Construction Bid/Estimating Assistant

Datum Commercial Contracting is in search of a Construction Bid/Estimating Assistant to join our team in the Austin Office.  

Job Description:

The person is responsible for assisting the Estimating team in locating and contacting subcontractors/vendors for quotes, verify qualifications and obtain any other required information, maintain/update the estimate log and the Company’s directory of subcontractors/vendors and track the status of bids (via Procore).

Position Responsibilities And Duties:

• Support ensuring up to date plans, specifications and addenda are received and filed.


• Assist in contacting suppliers/vendors for pricing as needed.


• Solicit and communicate with subcontractors through the Bid Process.


• Update and maintain the company database of subcontractors/vendors.


• Request bids, verify qualifications and any other necessary information from subcontractors.


• Maintain estimate log and track bid status.


• Review project plans, requirements and specifications


• Maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.

Minimum Skills Or Experience Requirements:

• Highly organized with excellent time management skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.


• Self-starter with ability to work independently and as a team.


• Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.


• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).


• Must have a high degree of professional integrity, and be able to work in a diplomatic, cooperative and organized manner.


• Familiarity with Construction software (Procore, PlanSwift, ConstructConnect, PlanHub) a plus.

Benefits:

• Dental / Vision / Short Term / Long Term Disability Insurance


• Health Insurance


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• 401(k)