Hello, my name is Jayson Sotto. I help builders and subcontractors reduce estimating workload, prepare stronger bids, and make confident project decisions through accurate and well-organised cost estimates.
I am a Licensed Mechanical Engineer and Construction Estimator with nearly four years of experience in quantity surveying, quantity takeoffs, BOQ preparation, cost estimation, tender support, and project coordination across residential, commercial, industrial, and fabrication projects.
My experience includes reviewing bid documents, drawings, specifications, and project scopes, identifying missing information, sourcing supplier and subcontractor pricing, and preparing clear material and labour cost breakdowns.
My core services include:
• Quantity takeoffs and BOQ preparation
• Material and labour cost estimation
• Tender and bid preparation
• Supplier and subcontractor price outsourcing
• Bid leveling and cost comparison
• Estimate checking and detailed cost breakdowns
• Drawing, specification, and scope review
• Maintenance and repair cost estimation
I have experience working across construction trades, including:
• Storage Tank
• Mechanical / Process piping
• HVAC systems
• Plumbing systems
• Fire protection systems
• Structural steel
• Carpentry (roof, floor and wall framing)
• Roofing works
• Electrical works (lightings and power outlets)
• Drywall and plastering
• Painting works
• Finishing works
Software and tools the I used:
• Bluebeam Revu (for drawing markups, digital takeoff and cost estimation)
• PlanSwift (for digital takeoff and cost estimation)
• Microsoft Excel (PivotTable, Sumifs, XLookUp)
• Microsoft Office (for documentation)
• Google Workspace (for documentation)
• AI tools (Chatgpt and Claude)
• Autocad ( for 2D drawing review)
• Autodesk Navisworks ( for 3D model review)
I have also supported Australian construction projects and understand the importance of clear documentation, accurate quantities, and meeting tender deadlines.
I am dependable, detail-oriented, easy to work with, and always willing to learn. My goal is simple: provide reliable estimating support that saves time and helps clients submit better bids.
