Senior Estimator
Location
United States
Posted
70 days ago
Salary
$150K - $180K / year
Seniority
Senior
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Senior Estimator
Ragnar Benson, LLC
Overview Ragnar Benson Construction, a MasTec Company,, is hiring for an experienced Senior Estimator with an extensive estimating background in Bridges & Structures. The primary responsibilities of this role will include providing accurate takeoff and cost estimates for bridge work and other concrete and structural components such as foundations, drainage devices, culverts and retaining walls. **This position will be remote with 50% travel to any of our project locations. Depending on residing location, travel may be increased. Company Overview Ragnar Benson Construction is a full-service general contractor specializing in commuter rail, intermodal facilities, and ports. With almost 40 years of experience in the railway industry, we offer various delivery models, including general contracting, construction management, preconstruction, and design-build services. In addition, we specialize in constructing intermodal facilities, classification yards, mechanical repair facilities, fueling facilities, automobile marshaling terminals, and mainline capacity improvements. Focusing on innovation, safety, and environmentally-responsible construction, Ragnar Benson delivers quality work and service. Ragnar Benson 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, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor). Responsibilities - Participate in preconstruction efforts for design build or other alternative delivery projects Review opportunity pursuits and develop preliminary budget estimate and itemized summary for go/no-go evaluation - Review, analyze and interpret contract documents for complete understanding of the work and owner deliverables 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 - Ability to manage the bid process from start to finish and report to Executives for final close and sbumittal - Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure the availability of materials at competitive prices - Estimate labor and equipment requirements based on the project scope and schedule - Conduct site visits to assess project conditions and identify any potential risks or challenges - Evaluate soil conditions, environmental factors, and other site-specific concerns that could affect the cost and schedule of the project - 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. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree - Minimum 15 years of experience in heavy civil estimating - Extensive experience with bridges and structures is required - Experience with PCC paving is a plus, but not required - Precise attention to details and exceptionally organized - Highly motivated self-starter - Stay up-to-date with industry trends, pricing, and best practices - Contribute to the development of improved estimating techniques and processes 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 - $150,000 - $180,000/ 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 ceicareers@mastec.com. 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. 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 @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/. #LI-TM1 #LI-Remote #Dunnett Bay #Herlighy #Lorig #Granite #Kiewit #Helm #Constructors #IHC #construction #Stark #Excavating #OttoBaum #Laverdiere
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