Preconstruction Coordinator

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Blum Construction offers unparalleled stability in the construction industry. Founded in 1923, we have weathered tough economic storms for over a century and have emerged as a stronger organization with each challenge. With offices in Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Asheville, Raleigh, and Charlotte, we build structures that transform communities through our work in higher education, senior living, healthcare, non-profits and many other sectors.

We understand, very clearly, that it is our people who will enable us to be even stronger in our second century.

Position Overview

Performs project coordination for the Preconstruction Department. This includes, but is not limited to, contacting subcontractors regarding bid opportunities, maintaining subcontractor database, and assisting Preconstruction Managers as needed.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities

Functions as primary contact between FLB Preconstruction department and subcontractors:

• Receive, save, and organize all plans & specs from architects
• Send Invitations to Bid and project notices to subcontractors
• Generate project interest and follow up with subcontractors on bid status
• Receive and log subcontractor questions on every project. Review project documents (plans/specs) to answer if possible. If not, work with Preconstruction Managers and/or architects to get the answers
• Create Clarifications and Addenda for subcontractors based on new/revised information from architect
• Receive all subcontractor bids
• Follow up with subcontractors for additional information not provided on bid
• Coordinate all pre-bid/site visits with subcontractors
• Create and post advertisements in local newspapers and media outlets
• Work to ensure MWBE business have access to bid opportunities
  
  

Provides Administrative Support To The Preconstruction Department

• Responsible for organizing bid day logistics including preparation of forms, lunch, etc.
• Attendance at or hosting of prebid meetings, coordination, and participation of bid openings, review of bids, and post bid processing
• Create Bid Manuals to be posted for subcontractor use during the bidding process
• Assist with preparation of professional documents, i.e. deliverable books
• Responsible for maintaining department records such as schedule and job boards
• Update/maintain subcontractor database
• Create/update various reports in Excel
• Assist with all Preconstruction administrative functions as required
  
  

Minimum Training And Experience

• High School degree required. Project Coordinator experience preferred.
• Construction experience preferred
• Must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proven proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Adobe, Bluebeam preferred
• Ability to exercise independent judgment
• Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing
  
  

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• PTO
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.