Estimator

MasTec Communications Group•Anchorage, AK

19d

About The Position

MasTec Communications Group is a leading national infrastructure construction company operating throughout the United States. MasTec Communications Group performs both wireline and wireless communication services on a national scale. We are experts in cell tower construction, RF engineering, broadband fiber optic cable installation, OSP engineering, wireline construction, and emergency maintenance services. At MasTec you’ll be joining a family, where we are dedicated to supporting each other and building an atmosphere of teamwork. As part of our team, your opportunities are limitless. The Estimator is responsible for pre-construction planning, pre-bid attendance, bid management, and estimating activities. In addition, you will: Create, obtain, and evaluate all documents/data required for bidding, including specifications, scopes of work, architectural documents, site plans, soils reports, community guidelines, and all other pertinent documents that affect all costs of construction Work with suppliers, subcontractors, etc., in conjunction with Construction Managers, to facilitate bids, takeoffs, pricing, and proposals Work with architects, drafters, and engineers as required, to ensure building plans are accurately documented Participate in value engineering efforts and identify areas for improvement Document estimating and pre-construction activities, and keep team members informed Maintain RFI log and bid contact log for projects Work collaboratively with the construction team to ensure the scopes of work for each trade are clearly understood and adhered to by subcontractors Research and pre-qualify new vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers Administrative duties to field incoming calls, email, and other correspondence Create and manage project files Manage and update the online project management system Maintain subcontractor contact records for potential vendors and subcontractors Ensure company procedures and internal control requirements are met Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field, preferred
Minimum 3 years of experience in estimating/pre-construction
Experience and knowledge of construction industry practices, materials, methods involved, and the purchasing of services and supplies
Must be proficient with computers, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
Must be proficient in internet search techniques and online research
Detail-oriented and organized
Understanding of construction and design
Ability to read and understand building plans, scopes of work, specifications, and other construction documents
Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
Ability to work independently or as a member of a team

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field, preferred

Responsibilities

Create, obtain, and evaluate all documents/data required for bidding, including specifications, scopes of work, architectural documents, site plans, soils reports, community guidelines, and all other pertinent documents that affect all costs of construction
Work with suppliers, subcontractors, etc., in conjunction with Construction Managers, to facilitate bids, takeoffs, pricing, and proposals
Work with architects, drafters, and engineers as required, to ensure building plans are accurately documented
Participate in value engineering efforts and identify areas for improvement
Document estimating and pre-construction activities, and keep team members informed
Maintain RFI log and bid contact log for projects
Work collaboratively with the construction team to ensure the scopes of work for each trade are clearly understood and adhered to by subcontractors
Research and pre-qualify new vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers
Administrative duties to field incoming calls, email, and other correspondence
Create and manage project files
Manage and update the online project management system
Maintain subcontractor contact records for potential vendors and subcontractors
Ensure company procedures and internal control requirements are met
Other duties as assigned