Established in 1936, Curran has grown into a premier contractor, known for its expertise in site development, excavation, mass grading, paving, and asphalt sales. With a strong presence across multiple industries—serving commercial, industrial, and government clients—Curran operates from four key locations: Crystal Lake, DeKalb, and Oswego, Illinois, as well as Merrillville, Indiana. 

For over 85 years, Curran has cultivated a reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality results on every project. This success is driven by an unwavering commitment to our core values: family, continuous improvement, integrity, partnership, and respect. These values form the backbone of our operations and have enabled us to maintain lasting relationships with clients, stakeholders, and communities alike. 

Job Summary: 

We are seeking a detail-oriented Bid Administrator to join our team in the construction industry. In this role, you will support the estimating department by assisting in the preparation and submission of accurate and timely information for bids. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines. This is a great opportunity for those looking to grow in construction estimating and project coordination. 

Duties & Responsibilities: 

-          Preparing Bidding Documents 

-          Reviewing and understanding bid requirements 

-          Ordering bid bonds 

-          Coordinating bid deliveries 

-          Solicitation of subcontractors 

-          Understanding DBE requirements of the project 

-          Order payment and Performance Bonds 

-          Execution and Review of contracts 

-          Complete prequalification packages from owners / General Contractors 

-          Assist contract administration during estimating slow periods 

-          Prepare subcontracts 

-          Prepare owner required paperwork 

-          Must be able to do some local travel by driving between job sites, office, and meeting locations 

-          Detail oriented with a focus in accuracy 

-          Comfortable utilizing Microsoft Office, as well as OneDrive 

-          Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex project documents 

-          Excellent communication abilities 

Education & Experience: 

-          High School Diploma or GED required. Associates Degree or higher preferred 

-          IDOT experience preferred 

-          Experience or familiarity with the construction industry preferred 

-          Experience with contract terms and construction build processes ideal 

Benefits & Additional Compensation: 

-          Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits 

-          Profit Sharing
 -         401(k) Plan with up to 5% employer match 

-          Leadership Development Coaching, Ongoing Training & Company Events

-          13+ Days PTO and 10 Paid Holidays 

The intended salary range for this role is 70-90k depending on skills and experience plus a target bonus of 10%. 

Curran Contracting Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, citizen status, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, martial status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited be applicable federal, state, or local employment laws or regulations in every location in which the company has facilities.