Junior Estimator

Clean Energy & Infrastructure Services; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

William Charles Construction, a MasTec Company, is seeking a Junior Estimator with heavy civil estimating experience to deliver takeoffs and cost estimates for railways, foundations, drainage, culverts and walls.

The role involves preconstruction support, contract review, and bid development. Office-based with occasional site visits across Illinois and Indiana, you will work with procurement to ensure material availability and risk management.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in heavy civil estimating.
• Ability to review contract documents and produce accurate estimates.
• Experience with takeoffs, cost estimation, and bid development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary budgets and itemized summaries for go/no-go decisions.
• Review contract documents to provide detailed, accurate cost estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost calculations for labor, materials and equipment.
• Develop subcontractor and supplier scopes and procure pricing coverage.
• Manage the bid process from start to finish and present to executives.

Skills

Estimating

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Overview

William Charles Construction, a MasTec Company, is hiring for an experienced Junior Estimator with an estimating background in heavy civil, highways and roadways. The primary responsibilities include providing accurate takeoff and cost estimates for railways and other concrete and structural components such as foundations, drainage devices, culverts and retaining walls.

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. We have expertise in heavy civil construction, environmental management, and mining and materials production to help customers complete complex projects. William Charles Construction is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment.

MasTec is a minority-owned Fortune 500 company with over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide. We offer flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

Responsibilities

• Participate in preconstruction efforts for design-build or other delivery projects; review opportunities and develop preliminary budget estimates and itemized summaries for go/no-go decisions.
• Review, analyze, and interpret contract documents to provide accurate, detailed cost estimates.
• Analyze historical data and use estimating software to calculate costs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• Develop subcontractor and supplier scope packages and perform detailed outreach to procure pricing coverage as required.
• Manage the bid process from start to finish and report to executives for final close and submission.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure the availability of materials at competitive prices.
• Estimate labor and equipment requirements based on project scope and schedule.
• Conduct site visits to assess project conditions and identify risks or challenges.
• Evaluate soil conditions, environmental factors, and other site-specific concerns affecting cost and schedule.
• Identify critical issues and develop a risk exposure summary with cost impacts.
• Provide creative and innovative thinking to analyze and develop strategy and value engineering solutions.
• Communicate effectively with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Perform and review quantity takeoff comparisons to ensure accuracy and acceptance.
• Work with scheduling staff and operations to develop accurate bid schedules.
• Present complete and accurate estimates to support decision making.
• Represent the company at pre-bids and site visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management, or related field experience; a combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 5 years of experience in heavy civil estimating.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to stay up-to-date with industry trends, pricing, and best practices.
• Ability to contribute to the development of improved estimating techniques and processes.
• Work Environment: office work with occasional site visits; occasional travel between Illinois and Indiana offices.
• Physical Requirements: ability to lift up to 25 lbs; prolonged periods of sitting or standing; occasional travel to job sites.

Benefits

• Financial Wellbeing: merit-based increases, 401(k) with company match, ESPP, and flexible spending accounts.
• Health & Wellness: medical, dental, and vision insurance with family coverage options; telehealth and prescription drug plan.
• Family & Lifestyle: paid time off, holidays, bereavement leave, military leave with differential pay.
• Planning for the Unexpected: disability and life insurance options, voluntary life, accident, critical illness coverage, travel assistance, and group legal plan.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: for accommodations in the employment process, contact [e-mail].

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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