What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bid Administrator position at The Cook & Boardman Recruiting Team?
The Bid Administrator will become familiar with total opening requirements set forth in contract documents, i.e. plans, specifications, addenda, and other related information concerning an individual construction project. This role will input all bids and proposals into company system, "Cookbook."
Essential Functions• Receives all bid requests and creates folders and subfolders in the system• Downloads all plans, specs and addendums• Contacts architects for complete plan holders list of GC’s only• Enters all projects into bid leads in Cookbooks and updates them as needed• Will learn to import door schedules and hardware specs• Will learn data entry of locations and handings to assist detailing• Will review and compare plans and specifications for accuracy of data entry• Contacts vendors for technical assistance and quotations• Assists in preparing and printing submittal documents for Architect and Contractor review• Assists with uploading information for Linksquared• Gain knowledge of door, frame and hardware applications as they relate to UL, fire code, building code, ADA, life safety and other restrictions that relate to the general commercial construction industry• Assist Estimating Manager with coordinating between branches • All other relative duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications• High School Diploma or equivalent education/experience• 1 years of related experience in similar construction or building material industry
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Detail oriented; Deadline conscience; Goal driven• Accurate mathematical skills required• Special skills required blue print/plan reading helpful• Microsoft Office proficiency• Must have excellent oral communication skills and positive interpersonal skills
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and see. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hand handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
Work Environment This job operates primarily in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. May occasionally require business travel.
Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal ContractorAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
