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Thinking about buying land, building, or investing in property in Paraguay — but don't know the market, the regulations, or who to trust? I'm an architect and construction consultant based in Asunción, with 7+ years of hands-on experience and an MSc in Construction Economics & Management from UCL (University College London). I've worked on both sides of this: delivering projects in the UK, and now helping foreign investors navigate Paraguay's real estate and construction landscape with confidence. Paraguay is seeing a wave of foreign investment, but the market has real pitfalls for outsiders — unclear land titles, informal contractors, unfamiliar zoning, and pricing that varies depending on who's asking. I bridge that gap with clear, English-language guidance grounded in local expertise. How I help: — Feasibility & cost studies before you commit capital — Due diligence on land or property before you buy — Zoning, permitting, and regulatory guidance — Contractor vetting and project oversight

I'm the development consultant and owner's rep who keeps your returns in mind for every decision. Developers and sponsors hire me to underwrite the deal, build and validate the budget, and take the lead during construction - and because I model an asset's IRR, I recalculate what each CO, cost overrun, and schedule slip does to your return and how we can mitigate it. Most owner's reps and cost consultants can tell you what something costs. Very few can tell you what it does to your equity multiple. I do both. 10+ years of experience bridging construction and CRE finance: - $1.2B+ in CRE transactions underwritten across 90+ multifamily, industrial, hospitality, and retail deals - $551M+ in construction cost estimates produced across all design phases - $110M+ in development loans monitored for draw management and budget oversight - AI and automation workflows that turn cost, schedule, and draw data into live reporting and on-the-fly return updates 100% Job Success | Top Rated Plus | USC Viterbi School of Engineering & USC Real Estate Finance & Development My background is unusual for this space. I started in construction - estimating $295M+ in projects at Swinerton, California's largest general contractor - then moved into CRE finance and development advisory. So I don't just model deals; I know what it actually costs to build them, where they go over budget, and how to keep construction on track once your capital is deployed. That's the whole point of how I work: the underwriting, the budget, and the field are one continuous loop, and your return is the number that drives every call I make on your behalf. I work across the full development lifecycle, structured around who you are and what you need: FOR DEVELOPERS & SPONSORS: - Acquisition underwriting and pro forma development (multifamily, industrial, hospitality, retail, mixed-use) - Development feasibility and early budgeting, with returns modeled - Conceptual and detailed construction cost estimating across all design phases - GC selection support, bid leveling, and value engineering - Fractional PM / Owner's Representative during active construction - run against your pro forma, with IRR and cash-flow impact recalculated as costs and schedule move - Change-order and budget review that reports cost, schedule, and return impact together FOR INVESTORS & FAMILY OFFICES: - Institutional-grade underwriting with detailed sensitivity analysis - Acquisition due diligence - financial and physical - Market and site feasibility studies - Custom financial modeling across all major CRE asset classes FOR LENDERS & CREDIT FUNDS: - Construction draw monitoring and fund control - Independent budget review and cost validation - Pay application analysis and construction progress verification - Rolling 12- and 18-month capital projection modeling - Pre-close construction due diligence FOR GENERAL CONTRACTORS & CRE FIRMS (AI & AUTOMATION): - Workflow automation and custom AI agents using Power Automate, Zapier, and Claude. - Procore, Monday..com, and Acumatica optimization - Dashboard and reporting buildout across estimating, PM, and accounting - Process audits and team training to cut manual work WHAT CLIENTS SAY: "Rod delivered a solid underwriting model and cost analysis that gave me a clear baseline for evaluating the project. His work was well organized and assumptions were transparent." - CRE Developer, Mixed-Use Feasibility "Very experienced construction professional... Would highly recommend due to Rod's integrity, follow-through, professionalism, and being a pleasure to work with." - Owner, Construction Administration "Rod did a terrific job for us in helping set up systems and processes to better manage our construction and capital draw oversight." - Managing Partner, CRE Credit Fund "Excellent SME who provided a lot of great insight into our industry. Will hire again when we have need." - Proptech Founder BACKGROUND: Before consulting, I spent 3.5 years at Swinerton Builders estimating and scheduling projects from $2.5M to $200M - new hospitals, high schools, retail, and parking structures - and earned two Swinerton Excellence Awards for bringing major healthcare builds in under budget. I hold a B.S. in Civil & Structural Engineering from USC. Based in Austin, TX, available for both project-based and ongoing engagements, and I reply to most messages within a few hours. Ready to discuss your next deal, project, or technology initiative? Send me a message! Rod Malyshev

I am a Civil Engineer and PhD candidate in Civil Engineering, with international academic and professional experience in China and the United States. My background includes construction-related work, quantity takeoff, cost estimation, BOQ preparation, material calculations, civil engineering project documentation, and technical reporting. I help contractors, builders, consultants, and project owners convert drawings, plans, and specifications into clear, accurate, and well-organized quantity takeoffs and cost estimates. My engineering background allows me to understand project requirements carefully and prepare estimates that support budgeting, bidding, and project planning. Core Services ✅ Quantity Takeoff ✅ Construction Cost Estimation ✅ Material Takeoff ✅ Bill of Quantities ✅ Bill of Materials ✅ Bid Preparation Support ✅ Excel-Based Cost Sheets ✅ Civil Engineering Project Support ✅ Drawing Review and Quantity Calculation ✅ Construction Documentation Areas of Expertise 🏗️ Concrete quantity takeoff 🧱 Masonry, brick, and blockwork estimation 🪜 Drywall, ceiling, and framing quantities 🚪 Doors, windows, and glazing takeoff 🎨 Painting and finishing estimates 🏠 Roofing and insulation quantities 🚧 Earthwork, excavation, and grading estimates 🛣️ Road, pavement, and site concrete quantities 💧 Drainage, storm-water, and utility takeoff 📑 BOQ and material list preparation Software and Tools 📊 Microsoft Excel 📑 Microsoft Word 📐 AutoCAD 📄 PDF Drawing Review 🖥️ Bluebeam / PlanSwift / estimation software, based on project requirements Why Work With Me? ✅ Civil Engineering background ✅ International experience in China and the US ✅ PhD-level technical and analytical skills ✅ Strong attention to detail ✅ Clear and professional communication ✅ Accurate and well-organized work ✅ Reliable project delivery ✅ Practical understanding of construction documents Accurate estimation is essential for budgeting, bidding, and project execution. My goal is to provide clean, dependable, and easy-to-understand estimates that help clients make better project decisions. Let’s work together to turn your drawings into reliable quantities, cost estimates, and project documents. Keywords / Skills Construction Estimation & Quantity Take-Off Construction Estimator, Quantity Surveying, Material Take-Off, Quantity Takeoff, Bill of Quantities (BoQ), Bill of Materials (BoM), Cost Estimation, Construction Costing, Construction Budgeting, Project Costing, Cost Breakdown, Cost Reporting, Cost Control, Bid Preparation, Tendering Services, Construction Quote Preparation. Project Types Residential Construction Estimating, Commercial Estimating, Industrial Estimating, Site Estimation, Construction Project Estimating, Civil Engineering Estimation, Structural Estimation, MEP Estimating. Trade-Specific Estimation Concrete Takeoff, Reinforcement Estimation, Masonry Takeoff, Drywall Estimating, Flooring Takeoff, Tiling Estimation, Roofing Takeoff, Carpentry Estimating, Painting Estimation, Cladding Estimating, Structural Metal Estimation, Mechanical Estimation, Electrical Estimation, Plumbing Estimation, HVAC Estimation. Software & Tools Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift Estimating, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), AutoCAD, Excel Estimating, BIM Quantity Takeoff, Quantity Takeoff Software. Construction Management & Reporting Construction Management, Project Planning, Tender Preparation, Project Financials, Budget Review, Scope Review, RFIs, Assumptions and Exclusions, Cost Analysis.

I help contractors, developers, and consultants translate drawings and tender packages into accurate estimates, well-structured bids, and submission-ready proposals. I am a Certified Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) with the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) and a Project Management Professional (PMP). I also work as a Bid Coordinator / Proposal Coordinator, supporting preconstruction teams in organizing, reviewing, and delivering complete and professional tender submissions. With over 8 years of experience in construction estimating, cost control, and project coordination, I have worked across residential, commercial, tenant improvement, and multi-family projects. My focus is on improving clarity, reducing risk, and ensuring every submission is complete, consistent, and commercially sound. What I can support you with Estimating & Cost Planning * Detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates from drawings and specifications * CSI division-based measurement or customized cost breakdown structures * Fast turnaround estimates depending on project size and complexity * Tools: Bluebeam, PlanSwift, CostX, RSMeans, Spon’s Price Book, Australian BCIS Bid & Proposal Coordination * Coordination and assembly of full tender submissions * Review of bid documents, drawings, specifications, and addenda * Preparation of proposal packages including scope narratives, clarifications, assumptions, exclusions, and pricing summaries * Ensuring all bid requirements and forms are complete and submission-ready * Supporting bid strategy by identifying risks and inconsistencies before submission Preconstruction & Project Coordination * Review of design documents for scope gaps and coordination issues * Identification of risks, missing scope, and long-lead items across disciplines * Support with RFIs, change orders, and tender clarifications * Meeting coordination and preparation of clear project documentation when required How I work I approach every project with a focus on accuracy, structure, and clarity. My goal is to ensure that nothing is missed between drawings, specifications, and pricing before submission. Whether it is an estimate or a full proposal package, I ensure the final output is organized in a way that is easy to review, easy to defend, and ready for client submission without confusion. If you are looking for someone who can support both estimating and the full bid/proposal coordination process, I would be glad to collaborate on your next project.

I help contractors, consultants, and project teams develop and manage reliable construction schedules that support successful project delivery. With 6+ years of experience in planning, scheduling, and project controls, I have worked on building new construction & renovation, and infrastructure projects, providing structured scheduling solutions that improve visibility, monitor progress, and identify potential delays early. My services include: ✔ Baseline Schedule Development (Primavera P6 / MS Project) ✔ Schedule Updates & Progress Monitoring ✔ Critical Path & Float Analysis ✔ Resource & Cost-Loaded Schedules ✔ Delay Analysis and Schedule Impact Assessments along with Quantum Assessment My approach combines technical scheduling expertise with practical construction knowledge, ensuring schedules are clear, realistic, and aligned with project execution needs. If you need structured planning, accurate schedule analysis, and dependable project controls support, I’m ready to help.

Remote Construction Project Manager / Project Coordinator with 10+ years of construction experience across Buildertrend, Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, project admin, scheduling, documentation, subcontractor coordination, and job tracking. I help construction companies keep projects organized, updated, and moving from project setup through closeout. On Upwork, I have maintained a 100% Job Success Score with 7,500+ hours worked, supporting builders, contractors, subcontractors, developers, and consultants across Australia, the US, Canada, New Zealand, and Asia-Pacific. I work closely with construction teams to manage project information, schedules, documentation, vendors, purchase orders, open items, and project records using Buildertrend, Procore, CRM systems, Excel trackers, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Outlook, Teams, and other construction project management tools. I can support your team with: • Buildertrend, Procore, CRM, and project system updates • Construction project coordination and remote project admin • Construction schedules, Gantt charts, look-aheads, and progress tracking • Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project schedules for tender bids, baselines, updates, and reports • RFQs, quotes, purchase orders, work orders, and project records • Subcontractor, supplier, vendor, and site supervisor follow-ups • Material call-ups, procurement tracking, and delivery coordination • Site readiness checks, missing details, punch lists, and closeout tracking • Meeting notes, daily/weekly updates, action items, and production follow-ups • Takeoffs, bid comparisons, estimates, invoice tracking, and documentation support • W-9s, COIs, lien waivers, contractor agreements, permits, and closeout document tracking where required Project experience includes housing projects in Australia, renovation works in New York, multifamily and hotel projects, wind farm works in Western Australia, BESS and transmission line works in Kiribati, civil works, infrastructure, high-rise, commercial, and residential construction. I am comfortable working with remote construction teams, field supervisors, trade partners, suppliers, and project managers across different time zones. I focus on keeping project information clean, current, and actionable so decisions can be made quickly and project issues are flagged early. If you need someone who understands construction and can help manage the coordination, scheduling, documentation, procurement, and tracking side of your projects remotely, I can help.