Cyrose John Amen
Construction Estimator
Summary
Korina Carla Basco
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Licensed Civil Engineer and Quantity Surveyor with over 8 years of experience delivering precise cost estimates, BOQs, and cost control for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Proficient in digital takeoff software, including PlanSwift and Bluebeam Revu, with a proven ability to manage project costs from P20M to P500M+. Experienced in remote collaboration and supporting successful bid submissions through strategic cost analysis and procurement.
Skills
Quantity MeasurementSubcontractor & Supplier NegotiationProcurement & Cost AnalysisCommunication
Tools
Microsoft 365Google WorkspaceMonday.comGoHigh LevelBluebeam RevuPlanSwiftSTAAD/RCDCAutoCADPrimavera P6BuildertrendMS Project
Experience
Cost Estimator & Contractor
DCEI Construction
2023 - Present
- Delivered accurate cost estimates for residential projects (P20M-P40M)
- Prepared detailed quantity takeoffs and BOQs using NRM-style formats
- Applied cost planning strategies to optimize project budgets
- Led supplier sourcing and pricing comparisons for cost-efficient buys
- Managed 3 high-end residential projects from start to turnover
- Completed 5 commercial fit-out projects across multiple locations
⭐ Core Skills: Cost Estimation, Quantity Takeoff, Procurement, Cost Planning, Supplier Sourcing
🔧 Tools Used: PlanSwift, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Office 365 / Suite
Project Controls Manager (Cost & Bidding)
Hyper J Construction
2023
- Led bid preparation for a US-owned semiconductor manufacturer project
- Structured cost breakdowns aligned with NRM2 international practices
- Developed cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and budget tracking
- Supported successful tender submissions with accurate pricing strategy
- Ensured structured cost reporting aligned with NRM1 frameworks
⭐ Core Skills: Bid Preparation, Cost Breakdown (NRM2), Cost Forecasting, Budget Tracking, Tender Submission
🔧 Tools Used: Microsoft Office 365 / Suite, MS Project, Primavera P6
Project Manager (Cost-Focused Role)
Gemwealth Construction
2020 - 2022
- Managed cost estimation and BOQ preparation for industrial projects
- Controlled procurement and subcontractor pricing to maintain budgets
- Handled project billing and financial tracking processes
- Improved financial tracking with structured cost breakdown systems
⭐ Core Skills: Cost Estimation, BOQ Preparation, Procurement Control, Subcontractor Pricing, Financial Tracking
🔧 Tools Used: Microsoft Office 365 / Suite, AutoCAD
Project Manager / Cost Controller
Dyna Construction
2022
- Managed full cost planning for a P50M+ commercial project
- Negotiated over P8M in variation orders, protecting profitability
- Delivered project on time and within budget with zero cost overrun
- Oversaw all cost control activities from inception to completion
⭐ Core Skills: Cost Control, Cost Planning, Variation Order Negotiation, Budget Management
🔧 Tools Used: Microsoft Office 365 / Suite, MS Project
Project Engineer (Billing & Quantity Support)
RDMC Inc.
2018 - 2019
- Prepared and verified progress billings for large commercial projects
- Performed accurate quantity measurements for cost tracking
- Supported cost tracking and project documentation efforts
⭐ Core Skills: Progress Billing, Quantity Measurement, Cost Tracking, Documentation
🔧 Tools Used: Microsoft Office 365 / Suite, AutoCAD
Cost Estimator & Contractor
DCEI Construction
2023 - Present
- Delivered accurate cost estimates for residential projects (P20M-P40M)
- Prepared detailed quantity takeoffs and BOQs using NRM-style formats
- Applied cost planning strategies to optimize project budgets
- Led supplier sourcing and pricing comparisons for cost-efficient buys
- Managed 3 high-end residential projects from start to turnover
- Completed 5 commercial fit-out projects across multiple locations
⭐ Core Skills: Cost Estimation, Quantity Takeoff, Procurement, Cost Planning, Supplier Sourcing
🔧 Tools Used: PlanSwift, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Office 365 / Suite
Project Controls Manager (Cost & Bidding)
Hyper J Construction
2023
- Led bid preparation for a US-owned semiconductor manufacturer project
- Structured cost breakdowns aligned with NRM2 international practices
- Developed cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and budget tracking
- Supported successful tender submissions with accurate pricing strategy
- Ensured structured cost reporting aligned with NRM1 frameworks
⭐ Core Skills: Bid Preparation, Cost Breakdown (NRM2), Cost Forecasting, Budget Tracking, Tender Submission
🔧 Tools Used: Microsoft Office 365 / Suite, MS Project, Primavera P6
Project Manager (Cost-Focused Role)
Gemwealth Construction
2020 - 2022
- Managed cost estimation and BOQ preparation for industrial projects
- Controlled procurement and subcontractor pricing to maintain budgets
- Handled project billing and financial tracking processes
- Improved financial tracking with structured cost breakdown systems
⭐ Core Skills: Cost Estimation, BOQ Preparation, Procurement Control, Subcontractor Pricing, Financial Tracking
🔧 Tools Used: Microsoft Office 365 / Suite, AutoCAD
Project Manager / Cost Controller
Dyna Construction
2022
- Managed full cost planning for a P50M+ commercial project
- Negotiated over P8M in variation orders, protecting profitability
- Delivered project on time and within budget with zero cost overrun
- Oversaw all cost control activities from inception to completion
⭐ Core Skills: Cost Control, Cost Planning, Variation Order Negotiation, Budget Management
🔧 Tools Used: Microsoft Office 365 / Suite, MS Project
Project Engineer (Billing & Quantity Support)
RDMC Inc.
2018 - 2019
- Prepared and verified progress billings for large commercial projects
- Performed accurate quantity measurements for cost tracking
- Supported cost tracking and project documentation efforts
⭐ Core Skills: Progress Billing, Quantity Measurement, Cost Tracking, Documentation
🔧 Tools Used: Microsoft Office 365 / Suite, AutoCAD
Education
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Bulacan State University, Philippines
2017
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Bulacan State University, Philippines
2017
Certifications & Training Courses
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