About the job
Join a reputable and established commercial general contractor recognized for its commitment to excellence, safety, and integrity. We are currently in search of a Bid & Contract Coordinator to play a crucial role in our bid management and contract administration efforts. This essential position ensures that our projects initiate smoothly and comply with all necessary standards. This is a fully onsite role, vital for the meticulous preparation, submission, and documentation of bids, as well as the management of contract execution between subcontractors and owners.
Position Objective
The Bid & Contract Coordinator will take charge of bid preparation, manage estimating documentation, coordinate contracts with subcontractors and owners, and oversee compliance materials. This role is integral in ensuring that all deadlines are met, documentation is precise, and project startups are conducted efficiently, thereby safeguarding the company’s esteemed reputation from project inception to contract conclusion.
Key Responsibilities
Bid Management and Support
- Proactively monitor public bidding portals and networks for new opportunities.
- Maintain an RFQ tracking system and oversee estimating folders.
- Download, organize, and manage bid documents via platforms such as SmartBid, BuildingConnected, and PlanetBids.
- Prepare, notarize, and submit bid documents both electronically and in person.
- Coordinate bid bonds, builder’s risk insurance, and required bid securities.
- Organize and distribute subcontractor proposals, Invitations to Bid (ITBs), and addenda.
- Update and maintain subcontractor/vendor databases with current trade-specific information.
- Attend internal bid review meetings and keep comprehensive meeting records.
- Track and manage bid calendars to ensure all submission deadlines are met.
Subcontract and Owner Contract Administration
- Draft, issue, and manage subcontract agreements with necessary exhibits and attachments.
- Track negotiations, scope changes, and amendments from subcontractors.
- Gather and verify compliance materials (insurance certificates, licenses, bonds, safety plans).
- Receive Notice to Award (NTA) and initiate owner contract administration processes.
- Prepare owner contracts for executive review and signature.
- Coordinate the issuance of performance/payment bonds, builder’s risk insurance, and related certificates.
- Prepare and manage AIA documents for private sector projects.
- Maintain detailed contract files and logs to ensure audit readiness and project efficiency.
Compliance and Documentation
- Manage Good Faith Effort outreach documentation.
- Ensure timely completion of owner contract requirements (DVBE documents, safety plans, etc.).
