Estimating Assistant

Sachse Construction is seeking a highly organized detail-oriented and proactive Commercial Preconstruction Estimating Assistant to support our Preconstruction team throughout the project pursuit bidding and buying process. This role plays a critical part in coordinating bid activities maintaining project and Trade Partner information and assisting with project turnover activities.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment demonstrates a high level of accountability and professionalism and enjoys building relationships while supporting multiple priorities and deadlines.

Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Detroit Sachse Construction has built millions of square feet of commercial retail multifamily and institutional space throughout the United States Canada and Puerto Rico.

Our signature asset is our unmatched reputation of integrity quality and reliability. Our commitment to our core values do the right thing have passion and enthusiasm pursue excellence by constantly raising the bar and do whatever it takes has earned the trust of clients from national retail chains to private and institutional owners.

In addition to providing a unique and exceptional customer service experience to our clients we strive to provide an engaging atmosphere for our team members. Our team members have access to all of the essential benefits and perks plus:

• Unlimited PTO
• Role-Specific Training Mentoring
• Award-Winning Project:U Wellness Program
• Social Mission Committee Philanthropic Activities
• Weekly Professional Massages
• Financial Lunch and Learns

We have been repeatedly recognized with several national and local awards including:

• Best and Brightest Company to Work For
• Best and Brightest in Wellness
• Top Workplace
• Certified Great Place to Work

Opportunity & Bid Support

• Enter and maintain pursuit and project information across company platforms including CRM systems BuildingConnected time-tracking software and shared drives.
• Order plans specifications and bidding documents.
• Coordinate part of the bid and proposal activities including bid bond requests Newrooms notifications for additional advertising bid deliveries and submissions.
• Create compile organize and maintain project documents electronically and print.
• Update project status and related tracking systems as opportunities progress.

Trade Partner Coordination:

• Solicit and secure Trade Partner participation through phone calls emails and other outreach efforts.
• Identify qualified and specialty Trade Partners through industry and manufacturers resources.
• Collect and maintain information required for Trade Partners setup and prequalification.

Reporting & Project Award Support:

• Maintain estimating reports and bid activity logs.
• Coordinate internal award announcements and project notifications.
• Archive project files and maintain organized project records.

Team & Administrative Support:

• Provide administrative support to the Preconstruction team.
• Coordinate weekly team meeting logistics food orders and team events.
• Support Trade Partner appreciation events and department initiatives.
• Maintain department organization and document management standards.
• Collaborate with and maintain strong working relationship with the Executive Assistant to the department VP to ensure team efficiency.

May be Asked to Assist with:

• Tracking opportunities and maintain accurate reporting throughout the pursuit process.
• Monitoring bid coverage and track Trade Partner participation and responses.
• Enter subcontractor pricing into bid spreadsheets and leveling sheets.
• Prepare agendas and supporting materials for departmental team meetings.
• Support Business Development initiatives through administrative coordination.
• Project turnover activities following award.
• Provide support to other departments and company leadership as needed.
• Fill in on interdepartmental committees.

• Construction estimating preconstruction project management or administrative support experience preferred.
• Strong communication and proofreading skills
• Ability to interact professionally with clients Trade Partners and team members to support company goals and a positive culture.
• Excellent organization time management and prioritization abilities.
• Resourceful problem solver with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated professional who takes initiative and follows through on commitments.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters professionally.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel Outlook and Word.
• Experience preferred with Vista BuildingConnected PlanGrid CRM platforms and other construction software.

Our company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that is strives for inclusion. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity veteran status or any other protected group. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please let us know by contacting our VP of People Myra Ebarb atfrom People and Perks with any questions or requests for accommodation.

To all recruitment agencies: We do not accept non partner agreement agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our team members partners or any other company location. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.