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Michael Passant

Christchurch,North New Brighton

Summary

Civil Estimator with Christchurch Ready Mix Concrete, skilled in cost estimation and contract negotiations. Proven ability to deliver accurate estimates and collaborate effectively with project teams, ensuring project goals are met. Strong time management and communication skills enhance project outcomes while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

I have been in this role for coming on 3 years, and in this period we have had success securing projects ranging from small driveways, medium sized warehouse projects to multiple multi million dollar supermarkets.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Civil Estimator

Christchurch Ready Mix Concrete
03.2022 - Current
  • Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for civil construction projects.
  • Conduct detailed quantity takeoffs from construction drawings and specifications.
  • Review and interpret bid documents and project scopes to create detailed, clear, and comprehensive estimates.
  • Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure estimates align with the project’s goals and specifications.
  • Assist in negotiating contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure the best terms.

Survey Technician

Christchurch Ready Mix Concrete
06.2017 - 02.2022


  • On site set survey set out utilising Leica robot 50 total station, set out for kerbing, footpaths, drainage.
  • Conduct on site as built measurements.
  • Produce data for on site use using ICON software.
  • Produce data using ICON software for reports for clients.

Civil Construction Labourer.

Christchurch Ready Mix Concrete
06.2013 - 05.2017
  • General labouring duties including operating small machinery, hand tools and assisting excavator operators.
  • Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment.
  • Drive class 2 trucks.

Education

A Levels

Accrington And Rossendale College.
Accrington, UK
06-1993

High School Diploma -

St Christophers High School
Accrington, UK
06-1991

Skills

    Time Management

  • Effective time management managing multiple tasks,
  • Meeting deadlines, and competing priorities to achieve the required outcome

    • Technical Skills

  • Cost Estimation,
  • Quantity takeoff,
  • Interpretation of construction documents and specifications,,
  • Bid preparations,
  • Conduct site inspections
  • Risk analysis in potential projects

    • Communication skills

  • Contract negotiations, client interaction and collaboration with PM's, engineers, sub contractors and suppliers

Interests

I like to keep fit, I work out in the gym five mornings a week before work, my main interest is running, in particular I like to participate in ultra marathons achieving multiple 100 mile finishes

Away from running, I coach a local kids football team and have done so for the last 2 years, I also coach a team for indoor football

With my two children we are avid fans of the Crusaders and have been season ticket holder's for the last 5 years


Timeline

Civil Estimator

Christchurch Ready Mix Concrete
03.2022 - Current

Survey Technician

Christchurch Ready Mix Concrete
06.2017 - 02.2022

Civil Construction Labourer.

Christchurch Ready Mix Concrete
06.2013 - 05.2017

A Levels

Accrington And Rossendale College.

High School Diploma -

St Christophers High School

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