Position – Estimating Bid Coordinator Reports to – Chief Estimator Status – Full-time
Position Summary
The Estimating Bid Coordinator manages the administration, coordination, and communication of the company's bidding process for wastewater construction projects. This role touches every active pursuit from the moment a project is identified through final submission and file close-out. The ideal candidate operates with a high degree of self-motivation, takes full ownership of their responsibilities, collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team, and holds themselves to a standard where no deadline is missed and no document is incomplete. The Bid Coordinator is the last line of defense before a bid goes out the door.
Key Responsibilities
Bid Administration & Document Management
Set up each project in iSqFt — upload plans, specifications, and all associated bid documents for wastewater treatment plant and pump station projects; maintain the planholder list throughout the bid period
Upload all addenda to iSqFt immediately upon receipt and distribute to estimators, subcontractors, and all relevant stakeholders with clear documentation of what changed
Populate all required public bid forms — unit price schedules, subcontractor listings, contractor certifications, non-collusion affidavits, and any agency-specific documents
Order bid bonds through the company's surety agent; verify the bond form, penal sum, and all conditions match the project's exact requirements
Obtain pricing for permits, contractor's license fees, and applicable sales tax for use in the estimate
Review the complete bid package prior to submission for accuracy and compliance; confirm every required document is present, properly signed, and in the correct format
Coordinate bid submission — electronic portal, bid runner, or public bid opening — and coordinate scheduling of bid runners and attendees as needed
Distribute bid results to the estimating team and management following public openings
Subcontractor & Vendor Communication
Conduct proactive phone solicitation and follow-up to confirm subcontractor and supplier coverage as directed for each active bid 6
Distribute bid packages and scope documents to subcontractors via iSqFt and direct outreach; provide any documentation needed to help vendors prepare accurate quotes
Track the status of all vendor and subcontractor quotes in real time; flag coverage gaps and unresponsive bidders to the estimating team well ahead of the bid deadline
Interface directly with vendors throughout the bid period to answer document questions, provide addenda, and keep quotes on schedule
Maintain the subcontractor and vendor database — current contact information, trade categories, bonding capacity, DBE/MBE/SBE certifications, and prequalification status
Pre-Bid & Meeting Coordination
Schedule pre-bid meetings and mandatory site visits; confirm attendance of required company personnel and communicate all logistics
Schedule bid runners for bid delivery and public bid opening attendance
Coordinate distribution of meeting notes, RFI responses, and owner-issued clarifications to all relevant parties
Estimating Support
Data entry for bid quantities and supporting data; support the estimating team with accurate, organized cost input
Takes direction from the estimating team in support and coordination of estimating activities
Assist with tracking vendors for outstanding quotes; follow up directly and furnish any additional bid documentation needed to move quotes forward
Assist with review of plans and specifications to identify scope items, long-lead materials, or items requiring additional clarification before bid close
Qualifications
2–5 years in administration, project coordination, or estimating support preferred
High degree of detail orientation
Demonstrated history of administrative precision
5+ years working with computers, navigating software, and using email systems
Strong Microsoft Office skills
Ability to learn new systems and software
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strict deadline discipline, meaningful sense of urgency
The ability to manage multiple tasks or projects simultaneously
Self-directed work style; able to identify what needs to happen and make it happen without being managed step by step
A high personal standard for the quality of work that goes out under the company's name
Benefits
Full-Time Position
Competitive Salary
Following 58 days of full-time employment, you may be eligible for benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision
Following 90 days of full-time employment, employees are eligible for 401(k)
After 6 months+ of continuous employment, paid vacation is offered
Paid holidays and personal/sick leave
Haren Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). As such, Haren Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Prioritizing Safety Our employees are our greatest resource, and Haren Construction is fully committed to their safety. With our safety program and full-time safety manager, we work hard to provide every employee with safe working conditions.
Haren Construction Company, Inc. is a drug-free workplace, so all potential new hires must submit to a pre-employment drug screen.
We utilize the E-Verify program to electronically verify the employment eligibility of potential employees.
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