Osman A.
Construction Cost Estimator, Project Manager and Contracting Expert
Specializes in Construction & Engineering Project Management I provide construction cost estimating and bid support services to general contractors, developers, and project teams across the United States and Canada. I support both government and private-sector projects by delivering accurate quantity takeoffs, pricing analysis, proposal cost volumes, and compliance-aligned documentation for RFPs, IFBs, and RFQs. My expertise covers pre-bid support, change order pricing, subcontractor coordination, and project cost control from bid award through closeout. I work as an extension of project and proposal teams, helping reduce pricing risk, improve bid accuracy, and support confident decision-making. 🛠️ 1. Insurance Claims Specialist | Xactimate Expert I specialize in supporting insurance claims related to fire, smoke, water, wind, mold, and asbestos damage. I work closely with public adjusters, delivering expert-level Xactimate estimates, detailed comparative analysis, and strategic support during negotiations. My goal is to help ensure fair settlements with accurate documentation. Key skills: ✓ Xactimate (Expert level) ✓ Fire, water, mold, and wind loss assessment ✓ Public adjuster collaboration & negotiation support ✓ Comparative analysis & scope validation 🧱 2. Senior Construction Cost Estimator With years of experience preparing competitive bids for commercial and government construction projects, I offer precise cost estimating based on detailed takeoffs and specifications. I also assist project managers throughout the construction phase to track costs, manage change orders, and ensure projects stay on budget. Key skills: ✓ Construction cost estimating & bid prep ✓ Government & private sector proposals ✓ Change order management ✓ Project team support from bid to closeout 🧑💻 3. Virtual Construction Project Manager As a remote project manager, I support general contractors by managing essential project documentation, subcontractor coordination, and cost controls. I handle submittals, schedules of values, and ensure clear communication between stakeholders to meet deadlines and client expectations. Key skills: ✓ Submittals & documentation tracking ✓ Schedule of values (SOV) development ✓ Subcontractor coordination & cost control ✓ Client satisfaction & on-time delivery 🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering – Canadian University
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $5k
Billed in all: $18,703$19k
$262 in the last 6 months
Across 48 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 13% in Image Restoration
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