Description

TAK Communications is a leading national telecommunications and broadband service provider that offers full value chain communications services and solutions to its customers across the US, from project management, engineering, and construction to drops, fulfilment and door-to-door sales in over 40 states. TAK Communications prides itself on being a trusted business partner for its customers in the broadband and communications sector, providing solutions that exceed their expectations.

We are seeking a Pre-Construction Bid Specialist to join our Pre-Construction team in the Sioux Falls, SD area or the Milwaukee, WI area. The Pre-Construction Bid Specialist will assist with bid proposals, preparing them for submission, review and outline responses as well as research portals for bid potentials.

Why TAK?

• Full Time
• Paid Weekly
• Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match!
• 25K Company Paid Life Insurance
• Independent Work & Team Collaboration
• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities!

The Role

• Research portals and the internet for bid potential
• Reviews RFI’s, RFP’s, or RFQ’s to outline response requirements
• Maintains an updates calendar to stay organized and on schedule including the facilitation of internal proposal, bid review, and approval meetings
• Prepares quotes and proposals for submission
• Creates spreadsheets and fillable documents for pre-construction team
• Generates and sends invoices to customers
• Professionally submits bids and proposals to customer or their online portal
• Interacts with consultants representing customers to obtain approvals for bidding
• Coordinates receipt of required information for preparation of final quotation submittal
• Communicates with customers to resolve problems with projects during bidding process
• Follows-up on open and outstanding quotations with salespersons and customers to determine status
• Communicates with account representatives, account executives, and inside sales reps to ensure quotes and resulting orders are complete
• Provides updates on proposal status and due dates to Pre-Construction Specialist for CRM overall awareness
• Supports creation of proposal materials and content for standardized templates and customized offerings based on customer’s request
• Interacts with various Pre-Construction teams members and other groups within the organization to request and consolidate information for customer’s request

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree a plus
• 5+ years of related experience in construction or engineering bidding
• Strong knowledge of Construction project specifications and the bidding process
• Previous experience pulling together full bid packages
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with subcontractors, suppliers, and team members
• Proficiency in using construction management software and tools
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work with team and clients in various time zones
• Knowledge of federal contracting regulations and requirements is a plus!
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Strong computer skills using MS Office
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Valid driver’s license
• Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.