Location: Ocean Cay, Bahamas

Type: Day-Resort Island

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Client: MSC

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Delivered: 2019

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The redevelopment of MSC Ocean Cay was a massive ecological and architectural undertaking designed to convert a barren, 40-hectare industrial sand-mining site into a lush, eco-friendly private destination in the Bahamas. The project focused on restoring the island's natural beauty while simultaneously introducing extensive guest facilities. The scope included the construction of 107 distinct buildings, all designed in a traditional Bahamian architectural style that utilizes wood to blend seamlessly with the environment. Central to this transformation was a comprehensive botanical restoration plan that involved planting over 75,000 native Caribbean trees, plants, and shrubs, successfully revitalizing the local ecosystem and establishing a vibrant tropical atmosphere.

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Role: As a Senior Estimator via Americaribe on the MSC Ocean Cay Marine Reserve project, I led the critical material quantification efforts for this complex remote island development. I was specifically responsible for determining the comprehensive concrete requirements for the project’s 107 distinct buildings, ranging from guest villas to essential utility infrastructure. By performing rigorous quantity takeoffs, I calculated the precise volume of concrete needed for all foundations and structural elements, ensuring that material procurement aligned perfectly with architectural specifications and the unique logistical constraints of an offshore construction site.