STEPHAN J. CANTIN
Estimator / Construction Manager
Estimator / Construction Manager with a 15+ year record of success estimating and managing all phases of multimillion dollar construction projects. Portfolio of Achievements includes Creating a Start-Up Construction Consulting Company, Leading the Estimating Dept. of a Large Development Company and Managing Construction activities for a prototype fully automated, LEED Certified self storage facility which is the first of its kind in the USA.
Key Skills
Highly skilled in the preparation of detailed construction costs estimates for the private & public sectors. Capable of producing a wide range of estimates from conceptual budgets with minimal information to complete finance package estimates based on construction drawings. Proficient in utilizing comparable cost data to accurately predict project costs. Proven ability to confidently present estimates in an organized and concise manner.
Extensive knowledge of the local design consultant and subcontractor markets.
Comfortable working with local municipalities & agencies to secure necessary permits /agreements. Proactive philosophy to cultivate relationships with officials to effectively manage issues when they arise.
Experienced in managing consultants in the preparation of construction documents & specifications
Skilled in the preparation of detailed construction schedules using MS Project / Suretrack.
Extensive experience providing comprehensive evaluation of plans and specifications to identify conflicts and enhance constructability. Utilize diverse project experience to formulate value engineering alternates and promote efficiency.
Proven track record of managing all aspects of the bidding process. Overseeing staff, assigning tasks & coordinating all required inputs. Evaluating bids, preparing budgets, generating scopes, negotiating & preparing contracts for subcontractors & consultants.
LEED AP Certified; knowledgeable in the field of sustainable construction principles and able to coordinate requirements for Green Building Certification.
Manage all construction activities; prepare project documentation, monitor status of work, approve expenditures, validate changes orders, insure compliance with specifications & regulations, take required action to maintain schedules & budgets, insure quality of work.
Effectively direct project turnover and closeout activities in an organized manner.
Professional Experience
BENCHMARK ESTIMATING SERVICES, INC Delray Beach, FL 2005 to Present
Construction consulting company specializing in estimating and construction management services.
President / Owner
Benchmark Estimating Services was created in late 2005 to provide developers with accurate construction cost estimates, establish & maintain budgets, manage design development, identify qualified subcontractors, solicit & quantify bids, negotiate & award contracts and manage construction activities.
Partial Client List
Alliance Development, Trammel Crow Commercial, Pugliese Development, Altman Development, ArchstoneSmith, Creative Choice, New Century Companies, Daytona Beach Housing Authority,
Hollywood Beach CRA, Winter Haven Housing Authority, Broward County Housing Authority, Self Storage Group, Suffolk Construction, Summit Construction, Hunter Construction.
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ALTMAN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY Boca Raton, FL 1999 to 2005
Residential Development Company with over 13,000 multifamily & condo units built since 1968
Chief Estimator
Responsible for overseeing all estimating activities for the in-house construction company with annual volume of $30-50M. Directed preparation of all construction cost estimates for multifamily apartments, condominiums, mixed-use projects and renovations in Florida, North Carolina, and Chicago. Managed entire bidding & budget preparation process. Worked closely with development team to ensure plans reflected original design criterion & budgets. Created cost efficient building prototypes to enable product reuse under varying conditions in different locations. Prepared construction schedules and facilitated handoff of all estimating data to project managers.
PAVARINI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Ft. Lauderdale, FL 1996 to 1999
Commercial Construction Company specializing in high-rise construction with annual volume of $80-$100M
Project Engineer
Duties include furnishing preconstruction services to company clientele, in-house estimating and subcontractor pricing / analysis for competitive bids. Assisting project manager with coordination of construction activities, preparing subcontracts, preparation & execution of construction schedule, subcontractor meetings, site safety / OSHA compliance, document control, bank draws, schedule of values.
Professional Development
Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering (Structures), Florida State University, 1991
Associates Arts Degree in General Engineering, Palm Beach Community College, 1989
LEED AP for New Construction, GBCI, 2009
Select Projects
Safe & Secure Automated $12M (www.safesecure.com) SSG Group Self Storage
Coconut Creek, FL (2009)Miami, FL (2008 & 2009)
170,000sf fully automated self storage facility Conventional Self Storage 130,000sf
Park Terrace, Fountain View, Sanctuary Walk & Cypress Pointe Apartments (2008)
(4) Garden apartment projects located in the Tampa & Jacksonville area (662 units total)
Royal Palm Business Plaza $11M Grove East Apartments $30M
West Palm Beach, FL (2007 & 2008) Broward, FL (2006)
120,000sf Commercial / retail plaza 220 Units, mixed-use project
Sapphire Condominium $45M (www.sapphirecondos.com)Symphony House Condo $30M
Ft. Lauderdale, FL (2006) Ft. Lauderdale, FL (2003)
172 Units, twin 12 story condominium338 Units, twin 22 story high-rise
Satori Apartments $65M (www.satoriapartments.com)Aventura Beach Marina $50M
Fort Lauderdale, FL (2006)Miami Beach, FL (2003)
279 Units, 9 story mixed-use project 500 Units, 9 story mid-rise
Tuscany on the Intracoastal $18MRiver Run & Kirkland Crossing
Boynton Beach, FL (2002)Chicago, IL (2003 &2004)
230 Units, 5 story mid-rise with 10,000sf clubhouse222 & 300 Unit apartment complexes
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