Poorna B.
Quantity Surveyor | Estimator | Bid Manager | Proposal Writer| RFP|
🌟 Top-Rated Construction Expert: Technical Estimating & Strategic Bid Management 👋 Hi! I’m Poorna Buddhika. With over 8 years of global experience, I provide a high-level, end-to-end solution for construction firms and developers. I don't just calculate costs; I manage the entire pre-construction lifecycle—from the first material takeoff to the final winning bid submission. As a Top-Rated freelancer with a 100% Job Success Rate, I specialize in helping clients save time, eliminate technical errors, and secure multi-million dollar contracts across the globe 🌎. 💼 My Professional Service Pillars 1. Quantity Surveying & Technical Estimating Accurate Takeoffs & BOQ: Expert preparation for residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. Specialized Project Types: Luxury housing, apartments, BESS (Battery Energy Storage), and MEP/EMP projects. Detailed Markups: Clear, professional PDF plan markups for visual verification. 2. Strategic Bid & Tender Management Full RFP/RFQ Execution: Managing complex bid submissions and ensuring 100% compliance. Bid Leveling: Technical comparison of subcontractor proposals to identify gaps and risks. RFI Coordination: Drafting and managing professional RFIs to ensure scope completeness. 3. Project Planning & Scheduling Comprehensive project timelines and resource planning using MS Project. 📐 The Technical Toolbox I use industry-leading software to ensure precision in every deliverable: Measurement: PlanSwift, AutoCAD, Revit Management: MS Project, Advanced Excel, MS Office Standards: Fluent in SMM7, NRM2, POMI, CESMM, and CSI measurement standards. 🚀 Future-Forward: AI & Automation in Construction I am one of the few Quantity Surveyors leveraging Python and AI Agents to modernize construction management. I develop custom AI solutions to automate data analysis and streamline documentation, allowing me to deliver faster, higher-quality results than traditional methods. 🌎 Global Experience I have successfully delivered projects for clients in: Australia & New Zealand (Infrastructure, quarry, and commercial) USA & Canada (Residential and commercial developments) UK & Middle East (Water, commercial, and luxury residential) ✅ Why Partner With Me? Proven Results: 100% Job Success Rate and Top-Rated status. Accuracy First: A "no-error" approach to cost and compliance. Samples Available: I am happy to share anonymized samples of my previous takeoff and bid management work 📂. 🏗️ Whether you need a precise material takeoff or a dedicated manager for your next major tender, I am here to ensure your project is professionally managed and financially sound. 📩 Let’s connect to discuss your project and make your next bid a winning one! 🏗️📐📊💰📄🖋️
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $5.5k
Billed in all: $21,075$21k
$692 in the last 6 months
Across 10 contracts
Across 54 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 11% in Cost Management
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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- #26Tender Document175 freelancers · 🇱🇰 #4Top 15%🇱🇰#4 of 7
- #37Bidding245 freelancers · 🇱🇰 #3Top 15%🇱🇰#3 of 3
- #37Cost Control216 freelancers · 🇱🇰 #1Top 17%🇱🇰#1 of 2
- #67Bill of Quantity390 freelancers · 🇱🇰 #5Top 17%🇱🇰#5 of 16
- #94Material Take-Off544 freelancers · 🇱🇰 #4Top 17%🇱🇰#4 of 16
- #97Quantity Surveying549 freelancers · 🇱🇰 #2Top 18%🇱🇰#2 of 15
- #101Cost Estimate566 freelancers · 🇱🇰 #2Top 18%🇱🇰#2 of 11