Subcontractor Outreach Specialist

Subcontractor Outreach Specialist

The primary function of the SOS is to provide support to the entire estimating staff for multiple bid efforts in addition to maintaining and establishing subcontractor relationships.

Key Responsibilities

The duties, responsibilities and attributes of the SOS typically include, but are not limited to :

Build relationships with key existing subcontractors and strive to establish new relationships

Responsible for managing and updating the subcontractor database

Strategically identify and attend subcontractor industry events to help broaden our relationships and to market WEO

Manage and participate in the creation of bid proposal packages in response to RFP's

Solicit and obtain subcontractor bid coverage

Limited Administrative Duties

Check and distribute incoming mail and documents to appropriate parties, including scanning and uploading to Box for PA access

Sign for packages and certified mail

Open delivered packages and notify recipients for pickup

Monitor and restock office supplies, food, and snacks; coordinate with the office team to identify needs

Occasionally send out packages via FedEx, GLS, or USPS, which may include drop-offs at local facilities

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Technical Skills

Basic Understanding of construction terminology, trades and project types

Understands the differences between various delivery methods, i.e., budgets, competitive bids and negotiated projects

Basic Understanding of trade CSI codes

Personal Attributes

Keen attention to detail, with an ability to spot errors

Strong organizational skills

Work Efficiently allocates one's own time efficiently; handles multiple demands and competing priorities

Effective time management

Takes initiative, strives for increased responsibility and has a desire to learn

Motivates and contribute to the team and morale of the office

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to work with varying seniority levels, including staff, managers, and external partners

Effective written and verbal language communication skills

Problem solving and decision-making works with others to identify, define and solve problems

Foster Teamwork participates and fosters collaboration among team members and among teams

Motivate Others encourages and empowers others to achieve; builds relationships; creates enthusiasm, a feeling of investment, and a desire to excel

Drive for Results drives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition

Show Work Commitment - sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard to achieve them

Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all subcontractors and WEO Team members

Show alignment with and promotes WEO Corporate Values

Qualifications : 1-3 years minimum of relevant professional experience working with a Subcontractor or General Contractor

Understands and effectively uses company software programs and systems :

a) Proficiency in basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

b) Proficiency in Outlook and has the ability to manage calendars, address books, tasks and email

c) Ability to navigate and manage files and folders in cloud-based platforms, such as Box.com

d) Microsoft Teams

e) BidMail

f) Bluebeam Revu

Physical Demands : Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to navigate office and other spaces. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

100% ESOP

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

PTO / Sick

100% Life Insurance

401(K) with Match

Student Debt Program

About W.E. O'Neil Construction

Building Great Relationships since 1925! 100% employee-owned general contractor. We build nationally, with locations in AZ, CA, CO, IL, TN, and TX. W.E. O'Neil Construction has seen steady growth since its founding in 1925 in Chicago by the O'Neil family. Now 100% employee-owned (ESOP), we embrace people as our number one asset. Our award-winning teams are recognized as industry leaders. Our longevity can be attributed to our excellent staff of professionals, our integrity, our commitment to customer satisfaction, and our ability to embrace technology. Our combination of the financial strength of a large national contractor and the responsiveness of a small company brings the best of both worlds to our clients. Our experience covers virtually every commercial market sector using a broad range of project delivery methods including design-build, design assist, construction management at risk and lump sum bid.