Sales Bid Estimator

Job Summary

Mainly responsible for conducting the initial reviews on bid documents while also focusing on developing relationships with those local organizations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Review and evaluate initial bid documents
Price in initial labor figures for operations and management reviews
Assess cost effectiveness of products projects or services
Meet or exceed gross profit goals established and set by Management
Proofread bid documents for any special requirements such as MBE/WBE bonds LD and present findings to management for review
Collaborate with customers vendors and team members in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates while resolving issues as needed
Prepare wrappers for submittals and ensure any associated documentation is included
Proposal count to meet or exceed monthly expectations as established by management
Prospecting via phone/in person with assigned prospects
Thoroughly understand RFP process

Other duties assigned as needed

Skills and Abilities

Ability to balance multiple tasks with changing priorities
Ability to work and think independently and ensuring to meet deadlines
Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
Must have clear and professional communication skills (written and oral) both internally and externally
Effective communication and interaction with employees clients and colleagues and the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
Demonstrated customer service focus and client communication skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook)

Education and/or Experience
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 - 5 years experience in Estimation Project Management or Field Integration is preferred
Experience in the Audio Visual or Construction industry is a plus
SLEP RFP experience is a plus
Experience in an global and/or complex matrix business environment is desirable


Working Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines. The work environment is generally moderate in noise (inter-office conversations and computers/printers).