Construction Bid & Estimating Coordinator

Shimmick; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

FSA/HSA options

Employer paid STD/LTD/Life insurance

Job summary

Shimmick is seeking an Estimating Coordinator to support the Irvine, CA estimating team with bid preparation, document control, and subcontractor coordination. You will organize bid documents, track deadlines, and assist with GFE/DBE compliance to ensure timely bids.

The role requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with estimating tools such as SmartBid and Building Connected. This is a full-time on-site position in Irvine, CA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or demonstrated equivalency of experience/education.
• Experience in construction administration, coordination, or similar.
• Proficiency in estimating software and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Collect, review, and distribute bid documents, including plans, specifications, Q&A, and addenda.
• Assist in preparing and submitting bid proposals with accuracy.
• Assist in obtaining signatures and approvals for bid documentation.
• Scan in quotes and prepare bid book; maintain organized files.
• Organize, format, and maintain all bid documentation, including subcontractor quotes and records.
• Maintain up-to-date records of bid opportunities, submission status, and awards.
• Coordinate with estimating team, project managers, safety and legal for inputs.
• Schedule internal bid reviews, walk-throughs, and submission approvals.
• Track opportunities on procurement portals and log deadlines.

Skills

Organizational

Multitasking

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SmartBid

Building Connected

Bluebeam

Cosential

Job description

Shimmick is seeking an Estimating Coordinator to support the Irvine, CA estimating team with bid preparation, document control, and subcontractor coordination. You will organize bid documents, track deadlines, and assist with GFE/DBE compliance to ensure timely bids.

The role requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with estimating tools such as SmartBid and Building Connected. This is a full-time on-site position in Irvine, CA.