Pre-Sales Engineer

Central States•Lowell, AR

19h

About The Position

The Pre-Sales Engineer – Building Works is a key pre-contract technical role responsible for supporting DSMs and customers during the front-end of the sales and quoting process. This position owns the interpretation of construction plans, specifications, and bid documents to ensure that Requests for Quotation (RFQs) are complete, accurate, and ready for estimating. Acting as a technical bridge between sales, estimating, and engineering, the Pre-Sales Engineer enables faster quote turnaround, reduces estimator rework, and improves overall quote quality—particularly for design-build and complex PEMB opportunities. This is a non-quota-carrying role aligned with sales strategy and customer engagement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Working knowledge of pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB) and commercial construction workflows.
Understanding of RFQs, addenda, scope clarifications, and pre-construction documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

3–7 years of experience in preconstruction, estimating support, project coordination, or related construction roles.
Experience working in or supporting design-build environments.
Familiarity with bid platforms such as Dodge Construction Network, Building Connected, or similar.
Experience using Bluebeam, PDF markup tools, and construction document management systems.
Exposure to AI-enabled document review tools is a plus (training provided).

Responsibilities

Pre-Contract Technical Review & RFQ Preparation Review architectural, structural, and bid documents to interpret customer intent and identify scope requirements.
Analyze plans and specifications to identify scope gaps, conflicts, over-design, or unclear requirements prior to estimating.
Develop clear, complete RFQs that accurately reflect project scope, assumptions, and customer expectations.
Prepare RFQ summaries, assumptions, and clarifications to support estimating accuracy and consistency.
DSM & Customer Support Work closely with the local DSM to support customer opportunities during the pre-contract phase.
Participate in early technical discussions with customers, contractors, and design-build teams as needed.
Assist DSMs with technical questions, constructability considerations, and scope alignment.
Support design-assist and design-build conversations by providing technically credible input.
Estimating & Engineering Interface Serve as the primary point of contact between sales and estimating for RFQ intake and clarification.
Proactively coordinate with engineering when early technical input is required to validate assumptions.
Reduce estimating and engineering rework by resolving scope questions before RFQs are released.
Ensure only well-defined, qualified RFQs are released into the estimating workflow.
Pipeline & Opportunity Development Identify and pre-qualify potential projects from Dodge Plan Rooms and other approved bid platforms.
Review Dodge-sourced plans and specs to determine fit, complexity, and pursuit strategy.
Convert qualified opportunities into estimate-ready RFQs in coordination with the DSM.
Tools & Process Improvement Utilize AI-assisted tools, bid platforms, and document review software to accelerate spec and drawing review.
Maintain accurate RFQ documentation, version control, and relevant records within CRM and quoting systems.
Contribute to continuous improvement of RFQ standards, templates, and best practices across Building Works.
Performs other duties and activities related to the department as necessary to support overall operations and responsibilities, even if not specifically listed above.

Benefits

401K Match
Education assistance available – Up to $5,250 each year
Profit-Sharing bonus or own it bonus
Medical
Dental
Vision
Holiday pay
Vacation pay
Employee Assistance Program providing Confidential Emotional Support, Work and Lifestyle Support, Legal Guidance, Financial Resources and Digital Support
Care Guides to help employees navigate the complex healthcare system
Life insurance – 1.5x annual salary – 100% employer paid
Wellness Program – earn up to $1,200 annually when enrolling in a medical plan!
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability – 100% employer paid
Performance based merit increases
SHINE program – Employee Financial Assistance and Dependent Scholarships!