Junior Estimator

Saiia Construction Company LLC a MasTec company is currently hiring for a Junior Estimator to join our team!

The Junior Estimator is responsible for reviewing technical documents calculating earthwork quantities determining material and subcontract requirements and assisting estimators on potential site development projects.

Company Overview

Founded by Sam Saiia as Birmingham Excavating 1946 the company now known as Saiia Construction is an industrial heavy civil contractor of choice for the power generation mineral and aggregate mining and pulp and paper markets. With more than 630 pieces of construction machinery in our fleet over 500 employees and experience working in 11 states we have the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale. As a MasTec Company we are poised for continued growth and an exciting future!

MasTecs Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue providing construction services across industrial renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our industrial expertise includes building products manufacturers decarbonization power generation facilities manufacturing plants and infrastructure we specialize in general heavy civil construction underground utilities structures electrical work material production roadways bridges specialty pavement overlays environmental projects and commercial buildings. Our renewables sector focuses on solar wind and battery storage. 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 35000 employees and 400 offices nationwide we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

• Read and evaluate project drawings and specifications to compile a detailed quantity take off for all bid items included in the project scope of work.
• Converting project drawings or civil engineer CAD files to 3D CAD models for earthwork calculations.
• Calculate different earthwork quantities (Mass Excavation Over-excavation cut/fill) structural excavation structural backfill and related excavation material.
• Update project takeoff per engineer issued addendums and clarifications.
• Area take-offs of the project (slopes flats etc.).
• Plotting and coloring detailed maps to distinguish between different pay quantities.
• Develop detailed volume reports and cut/fill maps for multiple project phases using earthwork software.
• Maintain take-off spreadsheets for organizing material description and quantities back up of work and summary of the project.
• Maintain a log of all bid plans specifications and revisions.
• Upload manage and distribute bid documents through a company file transfer protocol (FTP) website.
• Prepare and manage RFQs to vendors and sub-contractors.
• Review construction notes to quantify the scope of work and specs.
• Performs additional assignments at the Director of Preconstructions request.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associates degree in CAD or equivalent work experience in a construction environment is preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to read and process documents such as contracts and subcontracts statistical reports operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read and fully understand project drawings blueprints specifications and RFQs
• Ability to produce routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written verbal or diagram form.
• Ability to plot and scan drawings and other documents on company printers or plotters.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Proficiency in computer programs such as Word Excel etc.
• Skill in managing multiple projects with precision and speed.
• Basic understanding of pricing terms.
• Ability to maintain job or task focus in pressured or time-sensitive situations.
• Detail oriented and self-motivated.
• Must be willing to work overtime if required.
• Proficient in AutoCAD computer-aided drafting software.
• Working knowledge in AGTEK earthwork software.
• Understanding of Geotechnical and soil reports.

Whats in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 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 Weight Management Drug Discount

• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave including 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 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 Companys 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 MasTecs policy to comply with all applicable state federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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