Pre-Sales Engineer

Come be an Employee-Owner of one of the nation’s largest producers of metal roofing and siding! We sell, manufacture, build, and distribute metal building components and packages. Since 1988 we’ve grown to over 13 locations nationwide. We make raving fans of our customers with our “right, on time, every time” commitment.

So, who are we looking for?

People who “Own It” – Commitment to the customer, the company, and each other:
You are customer-focused with an eye for detail. You are reliable.

People who “Can Do” – Our Attitude:
You are an innovative thinker pursuing continuous improvement. You embrace teamwork. You want to positively make an impact and open to change.

People who “Act in Love” – Treats others with humility, respect, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control. You enjoy giving back to your community. We take great pride in the communities we live in, so we give back with our time and talents. Each year you can take paid time off to support a cause close to your heart.

And what will you do?

Summary:

The Pre‑Sales Engineer – Building Works is a key pre‑contract technical role responsible for supporting DSMs and customers during the front‑end of the sales and quoting process. This position owns the interpretation of construction plans, specifications, and bid documents to ensure that Requests for Quotation (RFQs) are complete, accurate, and ready for estimating.

Acting as a technical bridge between sales, estimating, and engineering, the Pre‑Sales Engineer enables faster quote turnaround, reduces estimator rework, and improves overall quote quality—particularly for design‑build and complex PEMB opportunities. This is a non‑quota‑carrying role aligned with sales strategy and customer engagement.

Core Functions:

Pre‑Contract Technical Review & RFQ Preparation

• Review architectural, structural, and bid documents to interpret customer intent and identify scope requirements.
• Analyze plans and specifications to identify scope gaps, conflicts, over‑design, or unclear requirements prior to estimating.
• Develop clear, complete RFQs that accurately reflect project scope, assumptions, and customer expectations.
• Prepare RFQ summaries, assumptions, and clarifications to support estimating accuracy and consistency.

DSM & Customer Support

• Work closely with the local DSM to support customer opportunities during the pre‑contract phase.
• Participate in early technical discussions with customers, contractors, and design‑build teams as needed.
• Assist DSMs with technical questions, constructability considerations, and scope alignment.
• Support design‑assist and design‑build conversations by providing technically credible input.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between sales and estimating for RFQ intake and clarification.
• Proactively coordinate with engineering when early technical input is required to validate assumptions.
• Reduce estimating and engineering rework by resolving scope questions before RFQs are released.
• Ensure only well‑defined, qualified RFQs are released into the estimating workflow.

Pipeline & Opportunity Development

• Identify and pre‑qualify potential projects from Dodge Plan Rooms and other approved bid platforms.
• Review Dodge‑sourced plans and specs to determine fit, complexity, and pursuit strategy.
• Convert qualified opportunities into estimate‑ready RFQs in coordination with the DSM.

Tools & Process Improvement

• Utilize AI‑assisted tools, bid platforms, and document review software to accelerate spec and drawing review.
• Maintain accurate RFQ documentation, version control, and relevant records within CRM and quoting systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of RFQ standards, templates, and best practices across Building Works.

Performs other duties and activities related to the department as necessary to support overall operations and responsibilities, even if not specifically listed above.

Key Measures of Success:

• RFQs accepted by estimating without revision
• Average RFQ‑to‑quote turnaround time Reduction in estimator and engineering rework
• Win rate on supported opportunities
• Margin consistency vs. quoted assumptions
• Collaborates effectively within a team environment while taking ownership of individual…