Role Summary:
The Estimating Co-Op supports the estimating team by performing subcontractor outreach, assisting with bid coverage efforts, and handling administrative tasks that help ensure accurate and timely project estimates. This role provides hands-on exposure to the preconstruction bidding process in the construction industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Bid Coverage & Outreach: Conduct outbound coverage calls and emails to subcontractors and suppliers to solicit interest and maximize bid participation.
- Database Management: Maintain and update the subcontractor contact database, prequalification records, and active bid lists.
- Document Control: Assist estimators with preparing invitations to bid (ITBs) and distributing digital project plans, specifications, and addenda.
- Bid Tracking: Track subcontractor responses, document coverage status within estimating software, and follow up regarding deadlines or scope questions.
- Estimating Support: Assist with basic quantity take-offs, material pricing research, and entering subcontractor quotes into cost-comparison spreadsheets.
- Administrative Operations: Organize project files, maintain correspondence logs, and prepare progress reports for team meetings.
