Junior Estimator

Junior Estimator

William Charles Construction, a MasTec Company, is hiring for a Junior Estimator with the primary responsibilities of this role to include providing document review and accurate quantity takeoff for heavy civil construction proposals. This position will work closely with the estimating staff and perform under their direction.

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).

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze and interpret contract documents for complete understanding of the work to perform accurate quantity takeoffs

• Develop subcontractor and supplier scope packages and perform detailed outreach to procure pricing coverage as required

• Coordinate with lead estimators and provide support as needed to include bidding assigned scopes of work

• Document management, collecting information and completing basic bid deliverable forms and subcontractor and supplier quotes

• Effective communication and interaction with clients, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers

• Company representation at pre-bids and site visits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management is preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
• Prior knowledge and experience with heavy civil construction is preferred
• Precise attention to details and exceptionally organized
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, pricing, and best practices

Work Environment:

• The role is primarily office-based and occasional site visits may be expected
• Occasional travel between our Illinois and Indiana offices may be expected
• Site visits may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and exposure to outdoor conditions

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• 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