Chief Estimator

The Chief Estimator plays a critical role in the pre-construction phase of construction projects. This leadership position involves managing cost estimates and collaborating with various departments to provide guidelines of estimates for contract proposals and competitive bids.

The Chief Estimator is responsible for analyzing project specifications conducting site visits and developing detailed cost estimates. This role requires a strong understanding of construction processes excellent communication skills and the ability to lead a team of estimators.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Founded in 1987 MasTec Civil LLC (formerly known as Condotte America) is a heavy highway contractor specializing in the construction of complex transportation projects that include roadway bridges interchanges mass transit and tolling short we build the roads and bridges that connect our families our communities and our doing so client satisfaction is of primary importance to us and our record reflects our emphasis on understanding our client needs in order to exceed their expectations.

MasTecs Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $4 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building products manufacturers power generation facilities manufacturing plants; solar wind and thermal energy plants; buildings and infrastructure.

This candidate must be knowledgeable with different type of contract such as: design-build design-bid-build Lump Sum; and be familiar with clients such as: FDOT/Turnpike Miami Dade Expressway (MDX) or similar South Florida Water Management (SFWMD) city and county authorities.

Lead a team to manage and prepare bid package from start-end process including but not limited to: cost saving initiatives CPM scheduling Maintenance of Traffic Analysis bid strategy. After winning a bid the lead estimator will transfer all documentation make a presentation and assist the managerial team with buyouts value engineering and future change order analysis.

• Constantly review standard and specification updates from owner authority
• Full understanding of contract terms requirements drawings special provisions technical specifications etc.
• Build breakdown work activity with bid item and quantities
• Provide initial estimate (green sheet) to have a better understanding of the cost percentage per construction division.
• Create and analyze Risk Matrix and CPM Scheduling
• Keep tracking of request for information during bid process
• Study and review all estimating reports: equipment total hrs. labor total hrs. key indicators etc.
• Full review of bid submittal and lead presentation to executives before bid submittal
• Keep backups of all estimates
• Productivity analysis with similar jobs
• Maintenance of the Estimating software: labor equipment permanent material and construction material rate updates. Also the crew activity and bid item codebooks
• Be aware of global and local economy situation: inflation construction index price major commodities trending etc.
• Build and create relationship with subcontractors and suppliers
• Constantly look up for bid opportunities with current clients and new clients
• Participate in the estimating hiring process summer internship and mentoring young estimators
• Create budget for the awarded contract

• B.S. in Engineering or Construction Management degree. Minimum 15 years of experience in Heavy Civil: field position and at least 8 years estimating in the USA.
• Must have knowledge in FDOT bridge and roadway construction
• Savvy in foundations concrete structures cofferdam retaining wall temporary structural systems underground and utility work earthwork signalization roadway lighting and signing intelligent transportation system safety standards etc.

Software skills:

30-Hour OSHA training

Microsoft Office: outlook excel word power point

Scheduling software P6 Primavera

Heavy Bid from HCSS

Vista Accounting software

Bluebeam by REVU

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

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 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.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @ or @. If you suspect you are the target of a scam we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at 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.

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