Estimating Assistant | Bid, Data & Document Support

Sachse Construction; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Role-Specific Training + Mentoring

Award-Winning Project:U Wellness 프로그램

Social Mission Committee + Philanthro­

Weekly Professional Massages

Financial Lunch and Learns

Job summary

Sachse Construction, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Detroit, is seeking an Estimating Assistant to support estimators with administrative, operational and project-related tasks. The role involves coordinating trade partners, data management, and document preparation for bids across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

The position emphasizes strong Microsoft Office skills, sharp writing abilities, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment with high energy and integrity.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction processes and terminology.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
• Strong writing and editing abilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Solicit and Secure Trade Partners to Bid projects nationwide via phone and email.
• Collect trade partner data for prequalifications and vendor setup.
• Upload information between systems.
• Prepare RFP response documents for clients.
• Call manufacturers to source trade partners and single-source items.
• Call Trade Partners to ensure adequate bid activity.
• Record trade Partners bid responses.
• Add and update Trade Partner information.
• Archive/scan documents.
• Prepare agendas and collate handouts for meetings.

Skills

Writing skills

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Vista

PlanGrid

Excel

Outlook

Word

Publisher

Adobe

Job description

Sachse Construction, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Detroit, is seeking an Estimating Assistant to support estimators with administrative, operational and project-related tasks. The role involves coordinating trade partners, data management, and document preparation for bids across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

The position emphasizes strong Microsoft Office skills, sharp writing abilities, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment with high energy and integrity.