Bid Coordinator, Estimating

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and manages bidding platform updates as required.
• Spending 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 maintaining 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.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A 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.
• 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), Smartsheet, Building Connected, and Togal.
• AI, preferred.

Benefits

• Pay range: $25.00 - $33.00 per hour based on a full-time schedule, market and business conditions, and is commensurate on individual education, qualifications, and experience.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, flexible paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, and a matching 401K plan.

Why Join Sevan?

• Live Our Values: Join a company that values integrity, respect, teamwork, excellence, and charity.
• Champion Key Initiatives: Play a vital role in driving Sevan-wide initiatives like Safety and Sustainability, ensuring positive impacts for our people and the planet.
• Inspire and Lead: Help us bring our vision to life by embracing our commitment to Service, Talent, and Choices—you’ll have a voice in shaping the future.
• Set the Standard: Be a role model for professional behavior, fostering a workplace culture that motivates and inspires others.
• Grow With Us: Take charge of your personal and professional growth through hands-on experience, engaging training programs, and opportunities to mentor interns and co-ops.
• Support Development of Top Brands: Opportunity to work behind the scenes supporting efforts for industry leaders like McDonald’s, Starbucks, and 7-Eleven.

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.