Bid Coordinator - Weeks Dredging

Weeks Marine, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off
United States, Louisiana, Covington
304 Gaille Drive (Show on map)
Jun 03, 2025
Requisition ID:176511 Job Level:Entry Level Home District/Group:Weeks Marine - Dredging Department:Business Development & Proposals Market:Corporate Home Office Employment Type:Full Time Position Overview The Proposal Coordinator is responsible for managing the Dredging Division's bid proposal processes by developing and executing all phases of same. This role requires the ability to meet deadlines, establish internal deliverables from the project team and provide detailed follow-through. This position also includes supporting the Estimating group with large, complex bids. District Overview Weeks, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, is an industry leader in dredging, providing turnkey services throughout North America. Dredging is vital to maintain our waterways, which keep our way of life moving, and to fortify our infrastructure and coastlines. Weeks provides a cohesive dredging services lifecycle, specializing in capital and maintenance dredging for deep or shallow draft navigation in addition to coastal restoration and protection. Location This position is based out of Covington, Louisiana. Responsibilities Responsible for coordinating prequalification sources sought and submittals, bid packages, bonding requirements, and other information required for bidding process Responsible for managing the RFP and RFI life cycle from drafting proposals and organizing binders to identifying and tracking required deliverables to proposals are completed and submitted by the client deadline Marketing and branding for conferences File Management Update CRM with current bids and update and track future opportunities through CRM Search for bidding opportunities Qualifications Qualifications * 2+ years of relevant experience preferred * Bachelor's or Associate's Degree preferred * Self-sufficient with minimal guidance, able to work on their own * Experience in defining, scheduling, and managing the proposal preparation process, including the ability to understand and analyze the details of an IFB/RFP/RFQ * Proficient skills in standard office software packages * Ability to work a 40-hour work week, M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., additional hours as needed Willingness and ability to travel required * This position requires fluent use of the verbal and written English language Other Requirements: Regular, reliable attendance Work productively and meet deadlines timely Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment. Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. May work at various different locations and conditions may vary. We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.