Chief Estimator

MasTec Civil•Charlotte, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Estimator plays a critical role in the pre-construction phase of construction projects. This leadership position involves, managing cost estimates, and collaborating with various departments to provide guidelines of estimates for contract proposals and competitive bids. The Chief Estimator is responsible for analyzing project specifications, conducting site visits, and developing detailed cost estimates. This role requires a strong understanding of construction processes, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a team of estimators. COMPANY OVERVIEW: Founded in 1987, MasTec Civil, LLC (formerly known as Condotte America) is a heavy highway contractor specializing in the construction of complex transportation projects that include roadway, bridges, interchanges, mass transit, and tolling facilities. In short, we build the roads and bridges that connect our families, our communities, and our nation. In doing so, client satisfaction is of primary importance to us and our record reflects our emphasis on understanding our client needs in order to exceed their expectations. MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $4 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building products manufacturers, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants; solar, wind, and thermal energy plants; buildings, and infrastructure.

Requirements

B.S. in Engineering or Construction Management degree. Minimum 15 years of experience in Heavy Civil: field position, and at least 8 years estimating in the USA.
Must have knowledge in FDOT bridge and roadway construction
Savvy in foundations, concrete structures, cofferdam, retaining wall, temporary structural systems, underground and utility work, earthwork, signalization, roadway lighting and signing, intelligent transportation system, safety standards, etc.
Software skills:
30-Hour OSHA training
Microsoft Office: outlook, excel, word, power point
Scheduling software, P6 Primavera
Heavy Bid from HCSS
Vista Accounting software
Bluebeam by REVU

Responsibilities

This candidate must be knowledgeable with different type of contract such as: design-build, design-bid-build, Lump Sum; and be familiar with clients such as: FDOT/Turnpike, Miami Dade Expressway (MDX) or similar, South Florida Water Management (SFWMD), city and county authorities.
Lead a team to manage and prepare bid package from start-end process including but not limited to: cost saving initiatives, CPM scheduling, Maintenance of Traffic Analysis, bid strategy. After winning a bid, the lead estimator will transfer all documentation, make a presentation, and assist the managerial team with buyouts, value engineering, and future change order analysis.
Constantly review standard and specification updates from owner authority
Full understanding of contract terms, requirements, drawings, special provisions, technical specifications, etc.
Build breakdown work activity with bid item and quantities
Provide initial estimate (green sheet) to have a better understanding of the cost percentage per construction division.
Create and analyze Risk Matrix and CPM Scheduling
Keep tracking of request for information during bid process
Study and review all estimating reports: equipment total hrs., labor total hrs., key indicators, etc.
Full review of bid submittal, and lead presentation to executives before bid submittal
Keep backups of all estimates
Productivity analysis with similar jobs
Maintenance of the Estimating software: labor, equipment, permanent material and construction material rate updates. Also, the crew, activity, and bid item codebooks
Be aware of global and local economy situation: inflation, construction index price, major commodities trending, etc.
Build and create relationship with subcontractors and suppliers
Constantly look up for bid opportunities with current clients and new clients
Participate in the estimating hiring process, summer internship, and mentoring young estimators
Create budget for the awarded contract

Benefits

Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
Employee Assistance Program
Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan