Senior Estimator (Battery Energy Storage)
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Overview This position will generally lead large conceptual EPC bids where experience plays a vital role in developing a good estimate. Senior Estimators report to the Director of Estimating. This position will be assigned to large projects with responsibility for all aspects of RFP requirements, winning proposal strategies, alternate contracting strategies and risk management.
Location & Travel Details: This is an onsite position based in one of our offices in Indianapolis, IN, Clinton, IN, Phoenix, AZ or Fargo, ND.
Company Overview
Wanzek Construction, IEA, and White Construction are part of the MasTec Renewables Group. Our companies have been in the renewable energy market from the beginning—and we leverage that experience to deliver more effective energy infrastructure solutions. Our 20+ years of renewable energy construction experience enables us to better understand the nuances and navigate the challenges within this dynamic and heavily regulated industry.
We embrace diverse perspectives not only with our employees but across all levels of our business—from suppliers, to community partners, to our clients. We’ve built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and ways of working into our organization. We collaborate across departments to foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to voice their ideas and leave an impact. We aim to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to be innovative leaders in our industry.
MasTec Renewables group is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s 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.
Responsibilities Listen to directions and suggestions from supervisors or other employees regarding safe and proper work practices, evaluate that information and implement a plan based on that evaluation for carrying out the duties of this position
Be motivated and work productively
Read and understand company policies and procedures and other literature and other documents applicable to assigned tasks
With regard to that portion of the work assigned, develop complete understanding of the applicable company policies and procedures and plan and execute the assigned work in accordance with those policies and procedures
Examine/inspect office conditions and/or procedures and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered
Inspect (subordinate's) work for accuracy and compliance with company's policies and procedures, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed
Produce quality work, meeting requirements of the company policies, procedures and industry standards
Identify work place hazards and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize them
Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warnings devices (. back-up alarms, smell of smoke, different color warning tags, warning sirens)
Work hours required to complete work assigned by established deadlines
Manage the available bid time to insure accurate and timely preparation of a complete estimate
Function as a team player; create an environment where other groups and individuals want to work with you
Perform complete conceptual estimates for large, complex EPC projects from receipt of bid package through final bid review, including: site visits, scope determination, MTO, input data into computerized estimating systems, questions to Owner/Engineer and qualifications
Utilize ability and experience to conceptualize portions of estimate
Organize and detail the estimate so that manhours can be properly applied, easily understood for review purposes, and efficiently turned over to the field personnel
When representing The Company to clients, engineers, vendors or competitors, always maintain the highest standards of professionalism, fairness, and ethical behavior
Through daily practice, carry out the spirit and intent Wanzek's Company Beliefs Perform entire conceptual estimates for large EPC, design build, general construction, and joint venture projects from receipt of bid packages through proposal to Owner
Senior Estimators have uniquely demonstrated an advanced knowledge of all aspects of Construction Estimating and consistently manage bid teams for large, complex projects
All Senior Level Estimators have the responsibility of training other employees in the estimating department
Responsibilities will include mastery of technical estimating responsibilities including lead responsibilities such as: Site visits and jobsite exposure
Scope determination Input into estimating software Understanding RFQ requirements
Questions to owner/engineer
Written clarifications to owner/engineer/estimators
Turnover of bid estimate to the field
Responsibilities will include a mastery knowledge of discipline specific responsibilities including lead responsibilities such as: Material Take Offs Comprehension of drawings and specifications
Manhour analysis Understanding of material pricing
Understanding of subcontracts
Understanding of strategies and variables
Understanding range of manhours
Providing field assistance
Standard coding support Lead Estimator Designation: When the Senior Estimator is designated as the Lead Estimator on an estimate, the following additional responsibilities will be required: Supervise and line out all people on the bid team, provide adequate information to team members and establish bidding schedule with deadlines
Assure successful kick off meetings, mid-bid reviews, and final reviews
Get the Regional VP of Operations involved if they are available
Review and understand owner provided specifications and documentation for all portions of the work and ensure the needed costs have been incorporated into the estimate
Perform final reviews at least two (2) days before bid due date
Review all work performed by team members
Critically analyze each aspect of the estimate to ensure a competitive bid
Apply appropriate labor rates and methods of construction based on provided information and expected site conditions
Explore options which could shorten the construction schedules and minimize indirects and construction equipment
Recognize risks and apply contingency and escalation when appropriate
Know when and how to capitalize on opportunities
Qualifications EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma plus related training or education equivalent to a Bachelor's degree
Minimum of 7 years of construction estimating experience Knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management
Knowledge of various contract types including EPC, DB and JV Experience in contract negotiations
Experience in working with a variety of vendors and clients
Experience in leading bids on a regular basis
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Take reasonable care of your own and others health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward The Company's Zero Injury principles
Read, analyze and interpret the most complex documents
Respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints
Use effective verbal and written communication skills
Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers rapidly and accurately
Compute rate, ratio and percent and draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style
Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups and/or boards of directors
What's 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 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.
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