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Arrel Christian Torres

@arrelchristiantorres

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Licensed civil engineer specializing in cost estimation and project delivery.

Philippines

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role where I can apply accurate estimating, BOQ preparation, and site supervision to deliver projects on time and within budget while growing into larger project management responsibilities in a collaborative, safety-focused team.

I am a licensed Civil Engineer with over three years of progressive experience in construction project management, cost estimation, and quantity surveying across bridge rehabilitation, electrical substation works, and residential developments. I consistently deliver accurate BOQ/BOM preparation, quantity take-offs, and budget management while coordinating procurement, subcontractors, and client communications to secure successful bids and keep projects on schedule.

I am proficient in AutoCAD 2D, Microsoft Excel, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, MS Project, and Primavera, and I emphasize safety, quality control, and clear reporting in site supervision roles. My measurable achievements include doubling the monthly average engineering department revenue within five months through refined estimating and winning multiple competitive bids for local clients.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Project Engineer

MJ Wins Construction

Apr 2025 - Feb 2026 (10 months)

Managed full-cycle residential construction of eight 2-storey houses, overseeing procurement, budget monitoring, BOQ/Bar Bending Schedule preparation, and weekly progress reporting to ensure on-spec, on-budget delivery.

Budget Management Site Supervision Autocad MS Excel

Estimator

Local Philippine Clients

Feb 2025 - Apr 2025 (2 months)

Prepared BOQ/BOM and detailed quantity take-offs for residential construction and reconstruction projects, developing competitive cost estimates and pricing strategies that secured multiple bid awards.

BOQ Estimation Quantity Surveying Cost Estimation BID Site Assessment Client Communication Planswift

Cost Estimator

SosaJB Property Management Corp.

Jan 2024 - Feb 2025 (1 year 1 month)

Improved estimation accuracy and client engagement to deliver twice the monthly average departmental revenue over five months; prepared BOQs/BOMs, conducted site assessments, and coordinated procurement and bidding strategies.

Cost Estimation MS Excel Quantity Surveying

Civil/Project Engineer

SLCDI

Jan 2023 - Nov 2023 (10 months)

Managed construction works for NGCP substation supporting structures including concrete pads, cable trenches, and oil-water separator; handled permit processing, budget monitoring, and client presentations to joint-venture partners.

Site management Permits Quality Control

Site Engineer

EC Structural Composites

Apr 2022 - Nov 2022 (7 months)

Supervised retrofitting and rehabilitation works on Forbes Bridge (DPWH), managing manpower allocation, budget control, progress monitoring, safety inspections, and project billing.

Site Supervision Budget Management Progress Monitoring Safety Inspections Reporting Inventory Control

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

New Era University

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with coursework and training focused on construction estimation, quantity surveying, project scheduling, and site supervision.