachelor of Science from Civil Engineering
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