Estimating Coordinator - Los Angeles

Estimating Coordinator

At Baker Electric we are energized by truly living our values - Team Builders, Relentless Follow Through, All-In, and Care for Others. When our team members work together with these things in mind, we do great things both individually and as an organization. Being an employee-owned company shows our drive for sustainable, long-term growth while enhancing the lives of our team members.

Summary

The Estimating Coordinator will assist with coordinating projects and paperwork in support of producing and assembling accurate bids. The Estimating Coordinator's primary responsibility is to keep projects in order, up-to-date, and accurate to ensure and enhance the profitability of the department. This position may also include establishing and maintaining working relationships with vendors and subcontractors. This is a non-exempt position that is an individual contributor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Estimators with bids from the initial setup to final closeout of the bid process.
• Upload and download bid-related files from internet.
• Organize, label and electronically file documents into SharePoint and Accubid.
• Ensure information released to Estimators and Project Management is complete, accurate and well organized.
• Utilize and maintain estimating software, such as, Building Connected and Bid Board.
• Support and maintain the CRM tool for Estimators and Sales staff.
• Coordinate information needed to be included in preparation of proposals and prequalification packages.
• Review and identify key points within RFQ's/RFP's.
• Coordinate and request required Bid Bonds when requested.
• Assist when needed to prepare project bid packages, including completing bid documents, envelopes, forms, etc. when necessary.
• Proofread and assemble final proposal and bid submission for owners.
• Promote and maintain a professional and cooperative relationship with all clients and company personnel.
• Call and email Vendors for quotes, qualifications, and other information as requested.
• General assistance to accounting, estimating and construction staff.
• Perform overtime work as required and special projects as needed.

Experience, Education

• 1-3 years of administrative experience required (professional or internships)
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required, bachelor's degree a plus
• Construction industry experience a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
• Proven ability to learn or utilize Engineering programs or relatable CRM/Cloud based software like Salesforce
• Proven ability to keep a positive attitude and organized mindset in a fast-paced changing environment

At Baker, we are proud to be an employee-owned company. When you join, you will have the opportunity for a great career and the financial benefits of being an owner. Through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), eligible employees can become part owners of the company. Instead of just receiving a paycheck, you will be given shares of the company's stock over time. As the company prospers, the value of these shares can increase, providing you with a potential wealth-building opportunity in addition to a competitive compensation package. The ESOP will enable you to share the company's success and growth.

PAY TRANSPARENCY: The starting salary for this opportunity range is listed. Other rewards may include annual bonus eligibility based on company and individual performance, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. Baker provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, an Employee-Owned Program (ESOP), paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). A candidate's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. Please note that the compensation information is a good-faith estimate for this position. It assumes a rate based on location and experience.

Baker Electric is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer / Disability / Veteran.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, a Baker Recruiter will contact you directly from our organization with a @baker-electric.com email.