Bid Estimator Coordinator
Posted 2025-08-23
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
<p>Position Summary: </p><p>We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Bid Estimator Coordinator to support our HVAC and Plumbing estimating teams. This fully remote position plays a vital role in coordinating all aspects of the bid process—ensuring that proposals are complete, accurate, and submitted on time. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and highly proficient in Microsoft Excel. Construction or engineering experience is preferred but not required. </p><p> </p><p>Key Responsibilities: </p><ul><li>Bid Package Management </li></ul><ul><li>Coordinate and track bid proposals from initiation to submission </li></ul><ul><li>Ensure all estimate packages include vendor quotes, subcontractor bids, takeoffs, specifications, and scope clarifications </li></ul><ul><li>Organize files for executive review and maintain consistent folder structures </li></ul><ul><li>Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination </li></ul><ul><li>Solicit and track supplier and subcontractor pricing </li></ul><ul><li>Maintain and update a bid contact database with key partners </li></ul><ul><li>Ensure all quotes are documented and properly saved for reference </li></ul><ul><li>Estimating Support </li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate with HVAC and Plumbing estimators on bid deadlines and scheduling </li></ul><ul><li>Assist with Pinnacle software tracking and document management </li></ul><ul><li>Generate summary bid reports and maintain a bid calendar </li></ul><ul><li>Administrative & Compliance </li></ul><ul><li>Prepare and submit prequalification packages, bid bonds, and forms as required </li></ul><ul><li>Ensure bid records are saved and easily accessible for audit and historical review </li></ul><ul><li>Support the implementation of a Delegation of Authority (DOA) process to route bids for internal approvals </li></ul><p> </p><p>Minimum Requirements: </p><ul><li>Must have prior remote work experience and a proven ability to self-manage in a virtual setting </li></ul><ul><li>Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a must (pivot tables, lookups, formatting, etc.) </li></ul><ul><li>Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-up skills </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills </li></ul><p> </p><p>Preferred Qualifications: Note required but would be very helpful </p><ul><li>Experience in construction, engineering, or MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) industries is a plus </li></ul><ul><li>Familiarity with estimating tools (Pinnacle, PlanSwift, Bluebeam) is a plus </li></ul><ul><li>Prior experience supporting estimating, project management, or construction administration </li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p>This is a full time job</p><p>Up to $8/hr</p><p>US time zone</p>