Robert Perez

Project Manager & Construction Estimator with 12+ years' experience across residential and commercial flooring. I specialise in digital take-offs, tender pricing, supplier negotiation and onsite inspections, balancing on-site know-how with tech-driven workflows to improve accuracy, speed and cost outcomes. Through my experience I have provided product solutions through every medium of flooring. Comfortable collaborating using remote tools (Procore, MeasureSquare, Teams/Zoom, Google Workspace). I enjoy optimizing processes, introducing templates/automation while building strong supplier and client relationships.

• Estimating/Construction: MeasureSquare, Measure Premier, JobRunner, Procore
• Productivity/Collaboration: Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, Trello/Asana, Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Quickbooks
• Other: SAP POS systems, remote document sharing

• Project Manager / Estimator (Flooring), Washington Floor & Tile, Redmond, WA, USA, 2024-09-01, 2025-09-01, Prepared detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates from blueprints, specifications and site assessments for $50K-$350K packages., Owned the bid process: scoped work packages, sourced quotes and negotiated supplier pricing and holds., Coordinated with site supervisors and clients to sequence works, track variations and maintain project accuracy., Created pricing libraries for labour, materials and sundries., Coordinated scheduling with inhouse crew and subcontractors in each project., Standardized estimating templates and checklists, cutting bid turnaround time by 20% on repeat bid types., Identified value engineering alternates without compromising spec intent; delivered savings up to 10%.
• Project Manager / Estimator (Flooring), WB Flooring & Interiors, Redmond, WA, USA, 2024-03-01, 2024-09-01, Created cost breakdowns and take-offs for $25K-$250K projects from blueprints, spec sheets, and site inspections., Prepared bid packages, including scope notes and priced options, maintained and negotiated supplier and subcontractor pricing., Partnered with project managers to review scope and documented assumptions/exclusions to avoid surprises., Updated cost sheets and material schedules; tracked lead times and supplier holds., Streamlined estimating workflow using shared templates and folder structures, improving hand-offs.
• Store Manager / Estimator, Floor Decor, Middletown, CT, USA, 2016-09-01, 2020-03-01, Measured and inspected sites cite conditions, and scoped labour and materials for installation teams., Advised residential clients on technical and aesthetic options; prepared quotes and supported scheduling., Redesigned the showroom, refreshed the product lineup, and worked with vendors to negotiate pricing; researched materials and tools to improve install efficiency and ensure residential safe, compliant products., Grew annual sales from $65K to $665K through community networking and solution-focused selling., Reduced callbacks by offering product selections based on site conditions and client usage needs.
• Store Manager, Lumber Liquidators, Milford, CT, USA, 2012-06-01, 2016-09-01, Recruited and trained staff in product knowledge, installation basics and SAP POS workflows., Oversaw warehouse safety, machinery operation and inventory control; supported customer load-outs., Drove foot traffic using local outreach and CRM follow-ups. Average monthly sales volume USD $220k+., Improved team capability via structured onboarding and skill refreshers., Enhanced customer experience and repeat business through proactive issue resolution.

• Implemented standardised estimating templates/checklists (Excel + Procore folders) migrating from ad-hoc spreadsheets to controlled libraries.
• Established pricing libraries/rate build-ups for common assemblies and sundries to speed repeatable estimates.
• Set up shared cloud structures for documentation and RFI/clarification logs to improve visibility and hand-offs.

• Work Permit: Open to NZ Accredited Employer sponsorship (AEWV) or other pathways
• Availability: Currently located in Auckland; start date ASAP., Remote/Hybrid/In Office: Fully equipped for remote estimating, supplier calls and client meetings.
• Visa Status: Open to NZ Accredited Employer sponsorship (AEWV) or other pathways; interview-ready.