Estimator Coordinator

Locke Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Locke Solutions seeks an Estimator Coordinator to support the estimating team by coordinating bid preparation, gathering project details, and taking off quantities. You will solicit vendor quotes, prepare bid documents, and track bid progress in a fast-paced construction environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years coordinating/administrative experience, strong numerical skills, and proficiency in MS Office. Bachelor's degree in construction science is preferred; on-site role in Houston, TX.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years coordinating/administrative experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; comfortable with numbers.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate bid preparation for construction projects.
• Gather project information and perform quantity take-offs.
• Solicit quotes from subcontractors and vendors.
• Prepare bid documents and maintain bid status updates.
• Support in managing supplier/Vendor quotes and CRM data.
• Liaise between Sales, Estimating, and Customers to ensure on-time quotes.

Skills

Coordination

Administrative experience

MS Office

Communication

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction science

Job description

Brief Description

Locke Solutions is a premier provider of custom precast concrete solutions and was recently recognized as Houston's #1 Fastest Growing Company by the Houston Business Journal. We are in a period of exciting growth, expanding from one to three locations in the past two years, with a clear trajectory toward $100 million in revenue with a vision of achieving $500 million in revenue by the year 2035.

Brief Description

Locke Solutions is a premier provider of custom precast concrete solutions and was recently recognized as Houston's #1 Fastest Growing Company by the Houston Business Journal. We are in a period of exciting growth, expanding from one to three locations in the past two years, with a clear trajectory toward $100 million in revenue with a vision of achieving $500 million in revenue by the year 2035.
Our core values-responsiveness, teamwork, an ownership mentality, a 'get it done' attitude, and problem-solving-form the foundation of our inclusive and collaborative culture. We genuinely care about our employees and customers, as enshrined in our stated Purpose: to make customers' lives easier and employees' lives better.
As an Estimator Coordinator at Locke Solutions, you will play a vital role in supporting our estimating team by coordinating and facilitating the bid preparation process for construction projects. Your responsibilities will include gathering project information, conducting quantity take-offs, soliciting quotes from subcontractors and vendors, and preparing bid documents. This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, update, and coordinate new bid assignments; establish bid due dates by communicating with Sales, Estimating Manager, Customers, or Bid Services within 24 hours.
• Develop and maintain a high-level technical understanding of bid reviews, including scope criteria and project requirements, to effectively brief Estimators.
• Verify and obtain minimum design criteria and pre-bid documents from Customers/Sales in advance to support on-time quote delivery.
• Coordinate with the Estimating Manager and Sales Manager to establish scope criteria and sales strategy.
• Manage and maintain the approved Sub-Supplier list and Locke Solutions' CRM system.
• Gain and apply product knowledge and understanding of application processes.
• Assist in preparing quote estimates (up to $500K) for review and approval.
• Support bid package preparation; manage and collect quotes from vendors and suppliers as required.
• Act as liaison between Sales/Customers and the Estimating Team to provide timely bid status updates.
• Process and manage small orders, standard products, and modified standard products that do not require Project Management or Engineering support.

SUCCESSFUL RESULTS

• Efficiently organizes documents required to quote projects for the estimating team.
• Actively engage in blueprint review sessions and seek opportunities to expand knowledge.
• Maintain open lines of communication with the Sales team and provide timely updates on project statuses.
• Efficiently perform potential project take-offs by using construction drawings, specifications, and project-related documents.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced construction environment
• Develop understanding of research methodology, data analysis, and estimation metrics.

REQUIREMENTS

• 1-3 years Coordinating/Administrative experience.
• Comfortable with numbers and technology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service both internally and externally.
• Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Great attention to detail, well organized, and reliable.
• Experience & Conceptual knowledge of reading plans, specifications. (Desired)
• Bachelor's degree in construction science or relevant field (Desired).