Pre-Construction​/Bid Specialist

Job Details

Location:

Hardman Signs - Houston, TX 77086
Position Type:
Full Time

Travel Percentage :
Up to 25%

Job Title:

Pre-Construction/Bid Specialist

Houston, Texas

Full-time, Office-Based (with local site visits)

The Pre-construction/Bid Specialist is responsible for the technical intake and pricing of new projects. This role involves receiving Invitations to Bid (ITBs), organizing project plans, and executing comprehensive quantity take-offs. By accurately identifying every material and labor component from the blueprints, this specialist ensures the final price submitted is both competitive and operationally sound.

• Bid Intake:
  Manage incoming Invitations to Bid (ITB) and project plans, ensuring all necessary documentation is organized for a full estimate.
• Comprehensive Take-offs:
  Execute detailed and precise quantity take-offs from architectural and structural blueprints. This includes identifying all signage components, structural mounting hardware, and electrical requirements to ensure 100% scope coverage.
• Project Pricing:
  Apply accurate material, labor, and fabrication costs to the completed take-offs to build the final project price.
• Subcontractor Coordination:
  Identify and vet subcontractors; analyze incoming quotes to ensure they align with the take-offs and project specifications.
• Strategic Planning:
  Collaborate with Sales and Production teams to ensure a smooth hand-off of awarded projects, providing clear documentation of the bid strategy and scope.

Experience:

A minimum of 3–5 years in construction estimating, pre-construction services, or bid management is required. Experience in the signage or architectural industry is a significant plus.

Technical

Skills:

Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, Sage, or Procore) and Microsoft Excel is required. Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural blueprints.

Communication:
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for negotiating with vendors and presenting bids to internal stakeholders.

• Remaining in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods in an office environment.
• Occasional site visits which may involve moving across uneven construction sites.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers to operate computers and office equipment.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Opportunity to collaborate with a growing team in a creative, professional environment.