Aaron Lopez

Architect and Construction Estimator with hands-on experience in quantity takeoffs, BOQs, material and labor costing, supplier canvassing, and estimate review. Experienced with PlanSwift and Microsoft Excel across commercial, residential, warehouse, mall, interior fit-outs, and land development projects. Seeking a remote Construction Estimator / Estimating VA role supporting international contractors and construction teams.

Architectural Design Manager at BIG BEN GROUP (2024-10 – Present)

• Prepared and reviewed quantity takeoffs, BOQs, and cost estimates for 25+ projects across commercial, residential, warehouse, land development, and internal projects.
• Assigned estimating tasks and consolidated team outputs, ensuring complete and consistent quantity takeoffs and estimate submissions.
• Performed material and labor costing and supplier canvassing to support project estimates and cost comparison.

Project Architect at FDE Engineering Services (2023-03 – 2024-08)

• Completed PlanSwift quantity takeoffs and Excel BOQs for 40 projects across residential, commercial, warehouse, and interior fit-out works.
• Prepared material breakdowns, material and labor costing, supplier canvassing, and estimate reviews to support complete and accurate project estimates.
• Prepared, reviewed, and compiled bidding documents and submission requirements to support complete and compliant construction project submissions.

Architect Apprentice at K9 Construction and Exponent Trading (2021-01 – 2022-07)

• Prepared architectural drawings, revisions, and as-built documentation supporting construction implementation.
• Supported material coordination and site documentation to facilitate project execution.

Bachelor of Science in Architecture – Mapua University (2015-07 – 2020-09)