1. NICHOLAS E MARTIN
6108 Rincon Way
Dallas, TX
75214
(281) 318-9173 ( Cell )
nickm0129@hotmail.com
Career Objectives
To find an opportunity to optimize my potential as a consistent part of a company that is growing. I'm not looking
for a job, but a career. Constant innovation and remembering that extraordinary results require an extraordinary mindset.
Summary of Certifications
5 YEARS MULTI-DISCIPLINED ESTIMATOR --WSO-SCCS, NWA, WMO, MSCE, FEMA ISC, CompTIA A+( Pending) Skywarn Advanced Storm Spotter, TESSA
Certified, CoCoRaHs data integrity volunteer.
Work History
Jun 04, 2007 - Oct 02, 2009
WILLBROS CONSTRUCTION USA - HOUSTON, Texas
PROJECT ESTIMATOR/CONTROLS ASSISTANT , ATMOSPHERIC AND GEOLOGICAL RISK ANALYST
I entered the company as a facilities estimator. This includes making site visits, job walks and pre-bid meetings.
My duties also include multi-disciplined detailed takeoffs, calculating field overhead staffing and construction
equipment costs for lump sum and other bid formats. I also spent time in scheduling with MS Project and
resource loading Primavera 3. I helped design, maintain and an in-house progress system with integrated
macros in MS Access. At one time, I was keeping up with the progress on 11 jobs. This program measured
progress by each craft and task activity. I have supported the claims department with weather event recreations,
weather forecasts, digital precipitation analysis animations, long and short term climate predictions, hazardous
weather safety seminars (for ongoing or mobilizing projects) and seismic risks for Government bids. I have
designed and proven accurate risk analysis programs similar to Crystal Ball or RISK, but with integrated
understanding that includes the S.E.T. effect in human decision making. I also am familiar with preparing bids for U.S. Government and EPC contracts.
Budgetary estimates are very common at Willbros.
Jan 07, 2007 - Jun 07, 2007
TEK-COM - BELLVILLE, Texas
NETWORK TECHNICIAN/COST ESTIMATOR
Maintaining and implementing server and client based networks. Skilled in Windows Server 2003, WSUS, SQL,
Windows XP Professional, ISA, IIS 6.0 and many other networking software. Group Policy is a tool I also
implement throughout networks. Above all, a secure and an easy to use network is my goal. I also estimated
the cost, time, and size of a new network based on client needs. Global networking is evolving into cloud computing.
I am current on Cisco and Sonicwall Systems. Setting up WAN in remote areas is not out of my league.
Dec 01, 2000 - Mar 15, 2002
BILL HEARD CHEVROLET - SUGARLAND, TX, Texas
SERVICE ADVISOR/COST ESTIMATOR
Estimating automotive repairs includes procurement of automotive parts and estimating the cost of labor for
maintenance and repairs. Assisting customers with contracts and extended warranties is the easiest task.
Listening and understanding the scope of what the client wants was also a duty. I enjoyed conceptualizing and
constructing a description for a better technical approach to an automotive issues. Other tasks include estimates
for long term cost vs. risk for the Chevrolet District Representative. I enjoyed writing software to enhance cost coding for invoices paid by GMPP. I was responsible
for accounts receivable and for equipment maintenance and conditions existing prior to services
rendered. ADP and Reynolds and Reynolds Software was used.
Education
Aug 2004 - Aug 2008 University of Oklahoma - Norman, Oklahoma
Education Level: Bachelors Degree Pending
Major: Meteorology
Minor: IT/Computer Science/Broadcast Journalism
GPA: 2.5
Total Hours: +168.0
Graduation: Pending (I am missing electives and capstone(s)).
Occupational Experience
Duties of a Cost Estimator/Project Controls Assistant:
• Receives and verifies that all pieces of a bid package are present and accounted for .
• Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation, to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Computes cost factors used for preparing estimates for management and determining cost effectiveness.
• Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard practices to safely enhance productivity in and out of the office.
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates, ideas and resolve claims.
• Prepares multi format estimates of many genres for selecting vendors or subcontractors in an effort to determine cost efficiency.
• Prepares estimates used for management purposes, such as planning, organizing, and scheduling indirect projects.
2. • Prepares time, cost, and labor estimates for clients needing order of magnitude figures for future projects, ideas, and specific needs by applying
specialized methodologies, techniques, or presentation purposes.
• Reviews data to determine materials and/or labor requirements, and prepares Markov chain analysis to enhance project performance.
• Assessing construction equipment needs and their operating costs.
• Assessing overhead and indirect costs.
• Writing software to fit the needs of various aspects of project controls.
• Assessing risk and justifying it with easy to visualize computer simulations.
• Tracking inclement weather costs due to delays.
• Revisiting past performance in order to optimize and accelerate the bidding process.
• Minimizing setbacks by allocating resources when unexpected setbacks occur.
• Assisting with RFQ, Logistics, Procurement, Safety Seminars, and whatever it takes to be the best.
• Follow up on bids that are not awarded.
• Never let a day go by that one does not learn something new.
Computer Skills
Typing Speed: 80 Words Per Minute
• ArcGIS 8.0+ (MRH3)
• Timberline (Setup, administration and utilization)
• Hard Dollar
• Aspentech
• Open Source
• Sage or ORACLE based software
• JD Edwards suite(s) 8.0
• Accounting Software (Peachtree, QuickBooks, etc)
• Apple or Macintosh Computers (OSX Snow Leopard)
• Database Software (Oracle, Access, etc)
• Data Entry Terminal (PDT, Mainframe Terminal, etc)
• Desktop Publishing Software (InDesign, etc)
• Email Software (Outlook, Thunderbird, etc)
• Graphics or Drawing Software (Photoshop, etc)
• Internet Browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc)
• Networking or LAN Software (Cisco, etc)
• Peripheral Devices (Scanners, Printers, etc)
• Network setup and maintenance
• Presentation Software (PowerPoint, Flash, etc)
• Spreadsheet Software (Calc, Excel, etc)
• Utility Software (Virus, File Compression, etc)
• Web Design Software (RapidWeaver, html, xml, etc)
• Word Processing Software (Word, WordPerfect, etc)
• Sharepoint
• GEMPAK, NESDIS, THREDDS, NETcdf
• Primavera 3 or SureTrack
• MS Project
• Bluetooth EDR
• SCADA
• Fiber Optic Connectivity
• Online Collaboration
• PROEst
• Lotus (IBM)
Additional Computer Skills:
I am very comfortable with all of the skills shown above. I would rather write or program my own software based on specific needs. Software programming with
Java, C++, or other language is a supplement that I am proud to implement into my objectives.
Language Skills
• English
• Spanish
Additional Skills
I have a valid US Passport. I am willing to relocate globally. I am familiar with government bids using the vast bid forms and paperwork. I am familiar with LEED
and EPC approaches. I also am familiar with Work Breakdown Structures in many types of projects. Multitasking is one of my strong points. Bid preparation and
presentation is something I take very much pride in. I perform every task as if I was doing it for the world to see. Eighty percent of my success has been from
listening and comprehending my objective to become a crucial component in my workplace.
Driver's License
Class C - Standard Driver's License
Texas
