Estimator II (Electrical) at IEA Management Services
Indianapolis, IN
About the Job
Position Overview:
Responsible for gathering, calculating, and compiling data for use in estimates and preparing routine estimates under general supervision.
Location: This is an onsite position, which can be located at any of the following locations: Clinton, IN; Indianapolis, IN; 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:
- Prepare accurate quantity surveys and estimates for those divisions of the project as assigned
- Complete assignments in agreed upon time frame
- Solicit subcontractor and/or supplier quotations or scheduling input as required for the assignments
- Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness.
- Participate in plan review and estimate reviews for respective projects
- Assist in compiling historical cost data for projects
- Confirm list of subcontractors/suppliers proposing on the project
- Collaborate with Architects/Engineers to request clarifications or additional information
- Attend project meetings and perform site investigations as assigned
- Become familiar with all estimating software
- Lead Estimator Designation:
- When the Estimator II 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. Coordinate with appropriate other departments according to established policy.
- 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 according to established policy
- 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.
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Drafting & Estimating, Engineering, construction management, or equivalent experience
- Three years of estimating or project management experience
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
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficient in Estimating Software
- Read, analyze and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts or governmental regulations
- Effectively present information and respond to questions from project managers, superintendents, clients, customers and the general public
- Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume; ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
- Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
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
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.
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