Mid-Senior Level Estimator

About the role

The Estimator is responsible for, but not limited to client engagement, reviewing bid documents, detailed and comprehensive quantity take-off, securing subcontractor and vendor pricing, preparing accurate cost estimates and bid documents for new and existing heavy civil construction and underground utility projects.

Company Overview

Saiia Construction Company LLC, a MasTec company, was founded by Sam Saiia as Birmingham Excavating Co. in 1946. The company now known as Saiia Construction is an industrial heavy civil contractor of choice for the power generation, mineral and aggregate mining, and pulp and paper markets. With over 630 pieces of construction machinery in its fleet, over 500 employees, and experience working in 11 states, Saiia Construction has the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale. As a MasTec Company, Saiia Construction is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across its renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to the company's culture and influence everything they do. MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for over 90 years with over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (ENR: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).

Responsibilities

• Review bid requirements to ensure all aspects of the project are documented and accounted for.
• Actively participating in project pre-bid meetings, site tours and bid review meetings.
• Cooky drawings and secure subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Identify, manage, and maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors, ensuring bids are completed accurately and timely.
• Report to the lead estimator the risks and special considerations of a project for profit evaluation.
• Prepare or assist the lead estimator with project schedule and work plan development.
• Review successful estimates with project developers and area managers prior to job commencement.
• Prepare or assist project manager in project budgets.
• Aid Project Managers with the preparation of project change estimates as required.
• Seek cost-effective methods of inclusion in estimating projects.
• Aid in preparation of bid package for subcontractor quotation.
• Performs additional assignments per Director of Pre-Construction’s request.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with all necessary technological tools, including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook with the ability to use other software as necessary.
• Proficiency in InEight, Hard Dollar, Bid Build, HeavyBid or similar construction estimating software.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera or similar construction scheduling software.
• Understanding of civil engineering design and construction methods and industry standards.
• Knowledge of mass grading and earthwork, stream restoration and rehabilitation, stormwater management, erosion control, and utility infrastructure requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to disseminate information effectively.
• Ability to pay attention to detail, good decision-making skills, and the ability to approach and handle problems strategically.
• Experience with job costing, scheduling and estimating contract changes.
• Ability to breakdown construction operations into a logical sequence of activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or related field preferred.
• Mid-Level Estimator - Minimum 3- 5 years
• Senior-Level Estimator - Minimum of 5+ years
• Project engineering/estimating experience on heavy civil construction projects including excavation and underground utilities.

Work Environment

Works in an office environment at the Corporate office or in the field. May be exposed to extreme temperatures in the field – hot and cold. May be exposed to chemicals, refuse and dirt from jobsites. Moderate noise levels. May be exposed to other risks associated with working around heavy machines, tools and trucks.

Licenses and Certifications

Must have and maintain a valid state issued Driver’s License with driving record that meets Saiia’s risk management guidelines.

Travel

This position travels to various site locations, estimated travel requirement 25% of time.