Junior Estimator

About the role

William Charles Construction, a MasTec Company, is hiring for an experienced Junior Estimator with an estimating background in heavy civil, highways and roadways.

Responsibilities

• Participate in preconstruction efforts for design build or other alternative delivery projects
• Review opportunity pursuits and develop preliminary budget estimate and itemized summary for go/no-go evaluation
• Review, analyze and interpret contract documents for complete understanding of the work and owner deliverables to provide accurate, detailed cost estimates
• Analyze historical data and use estimating software to calculate costs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor services
• Develop subcontractor and supplier scope packages and perform detailed outreach to procure pricing coverage as required
• Able to manage the bid process from start to finish and report to Executives for final close and submission
• Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure the availability of materials at competitive prices
• Estimate labor and equipment requirements based on the project scope and schedule
• Conduct site visits to assess project conditions and identify any potential risks or challenges
• Evaluate soil conditions, environmental factors, and other site-specific concerns that could affect the cost and schedule of the project
• Identify critical issues and develop risk exposure summary with associated cost impacts
• Provide creative and innovative thinking to analyze and develop strategy and value engineering solutions
• Effective communication and interaction with clients, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers
• Perform and review quantity takeoff comparisons to provide evaluation for accuracy and acceptance
• Work with scheduling staff and Operations to develop accurate and precise bid schedules
• Present complete and accurate estimates to ensure confidence in decision making
• Company representation at pre-bids and site visits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management and related field experience
• A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
• 5 years of experience in heavy civil estimating
• Precise attention to details and exceptionally organized
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, pricing, and best practices
• Contribute to the development of improved estimating techniques and processes

Benefits

Financial Wellbeing
Ongoing performance reviews and merit increases
401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Health & Wellness
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
Family & Lifestyle
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
Employee Assistance Program
Planning for the Unexpected
Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan

Schedule

The role typically involves a combination of office work and occasional site visits. Occasional travel between our Illinois and Indiana offices can be expected. Site visits may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and exposure to outdoor conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing during estimation tasks
• Occasional travel to job sites for project assessments

Accessibility

If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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