Blake Holmes

About Blake Holmes

Dedicated Construction Professional with a strong background in Commercial Estimating across various project delivery methods, including Design Build, CM@R, and Hard Bid. With a wealth of experience as a Conceptual Estimator within the realm of Commercial Construction, I have honed my expertise over multiple years. My primary focus has been in Design-Build projects, where I meticulously craft final estimates based on sealed architectural drawings and budgets across different project document stages. My approach encompasses the utilization of both manual and digital (2D & 3D) take-off methods, enabling me to formulate budgets and contract estimates from the project\'s earliest conceptual phases right through to final construction documents.My experience predominantly revolves around a range of building types, with a specialization in Medical Office Buildings, Warehouse/Industrial facilities, Flex Spaces, and other commercial construction. I\'ve also extended my professional experience to include Project Management within a large university facility setting. In this capacity, I\'ve successfully overseen project coordination, seamlessly managing both in-house teams and external contractors to ensure on-budget project delivery.In terms of software proficiency, I excel in crafting intricate Macro-infused Excel-based estimates and templates, skillfully navigating Microsoft Office applications. Additionally, I\'m well-versed in digitizing sitework quantities using tools like PayDirt and Business Center HCE, along with the adept use of Bluebeam Revu, QuickMeasure, Autodesk Takeoff, On-Screen Takeoff, and Heavy Bid HCSS. I\'m also have experience in Simple K Key Control Software, AutoCAD, Procore, and possess a foundational understanding of Primavera and Timberline. Furthermore, I\'ve received formal training and hands-on experience with Butler Advantage, AdvantageNXT, Omni Design, and the Butler Classic programs, specifically in the context of designing Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings. On top of this, I\'ve undertaken website creation and maintenance, complete with SQL-based database backends, showcasing my versatility in both the construction and technology domains.

Experience

1. Construction Technology Leader

   Bobbitt

   May 2025 — Present · Cary, NC, US

   Migrated scheduling from MS Project to Oracle Primavera Cloud (OPC) and rolled it out across business units, including standards for templates, permissions, and schedule structure- Implemented webhook- and API-based connections between core platforms to reduce duplicate entry and keep records consistent across systems- Introduced 3D logistics and 4D scheduling workflows for pursuits and awarded projects, aligning models and schedules for sequencing and site planning reviews- Led the estimating system change from Excel to Beck Technology DESTINI, configuring assemblies / line items- Cleaned and standardized Procore data to support reliable Power BI dashboards and analytics

Education

• North Carolina State University

  Construction Engineering & Management, Construction, Civil Engineering

  2001 — 2006