Pre-Construction / Bid Specialist

Hardman Signs Lp; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Hardman Signs Lp in Houston, TX is hiring a Pre-Construction/Bid Specialist. This role demands expertise in managing Invitations to Bid (ITBs), executing comprehensive quantity take-offs, and ensuring competitive project pricing. A minimum of 3–5 years in estimation or bid management is required, along with proficiency in relevant software.

The position is full-time and office-based, with local site visits. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits including 401(k) matching, paid time off, and insurance.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural and structural blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming Invitations to Bid (ITB) and project plans.
• Execute detailed and precise quantity take-offs from architectural and structural blueprints.
• Apply accurate material, labor, and fabrication costs to the completed take-offs.
• Identify and vet subcontractors and analyze incoming quotes.
• Collaborate with Sales and Production teams for project hand-off.

Skills

Estimating software proficiency (e.g., Bluebeam, Sage, Procore)

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

3–5 years in construction estimating or bid management

Job description

Job Details

Location: Hardman Signs - Houston, TX 77086
Position Type: Full Time
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Title: Pre-Construction/Bid Specialist

Location

Houston, Texas

Type

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

Job Summary

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.

QualificationsEducation and Experience

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.

Physical Requirements

• 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.

What We Offer

• 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.