MasTec

Located in Coral Gables, Florida MasTec operates as an infrastructure construction company. Founded in 1994, as a result of a merge between Burnup & Sims and Ch

Estimator II

Location

Washington

Posted

53 days ago

Salary

$79.7K - $119.5K / year

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree5 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

Estimator II

MasTec

• Prepare, develop, and maintain detailed cost estimates and bid documentation for Transmission & Distribution (T&D) and substation projects supporting BPA Master Service Agreement (MSA) scopes. • Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and customer requirements to develop accurate and competitive project estimates. • Travel to project sites to evaluate existing conditions, validate constructability, and support estimate accuracy. • Lead bid strategy discussions and support proposal development, pricing reviews, and customer presentations. • Coordinate with project management, engineering, procurement, and field operations teams during estimate development and project execution. • Monitor awarded contracts for scope changes, extra work authorizations, material impacts, credits, and other cost-related items. • Assist field personnel in identifying, developing, and recommending change orders and scope modifications as needed. • Ensure all bid submissions, customer deliverables, and presentation requirements are completed accurately and within established deadlines. • Identify potential construction risks, schedule impacts, and operational challenges, while recommending cost-effective solutions to minimize risk and improve project execution. • Support procurement planning by coordinating material pricing, vendor quotations, and subcontractor scopes. • Contribute to the continuous improvement of estimating methodologies, tools, processes, and reporting aligned with H&M Project Management practices. • Interface with internal and external stakeholders regarding planning, scheduling, reporting requirements, progress updates, and project coordination activities. • Prepare and present estimate summaries, project assumptions, risk assessments, and pricing recommendations to leadership and clients. • Maintain effective communication with clients, project teams, and leadership while demonstrating professionalism and influencing project outcomes through collaboration and technical expertise.

Job Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience estimating mid-sized utility infrastructure projects, with strong knowledge of Transmission & Distribution (T&D), substation construction, and utility industry practices.
  • Proficiency with computerized estimating and bidding software (i.e. B2W), as well as advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Working knowledge of project management principles and practices, including completion of H&M Project Management Methodology (PMM) training and/or formal project management coursework.
  • Strong analytical and complex problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate project risks, interpret technical documentation, and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
  • Effective communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate across operations, engineering, procurement, and client teams.
  • Ability to manage multiple estimates, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in cost development, documentation, and reporting.
  • Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
  • Minimum Experience: 5+ years of relevant estimating experience in utility, electrical, transmission & distribution, substation, or heavy civil construction projects.

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Paid time off

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