What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Construction Staking Estimator position at Kier + Wright?
Summary
The Estimating Assistant provides administrative support to the estimating team by coordinating bid opportunities, organizing project documentation, and assisting with estimating and business development activities. This position is responsible for maintaining bid records, preparing bid documentation, coordinating compliance requirements, and supporting the estimating process from bid receipt through follow-up. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
ResponsibilIties
The Estimating Assistant provides administrative support to the estimating team by coordinating bid opportunities, organizing project documentation, and assisting with estimating and business development activities. This position is responsible for maintaining bid records, preparing bid documentation, coordinating compliance requirements, and supporting the estimating process from bid receipt through follow-up. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
ResponsibilIties
- Manage construction staking bid emails.
- Create project folders and file emails within the appropriate regional directories.
- Populate and maintain the bid calendar.
- Download project plans and bid documents.
- Complete and prepare bid forms.
- Coordinate OCIP, safety documentation, and HammerTech job compliance requirements.
- Conduct bid follow-up activities.
- Assist with contract reviews.
- Assist in organizing Business Development meetings.
- Attend Business Development events.
- Other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1–3 years of administrative or project coordination experience preferred.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Prolonged periods of sitting (up to 8 hours a day for office staff)
- Interacting with technology (computer, cellphone, etc.)
- Ability to lift and/or carry items ( up to 20 lbs.)
- Prolonged periods of standing/walking (field checks)
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions (field checks)
- Occasional travel e.g. driving to offices, jobsites, client meetings, etc.
- Great culture – Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work
- Competitive Pay ($25/hr - $35/hr DOE location)
- Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you family
- 401(k) and Profit Sharing
- Paid Holidays
- Generous PTO
- Free office snacks
- Much more!
Salary : $25 - $35