Estimating Coordinator

Overview

Shimmick is seeking a highly talented Estimating Coordinator to be based out of our Suisun City, CA office. The Estimating Coordinator is responsible for supporting the estimating team in preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for construction projects. This role involves organizing bid documents, coordinating subcontractor and supplier proposals, managing bid schedules, and assisting in the overall estimating process to ensure timely and efficient bid submissions.

At Shimmick, we are problem solvers. Creative thinkers. Innovators. We approach each project with fresh ideas and big thinking in pursuit of better answers, better outcomes, and better experiences for our clients. We are resourceful, nimble and resilient. We work hard together-and with our clients-to deliver high-quality projects that are on time, on budget and beyond expectations.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following :

Bid Preparation & Submission

Collect, review, and distribute bid documents, including plans, specifications, Q&A, and addenda.

Assist in preparing and submitting bid proposals, ensuring completeness and accuracy.

Assist in obtaining signatures and approvals for bid documentation.

Scan in quotes and / or make a bid book and maintain organized files.

Document Control

Organize, format, and maintain all bid documentation, including subcontractor quotes, certifications, safety records, bonding information, and past project references.

Maintain up-to-date records of bid opportunities, submission status, and project awards.

Assist with printing, binding, and delivery of hard copy bids or online bids when required.

Organize bid folders and help with post-bid follow-up documentation.

Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination

• Distribute bid invitations and project documents to subcontractors and suppliers.

Internal Communication

Coordinate with the estimating team, project managers, safety, and legal departments to gather all required inputs for each bid.

Schedule internal bid reviews, walk-throughs, and submission approvals.

Communicate deadlines and deliverables clearly across teams.

Bid Opportunity Monitoring

Track and monitor opportunities on procurement portals such as DOT, municipal bidding platforms, and private client portals.

Log upcoming bids, deadlines, and potential projects for the estimating calendar.

Assist in entering the pursuits into our CRM platform.

DBE / GFE Compliance & Outreach

Manage Good Faith Effort requirements which include documentation, advertising and outreach.

Research and understand each pursuit and Agency's GFE / DBE / SBE requirements for the projects that we pursue.

Complete all Good Faith Efforts for all pursuits in a timely and organized manner. Manage the estimating team to ensure that GFE / DBE / SBE requirements are considered and complied with during the bidding and close-out process.

Attend Pre-bid and Outreach meetings as required.

Attend GFE / DBE / SBE Seminars and trainings.

Maintain DBE / SBE subcontractor / supplier database (SmartBidNet / Building Connected).

Assist with DBE compliance with ongoing projects as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Previous experience in construction administration, coordination, or similar experience.

Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Smartbid, Building Connected, Bluebeam, Cosential or similar).

Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

Excellent communication and ability to pivot quickly.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Additional Information :

Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.

The salary range for this position is between $60,000 - $95,000 per year depending on experience and / or education.

Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical, dental and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in an FSA or HSA. The Company also provides employer paid STD, LTD, basic life and AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, legal and identity theft protection.

These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES :

Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Job Locations US-CA-Suisun City

ID 2025-2847

Category Estimation

Type Full Time