What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimating Coordinator Assistant position at DFB Sales?
The Estimating Coordinator Assistant does just that and works in a support role to the Estimating Coordinator. At the early stages of the project management facilitating the smooth flow of information, ensuring accurate project tracking, and supporting the estimating process. The role involves supporting project tracking, managing project documentation, preparing proposals, conducting basic takeoffs, and serving as the primary liaison between the estimating team and clients. strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and communication abilities are essential to your success.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining an organized and efficient system for tracking projects and assigning unique project numbers at the direction of the Estimating Coordinator.
- Ensuring that all deadlines are met by managing the estimating calendar and keeping it up to date in working with sales and the estimating department keeping it up to date.
- Accurately preparing and coordinating bid proposals in a timely manner and sending them with all necessary information to estimators.
- Effective communication with clients, being informed of bid statuses and gathering valuable feedback.
- Performing accurate takeoffs from project plans, ensuring all measurements align with the scope of work.
- Keeping project data and records current, ensuring that project information is easily accessible and comprehensive.
Qualifications
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
Education: Associate degree in Management, Construction Management, or related field (bachelor's preferred, but related experience in lieu of degree will be considered.)
Experience: 1-2 years in a relevant role, preferably in construction or project management.
Additional Skills: Understanding of construction plans, strong organizational and communication abilities with the capacity to multitask and meet deadlines essential to the transmission of time-sensitive information.