Senior Estimator (Civil/Structures)

Senior EstimatorWilliam Charles Construction, a MasTec Company, is hiring for an experienced Senior Estimator with extensive estimating background with heavy civil, highways and roadways.Civil Heavy Highway Estimator duties include providing accurate takeoff and cost estimates for heavy highway roadway including earthwork, aggregates, underground and paving.This position is ideally based in one of our local offices: Rockford IL, Indianapolis IN or Springfield, IL. A remote/hybrid arrangement is available with the right experience preferably with Indiana or Illinois DOT experience. Depending on residing location, travel may be increased.With more than a century of exceptional work on our resume, William Charles Construction remains guided by the pursuit of excellence. Our "Do it Right the First Time" work ethic has been the cornerstone of our business philosophy since 1892. With our broad background in heavy civil construction, environmental management, and mining and materials production, we have the expertise to help our customers complete their most complex projects.William Charles 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 our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).ResponsibilitiesReview, 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 impactsProvide creative and innovative thinking to analyze and develop strategy and value engineering solutions.Effective communication and interaction with clients, engineers, subcontractors and suppliersPerform and review quantity takeoff comparisons to provide evaluation for accuracy and acceptanceWork with scheduling staff and Operations to develop accurate and precise bid schedulesPresent complete and accurate estimates to ensure confidence in decision making.Company representation at pre-bids and site visitsQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management and related field experienceMinimum 5 years of experience in heavy civil estimatingExtensive experience with earthwork and underground is required, PCC paving and concrete knowledge is a plusA combination of equivalent education and work experience may be considered REQUIREMENTSHighly knowledgeable in earthwork, underground drainage, sewer, watermain and general roadway construction. IDOT and/or INDOT experience is preferredPrecise attention to details and exceptionally organizedHighly motivated self-starterMust be capable managing time for self and ability to prioritize and schedule efficientlyLimited travel will be required for pre-bids, site walks, owner meetings, home office, etc.Thrive in fast-paced environment with ability to deliver under deadlinesProficient in Bid2Win or similar estimating software and exceptional Microsoft Office skills; Primavera P6, Bluebeam and AutoCad experience is a plusExcellent analytical and mathematical skills.Work Environment:The role typically involves a combination of office work and occasional site visitsOccasional travel between our Illinois and Indiana offices can be expectedSite visits may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and exposure to outdoor conditionsPhysical Requirements:Ability to lift up to 25 lbsProlonged periods of sitting or standing during estimation tasksOccasional travel to job sites for project assessmentsWhat's in it for you:Financial WellbeingCompensation - Mid-Senior Estimator range - $140,000 - $185,000/ year but could be flexible with additional experience in closing bids and leadershipOngoing performance reviews and merit increases401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)Health & WellnessMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and childrenDiabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet InsuranceFamily & LifestylePaid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement LeaveMilitary Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits ContinuationEmployee Assistance ProgramPlanning for the UnexpectedShort and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismembermentVoluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverageEmergency Travel Assistance ProgramGroup legal planPosition may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. 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