Kate Gagnon
@kategagnon
I am an experienced construction estimator and document-control specialist with strong project coordination and recruiting background.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a construction estimator and document-control professional who blends hands-on estimating with preconstruction coordination. I regularly read structural drawings and use Tekla EPM and Bluebeam Revu to produce accurate cost reports and organized project documentation.
At SunSteel I coordinate preconstruction across general contractors and subcontractors, manage document workflows, and estimate beams and connections for large projects while juggling 7–10 projects concurrently. I also introduced Sketchdeck AI into takeoff workflows and use Excel to translate takeoffs into Tekla-ready data.
Previously as a senior technical recruiter I managed full-cycle recruiting, assisted with compensation and benefits, and generated over $400,000 in new gross profit, earning president’s club recognition. I train staff on software, update CRMs, and thrive in roles requiring technical learning, cross-team communication, and process improvements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Estimator / Document Control Lead
SunSteel LLC
Nov 2023 - Present (2 years 7 months)
Read structural construction drawings and estimated structural steel costs using Tekla EPM and Excel; managed preconstruction document control and coordinated 7–10 concurrent projects while liaising with 10+ subcontractors.
Sr. Technical Recruiter
Footbridge Company
Mar 2020 - Oct 2023 (3 years 7 months)
Managed full-cycle technical recruitment and onboarding for oil/energy clients across the U.S., generating over $400,000 in new gross profit in a year and achieving president's club recognition.
Front Desk Agent
Ashworth by the Sea
May 2017 - Aug 2019 (2 years 3 months)
Provided guest services and reservations, met seasonal hotel sales goals, managed on-site store inventory and shipments, and trained new staff on systems and procedures.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Maine
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Completed coursework toward a Bachelor of Science in Marketing at the University of Maine, Orono; degree not completed due to COVID-19.
University of Maine
Bachelor of Science, Finance
Completed coursework toward a Bachelor of Science in Finance at the University of Maine, Orono; degree not completed due to COVID-19.
Bloomberg
Certification, Finance
Bloomberg certification noted; specific program and dates not provided.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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