Bidding Manager

Overview

Lead and manage construction bidding team, overseeing proposals, negotiations, and project handoffs.

Key Responsibilities

• price negotiation
• bid management
• cost analysis
• estimating process
• procore documentation
• bid leveling

Tasks

-Lead price negotiations with vendors to secure favorable terms while maintaining quality and schedule requirements. -Manage bid logs, estimating databases, and historical cost records to ensure transparency and improve future pricing accuracy. -Analyze supplier quotations, market conditions, and escalation factors; apply cost engineering principles to optimize project competitiveness. -Training sessions: Continuously develop your skills and stay updated with industry trends. -Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing bidding team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. -Ensure multiple competitive bids are collected for each scope of work to provide cost-effective options while maintaining quality. -Identify process inefficiencies, propose workflow improvements, and contribute to long-term strategic planning. -Serve as the primary liaison to the Project Management team during project award, ensuring a seamless transition from bid to execution. -Evaluate bid invitations, determine project fit, and assign bidding responsibilities. -Track and enforce strict bid deadlines to prevent delays that could impact construction schedules. -Conduct performance reviews, provide mentorship, and ensure departmental KPIs (accuracy, bid-hit ratio, turnaround time) are consistently achieved. -Verify that contracts, Letters of Intent, and proposals are aligned before execution. -Support operations with procurement, scheduling, and Procore documentation to ensure project readiness. -Implement and maintain robust estimating processes and cost-control strategies across the department. -Review cost estimates, validate quantity take-offs, and ensure assumptions and exclusions are clearly documented. -Oversee the preparation and submission of accurate, competitive proposals, ensuring compliance with client requirements and internal standards. -Work closely with internal stakeholders (finance, project management, and procurement teams) to align bids with budget and project goals. -Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to solicit competitive pricing; conduct bid leveling to compare and normalize proposals.

Requirements

• procore
• planswift
• cost control
• leadership
• bachelor's
• estimating

What You Bring

-Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; advanced experience with estimating and project management software (Procore, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar). -In-depth knowledge of construction standards, cost-control methodologies, and industry best practices. -Strong leadership skills with proven ability to mentor, motivate, and manage a team. -Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Business Administration preferred. -Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to build strong client and vendor relationships. -Advanced expertise in estimating methodologies, cost analysis, blueprint/specification interpretation, and bid strategy. -5–7 years of progressive experience in construction estimating, with at least 2+ years in a leadership or managerial role.

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Benefits

-Competitive pay and benefits: We offer a compensation package that rewards your expertise and dedication. -Paid Holidays: Celebrate the holidays with paid time off. -Generous bonus structure: Your hard work is recognized and incentivized. -Full Suite of Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Access comprehensive coverage for you and your family. -Paid lunch: Enjoy a complimentary lunch during work hours. -Opportunity to work with our in-house architectural design and interior design team: Collaborate with experts in various domains to enhance your skills and contribute to diverse projects.

About Alphax Re Capital

-Leveraging its vertically integrated model, the company seamlessly blends fund management, construction, design, financing, and rental operations. -Specializes in build‑to‑sell and build‑to‑rent residential projects, including commercial developments and debt‑fund lending. -Has launched venture and debt funds, and backs prop‑tech and sustainable construction startups, adding an innovation edge. -Female leadership team combines academic rigor and entrepreneurial grit to unlock hidden value in real assets.

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