[Hiring] Senior Estimator @Ragnar Benson, LLC

Role Description

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.

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.

Requirements

• 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 submittal.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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).
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance.
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave.
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 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.