Bid Coordinator, Estimating

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions•Plano, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Bid Coordinator / Estimating Assistant works as part of the Construction Services and Business Development Teams. This role is responsible for selling Sevan as a reputable contractor to sub-contracting and vendor organizations. The position requires strong customer service and sales experience to enhance Sevan�s ability to solicit contracting services throughout the nation. This position is responsible for setting up and maintaining bid platforms and proposals from subcontractors. The Bid Coordinator must have highly effective written and verbal communication skills, be engaging, and be willing to work independently as well as a part of a larger team. This is a hybrid position based in our corporate office in Plano, TX.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong written and verbal communication.
Able to multi-task and manage many requirements simultaneously.
Able to interpret construction documents and scope requirements.
Ability to work with a diverse team.
Exceptional organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
Strong ability to comprehend bid documents, specifications, numerical data, qualifications, etc.
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in construction management, Construction Science, or related field is a plus.
Experience in sales is a plus.
Confidence in cold calling and selling our company/services.
Smartsheet, Building Connected, and Togal.AI, preferred.

Responsibilities

Sets up and manages bidding platform updates as required.
Spends most of the day on phone calls discussing projects and requirements with sub-contracting capacity throughout the nation.
Creates project Invitations to Bid for subcontractors on bidding platforms.
Manages team in identifying qualified subcontractors and establishing and maintains bid solicitation lists.
Investigates local market conditions and their effect on costs and schedule.
Provides a review of subcontractor quotes to ensure they meet the intent of the specific scope of work and are in line with Sevan�s contractual requirements.
Prepares/maintains tracking/status reports on projects for subcontractor coverage to identify areas of need.
Subcontractor outreach � cold calling/emailing subcontractors throughout the day to go over project details.
Developing relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors for future projects.
Communicates RFP updates with potential subcontractors � mail mergers, building-connected messages, and phone calls.