Bid Coordinator
Listed on 2026-09-16
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Business
Estimator
About Us
We are one of the largest commercial electrical contractors in New York City, offering design-build solutions for government agencies, utilities, and private enterprises. We specialize in outdoor electrical construction and maintenance solutions, ranging from intelligent transportation systems (ITS) to fiber optic networks to power systems and more.
Job SummaryWelsbach Electric islooking for an organized, detail-minded Bid Coordinator to keep our estimating group running smoothly.
You’llbe the backbone of the bid process — setting up each job,keeping ourtrackingand calendars current,chasing down documents and amendments, and making sure nothing slips through the cracks before a bid goes out. This is a busy role with a steady flow of bids each week, so good follow-through matters.
What You’llDo (Per Bid)
- Set up new estimates in our tracking sheets and bid calendar; assign estimate numbers and keep dates current
- Order and organize contract documents, drawings, and specs (set up network folders and bid books)
- Manage GC quote logs and invitations, and follow up with GCs to confirm who’sbidding
- Handle pre-qualification packages, bid bond requests, and insurance review paperwork
- Download and distribute amendments asthey’reissued; keep Dropbox and bid books up to date
- Check plan holder lists weekly and helpfinalizebid documents and online pricing entries with the estimators
- Update tracking sheets with final numbers once a bid is submitted
What You’llDo (Ongoing)
- Maintain andsubmitthe weekly bid list
- Process estimating and engineering payroll weekly
- Manage the Welsbach bids inbox — route amendments,and invitations to the right people
- Build prequalification packages andsubmitrequests for bids
- Keep website accounts, contact lists, and the estimating records room in order
- Help with takeoffs when needed
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years
in a construction, estimating, or office coordination role (electrical/construction ) - Strong organization skills and the ability to juggle several bids at once
- Comfortable with Excel, Outlook, and document/file management (Dropbox, network folders)
- Clear communicator who follows through and meets deadlines
- Familiarity with bid portals, bonds, or prequal paperwork is a plus —we’lltrain the right person
- Experience with Accubidestimating software
is a plus
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with biding systems or public agency bids (DOT, DEP, MTA)
- Knowledge of bond system and FOIL requests
- Hands-on experience with Accubid(Anywhere or Pro)
- Familiarity with electrical core & shell and private (privatized) work across NYC, Northern NJ, and Long Island
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