Wolf Line Construction is looking for a dedicated Bid Manager to work with and support the Business Development team in the Charleston Office. This position is responsible for leading the responses to all RFP’s, RFI’s, and pre-qualifications.
- Review and understand the details and submittal requirements for proposal
- Oversee all aspects of proposal preparations, ensuring quality, and timely submittal.
- Communicate, collaborate, and track deadlines for project submittals and follow through with the project team to completion
- Quarterback the team through all proposal activities
- Maintain tracking spreadsheet of all bid information and report weekly during bid reviews with staff
- Communicate with management team during the procurement process to ensure requirements are being met accurately
- Communicate and coordinate with project team regarding upcoming projects, pre-bid meetings and bid submittals
- Coordinate incoming bid requests and team assignments for bid preparation and track to completion
- Responsible for the organization and final presentation of bid documents.
- Identify new business opportunities by monitoring public and private sector tender portals, to include grant funding websites
- Ensure compliance with client requirements, regulations and industry standards
- Conduct post-bid analysis and debrief sessions to identify areas of improvement and implement lessons learned for future bids
- Continuously refine and improve bid-processes, templates, and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
- Stay updated on industry trends, market insights and emerging best practices in bid management
- Contact suppliers/vendors for pricing on proposals
- Delegate and assign tasks as needed, follow up to ensure completion
- Prepare bid submittals neatly, professionally and in a timely manner
- Additional duties as requested
- Construction industry experience and knowledge required; Utility Construction Services preferred
- Bid Proposal experience required
- Superb written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Previous bid /estimating roles in a fast-paced construction environment,
- Military experience may be considered in place of job experience.
- Ability to work on a team and be able to communicate, follow directions and help others as needed
- Dependable and possess ability to adhere to daily work schedule
- Communicate and interact with internal employees, colleagues, and clients in a professional and timely manner
- Proven business and excellent technical writing skills
- Excellent computer skills beyond basic Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Ability to work and think independently to prioritize work to meet deadlines
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel to different job sites as required throughout the USA
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, English, Communications, Journalism, Technical Writing, required; OR two (2) or more years of experience in one or more of the following: proposal related, writing, marketing and communications, project management, or sales experience with a high school diploma or GED, required