Senior Estimator - Bridge & Highway Construction

MasTec • Columbia, SC

72d • $145,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

MasTec Civil is hiring a Senior Estimator to assist in the growth of the North Carolina/South Carolina infrastructure market! This individual should have a minimum of 10 years of estimating experience + a minimum of 3 years of field experience in Heavy Civil Construction, specifically in roadway work such as: earth movement, drainage, clearing & grubbing, grading, roadway bases, channel excavation, retaining walls, water main, force main, etc. You should also be knowledgeable in contract delivery methods: design-build, design-bid-build, Lump Sum, etc., and contract experience with: NC/SCDOT/turnpike, cities/counties, and airport authority. This candidate must be a self-motivated person, willing to collaborate with peers, mentor young engineers, and constantly strives to identify problems and solutions.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Heavy Civil - roadway/highway/bridge experience preferred.
• Strong preference to be located in North or South Carolina.
• B.S. in Engineering or Construction Management degree.
• Possess high work values, integrity, and ethical standards.
• Possess great focus to meet and exceed company requirements and expectations.
• Possess good organization skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have knowledge in bridge and roadway construction.
• Savvy in North Carolina/South Carolina soil (rock/clay), foundations, concrete structures, temporary structural systems, underground and utility work, earthwork, signalization, roadway lighting and signing, intelligent transportation system, safety standards, etc.
• Knowledgeable in design-build and design-bid-build contracts with NC/SCDOT and Turnpike Enterprises.
• Teaching and mentoring skills.
• Software Skills: 30-Hour OSHA training, Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Scheduling software, P6 Primavera, Heavy Bid from HCSS, Vista Accounting software, Bluebeam by REVU, AutoCAD- Civil 3D, MicroStation, AGTEK.

Responsibilities

• Understand bid items, basis of estimate, skills to identify errors and discrepancies in plans, and specifications, and solutions.
• Wide understanding of reading plans, specifications, request for proposal, request for information, addendums, technical special provisions, etc.
• Build green sheet estimate, breakdown activity structure, construction schedule, and risk matrix analysis.
• Create job budget for awarded contracts.
• Understand bid strategy, cost savings initiative, and management skills.
• Perform accurate, and within the time frame quantity takeoffs.
• Capable to individually estimate an entire job.
• Study and review all estimating reports: equipment total hrs., labor productivity rates, key indicators, equipment balance analysis, etc.
• Constantly review updated NC/SCDOT Standards and Specifications.
• Full review of bid submittal package, and lead estimating discussion with company executives.
• Obtain clarifications on plans and specifications from owner or engineer of records.
• Coordinate and invite suppliers and subcontractors to quote different scope of work.
• Analyze suppliers and subcontractor pricing.
• Build and strengthen subcontractor and supplier relationships.
• Complete understanding of unit cost analyses.
• Assist in pre-bid meetings and bid submittals.
• Keep updated information regarding commodity trade prices.
• Keep looking at construction technologies and techniques.
• Maintain continued education in construction: assist in engineering conventions, forums, etc.
• Continue communication with field personnel (project engineer, superintendent, foreman, fleet manager, etc.) to track and adjust as necessary unit costs.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary negotiable - $145k + annually, commensurate with experience; 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees