Senior Estimator (Civil/Structures)

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate takeoff and cost estimates for heavy highway roadway including earthwork, aggregates, underground and paving.
• Review, analyze and interpret contract documents for complete understanding of the work and owner deliverables to provide accurate, detailed cost estimates.
• Review opportunity pursuits and develop preliminary budget estimate and itemized summary for go/no-go evaluation.
• 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.

Requirements

• Highly knowledgeable in earthwork, underground drainage, sewer, watermain and general roadway construction.
• IDOT and/or INDOT experience is preferred.
• Precise attention to details and exceptionally organized.
• Highly motivated self-starter.
• Capable managing time for self and ability to prioritize and schedule efficiently.
• Limited travel will be required for pre-bids, site walks, owner meetings, home office, etc.
• Thrives in fast-paced environment with ability to deliver under deadlines.
• Proficient in Bid2Win or similar estimating software and exceptional Microsoft Office skills; Primavera P6, Bluebeam and AutoCad experience is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management and related field experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in heavy civil estimating.
• Extensive experience with earthwork and underground is required, PCC paving and concrete knowledge is a plus.

Skills

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

Benefits

Financial Wellbeing Compensation - Mid-Senior Estimator range - $140,000 - $185,000/year but could be flexible with additional experience in closing bids and leadership.
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

Pay

Mid-Senior Estimator range - $140,000 - $185,000/year but could be flexible with additional experience in closing bids and leadership

Schedule

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing.

Accessibility

If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com.

Disclaimer

MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software.