STRATEGIC BUSINESS BID SPECIALIST

Summary:

We are looking for a meticulous SB Bid Specialist to join our team. This role involves accurately estimating costs for construction projects, ensuring competitive bids, and conducting due diligence to determine the best market value costs. Additionally, you will serve as backup for SB account executives, maintaining frequent follow-ups and updates between clients and our internal teams, and performing administrative tasks as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the full scope of each presales project; leading the information gathering from sales where necessary, to ensure that all project scope is addressed in the response and accurate exclusion list is developed.
• Analyze project blueprints and specifications to prepare precise quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Collaborate closely with project managers to understand project requirements, timelines, and budget constraints.

• Conduct due diligence to determine the best market value costs for materials, labor, and equipment.
• Solicit and evaluate competitive bids from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Negotiate proposals, contracts, and change orders to optimize project value.
• Stay current with industry trends, construction methods, and materials costs.
• Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers (domestic and international) to obtain timely proposals and quotes.
• Update opportunities in NetSuite with presale data for tracking purposes.
• Lead communication and progress reporting during presales through NetSuite and Teams.
• Coordinate internal communications requirements for each proposal, including emails, calls, and meetings as needed.
• Generate detailed cost estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, and overhead expenses.
• Foster strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to secure favorable pricing and terms.
• Act as backup for SB account executives, ensuring consistent client communication and timely updates throughout project phases.
• Track the status of active proposals using Microsoft Planner Teams.
• Facilitate frequent follow-up and updates between clients and internal teams to ensure project progress and client satisfaction.
• Perform administrative tasks as required to support project management and operational efficiency.
• Present and defend estimates to management and clients as necessary.
• Monitor project costs against estimated budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and industry regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a Construction Estimator or in a similar role within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in construction estimating software and MS Office Suite.
• Experience in NetSuite, Paycom and Teams is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to conduct due diligence and determine best market value costs.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, adept at building and maintaining relationships.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with local building codes, regulations, and construction practices.