Preconstruction Lead - Bid Strategy & Estimation

Rogers-O'Brien Construction; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers-O’Brien Construction seeks a Preconstruction Manager to oversee multiple commercial projects from concept through bidding and subcontract selection. You will coordinate with project managers and superintendents to address scheduling, budgeting, and design considerations.

The ideal candidate has a strong construction background, excellent communication skills, and a minimum of five years in pre-construction to manage complex bids within a $10–50M project scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related or technical field to ensure foundational industry knowledge
• Proficiency in On Screen Take-Off for accurate project estimation
• Experience with Microsoft Office to facilitate effective communication and documentation
• Knowledge of Timberline preferred for comprehensive financial management of projects
• Familiarity with Bluebeam for enhanced document management and collaboration
• SmartBid expertise to efficiently handle subcontractor and supplier interactions
• Working knowledge of Viewpoint preferred to streamline project management processes

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from concept through bidding, design, and subcontract bidding phases to ensure project alignment and success
• Solicit subcontractor and supplier bids using electronic and verbal communication to secure competitive proposals
• Review bid documents and perform quantity take-offs for accurate project assessment
• Order and distribute bid documents to keep all stakeholders informed and prepared
• Participate in pre-bid conferences to clarify project requirements and expectations
• Visit proposed sites to assess existing conditions and potential challenges
• Monitor sub-bidders’ participation during the bid process to ensure comprehensive coverage
• Consult with project managers and superintendents regarding schedules and special considerations to facilitate project planning
• Input take-off data into computer estimating programs for accurate and efficient analysis
• Set up bid tabulation forms with critical questions to evaluate subcontractor bids effectively
• Prepare Qualification Attachments to bid forms to ensure compliance with project requirements
• Arrange for bid bonds and insurance reviews as required to mitigate project risks
• Submit and follow-up on RFIs to the architect to resolve ambiguities and align designs with project needs
• Participate with pre-construction services team on bid day to facilitate effective decision-making
• Analyze and tabulate sub-bids to support informed contract decisions
• Compile post-bid files to document the process and outcomes for future reference
• Update the sub/supplier database to maintain accurate and current vendor information
• Participate in post-bid interviews to help secure project approval and client satisfaction
• Prepare conceptual estimates from limited information to support early project planning
• Adhere to Rogers-O’Brien policies and regulatory standards to ensure safety and compliance

Skills

Strong communication

Estimating

Bid management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction-related or technical field

Tools

On Screen Take-Off

Microsoft Office

Timberline

Bluebeam

SmartBid

Viewpoint

Job description

Rogers-O’Brien Construction seeks a Preconstruction Manager to oversee multiple commercial projects from concept through bidding and subcontract selection. You will coordinate with project managers and superintendents to address scheduling, budgeting, and design considerations.

The ideal candidate has a strong construction background, excellent communication skills, and a minimum of five years in pre-construction to manage complex bids within a $10–50M project scope.