Rene Limon Plentywounds

Construction professional with 10+ years of progressive experience spanning field work, project engineering, and commercial drywall estimating. Demonstrated expertise leading all phases of the estimating and preconstruction process for metal framing, drywall, acoustical ceilings, acoustic wall panels, rough carpentry, and Division 10 specialties on complex commercial projects. Proven track record managing GMP, hard-bid, and negotiated pursuits; delivering value engineering, conceptual estimates, and risk assessments; while maintaining full estimating accountability as the sole estimator for a major general contractor's San Diego division.

Bilingual in English and Spanish with strong client-facing and leadership skills.

Lead Estimator at Swinerton Builders (2021-01 – Present)

• Lead all phases of estimating and preconstruction for self-perform scopes including metal studs and drywall, rough carpentry, acoustical and specialty ceilings, acoustic wall panels, and Division 10 specialties.
• Develop conceptual, schematic, GMP, hard-bid, and negotiated estimates with full accountability for accuracy and competitiveness.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, scope analysis, pricing, and cost studies across multiple concurrent pursuits.
• Prepare bid clarifications, qualifications, exclusions, alternates, and value engineering recommendations.
• Conduct risk assessment, buyout planning, and project fee strategy.
• Develop field general conditions and general requirements for project budgets.
• Prepare and deliver estimate presentations to internal leadership and clients; participate in preconstruction and strategic pursuit meetings.
• Serve as sole estimator for the San Diego division following department regionalization, maintaining full responsibility for all local workload and deliverables.
• Collaborate with operations teams during project turnover and provide ongoing estimating support to awarded projects.

Estimator at Swinerton Builders (2020-01 – 2021-01)

• Independently managed estimating for self-perform trades including metal studs and drywall, rough carpentry, and acoustical systems.
• Prepared quantity takeoffs and pricing for GMP and hard-bid pursuits; contributed to preconstruction deliverables and estimate reviews.
• Analyzed drawings, specifications, addenda, and contract documents to develop complete and competitive estimates.

Junior Estimator / Senior Project Engineer at Swinerton Builders (2019-01 – 2020-01)

• Transitioned into estimating while continuing to support senior-level project engineering responsibilities.
• Developed foundational estimating skills across drywall and framing scopes; assisted in scope analysis, takeoffs, and bid documentation.
• Supported subcontractor scope leveling and coordination during preconstruction phases.

Project Engineer at Swinerton Builders (2017-01 – 2019-01)

• Managed RFIs, submittals, scheduling, and document control on active commercial construction projects.
• Coordinated with field superintendents, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure timely execution.
• Gained deep understanding of drywall and framing construction means and methods from the field level up.

Taper / Framer / Hanger at Swinerton Builders (2013-06 – 2017-01)

• Performed taping, metal framing, and drywall installation on commercial projects, building hands-on expertise in the trade scopes now estimated.
• Coordinated with other trades (electrical, plumbing, etc.) to expedite project completion.
• Recognized for quality workmanship, reliability, and ability to work effectively in team and independent settings.

Taper at Best Interiors (2013-05 – 2013-06)

• Practiced taping tools and techniques across varied commercial job conditions.
• Consistently delivered high-quality work on or before deadline.

Certificate in Project Management – Columbia Engineering (2022-01)

Architecture – Southwestern College (2013-09 – 2014-12)

Architecture – Centro Universitario de Tijuana (2012-01 – 2012-12)

Civil Engineering – Southwestern College (2008-09 – 2011-06)

Civil Engineering – California State University, Fullerton (2007-09 – 2008-06)

– Castle Park High School