Senior Estimator (Civil/Structures)

Senior Estimator (Civil/Structures) Job Locations US-IN-Indianapolis | US-IL-Aurora | US-IL-Chicago | US-IL-Peoria | US-IL-Rockford | US-IL-Springfield Overview William 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 would be based in one of our local offices: Rockford IL, Indianapolis IN or Springfield, IL.* Company Overview 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. 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). Responsibilities 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 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 A combination of equivalent education and work experience may be considered 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 Must be 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. Thrive 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. Work Environment: The role typically involves a combination of office work and occasional site visits Occasional travel between our Illinois and Indiana offices can be expected Site visits may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and exposure to outdoor conditions Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs Prolonged periods of sitting or standing during estimation tasks Occasional travel to job sites for project assessments What's in it for you: 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 Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage Emergency Travel Assistance Program Group legal plan 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team. Service Line WCL-William Charles Construct #J-18808-Ljbffr