Rodrigo Vargas

About Rodrigo Vargas

Experienced construction professional specializing in residential & commercial projects, with a strong background in cost estimation and project coordination. Skilled in blueprint analysis, bid package development, material procurement, crew’s coordination and subcontractor’s relationships, consistently enhancing project success and efficiency.Proficient in Excel, PlanSwift, OST, Autodesk Design Review, Sage 100 and Microsoft Office Suite products, with proven record of strong analytical, project management, problem solving, and communication skills in growing, fast-paced deadline-oriented environments. Recognized for ability to adapt, handle multiple projects and provide support and expertise to multiple markets, sectors and departments.

Experience

1. Commercial Multi-family Estimator

   Carter Lumber

   Mar 2026 — Present · Шарлотт, NC, US

   Develop quantity takeoffs from blueprints and drawings using computer-aided design systems, or manual calculations.• Demonstrate software proficiency, utilizing tools such as PlanSwift, Bluebeam and Excel.• Determining labor, material, and equipment expenses, considering market fluctuations.• Conduct site visits when necessary to gain a better understanding of the scope of work prior to submitting an estimate.• Compile data from suppliers to update material pricing databases as needed.• Assist in developing scopes of work for bid packages.• Review and analyze plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.• Adapt estimates to reflect changes in scope, materials, and labor requirements.• Preparing, reviewing, and submitting bid proposals.

Education

• Universidad Monteávila

  Bachelor's degree, Business/Corporate Communications

  2000 — 2005

• Universidad Camilo José Cela

  Master of Public Administration - MPA, Political Communication

• University of Cambridge

  First Certificated (FCE), Idioms (English)

  2008 — 2009

• IESA

  Master in Management & Communications, Business/Corporate Communications

  2010 — 2011

• Westbourne House School

  Advanced English Certificate, Business/Corporate Communications

  2008 — 2008