Estimating Coordinator

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Position Description

Project Bidding:

• Distribute, log, and maintain Invitations to bid, plans, RFIs, addendums and other bid documents both internally and externally
• Source vendors, trades and small contractors
• Maintain and track estimating bid reports
• Review RFP’s for all insurance requirements, requests for bid bonds, builder’s risk etc.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Subcontractors
• Create Invitations to bid for Projects
• Bid solicitation, follow up on phone calls with Subcontractors to ensure maximum/outstanding bid coverage
• Attend Bid Walks when necessary
• Participate in bid reviews with project management team
• Place Subcontractor bids into the appropriate folder within the assigned job number
• Prepare Bid Forms for submission
• Maintain Estimating Schedule/Calendar, including Bid Due Dates and Job Walk-Through Dates

Subcontractor Management

• Maintain Subcontractor database. Seek out “New Bidders” for the database
• Pre-qualify Subcontractors
• Contact Suppliers/Vendors for pricing on materials. Maintain the Supplier database
• Assist Subcontractors in obtaining the information they need to bid
• After each project is awarded, email Subcontractors who did not get awarded the job, a letter of regret

Position Requirements and Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in construction estimating department preferred
• Strong math/analytical skills, impeccable problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet critical deadlines and manage time efficiently
• Excellent skills with MS Word and Excel; On-Screen Takeoff software experience is a plus
• Strong communication skills and able to effectively communicate with all sub-contractors, employees, and clients

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person