This full-time role is for a Business Development and Estimating Coordinator, also referred to as the Estimating Support Specialist. The primary purpose is to support the preconstruction and estimating department, typically for a window treatment subcontractor, by ensuring that bid opportunities are accurately tracked, prequalification requirements are fulfilled promptly, and project leads are thoroughly researched and documented.
Key Responsibilities
- Bid Invitations: Screen, review, and record all incoming bid invitations, ensuring accuracy of project details and deadlines. Disqualify non-attractive opportunities.
- Prequalification Forms: Complete and submit prequalification questionnaires and vendor registration forms for general contractors, developers, and clients.
- Lead Research: Monitor and research the Select GCR platform for federal and government project opportunities. Monitor and research the Build Central platform for multifamily construction leads.
- Database Management: Maintain organized and up-to-date records of bid opportunities, prequalifications, and leads in internal systems.
- Coordination: Communicate with estimators, project managers, and vendors to collect necessary information for bids and submittals.
- Administrative Support: Provide additional support to the estimating team as needed, including document formatting, scheduling reminders, and follow-up communication.
- New Customer Outreach: Researching and contacting new potential customers in an effort to get on their bid lists and become their preferred subcontractor.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience
- BA/BSc/HND qualification.
- At least 1 year of experience in data entry, administrative tasks, or related fields.
- Experience in construction is a plus.
Skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Proficiency with Google Office Suite (Gmail, Google Drive, Sheets, Docs).
- Experience with construction management platforms is a plus.
- Strong communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to accurately enter and manage data.
- Proactive and resourceful, with strong research and follow-up skills.
About Oasis Outsourcing
Oasis Outsourcing BPO is a social enterprise based in Nairobi, Kenya. Our Business Process Outsourcing Model helps businesses, institutions, organizations, and government entities outsource non-core but critical business processes such as data annotation, customer support, and outsourced human resources. We execute this model while creating employment for youths.
