MasTec Inc

Director of Estimating

Miami, FL

Full-time

About This Job

Overview:

The Director of Pre-Constructionposition is responsible for the firm’s pre-construction activities which include estimating, design management and project development. This position requires extensive estimating experince in commerical and industrial construction. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the management, leadership and mentorship of the estimating manager and team members and providing them the leadership, support and expertise regarding the bid management process, cost databases, estimating software and implementing/improving estimating practices. Additional responsibilities include pre-bid attendance, managing the project development team members, leading Client meetings, leading the design-management process as it relates to project development during pre-construction phase. The ideal candidate should have proven high level construction estimating experience, personnel management experience, design management experience as well as leadership and mentoring skills. This role will be responsible for the management, growth and development of the estimating department.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Founded in 1979, Lemartec is a national General Contractor / Construction Management Firm, and MasTec’s Vertical construction arm. As a MasTec company, we maintain international capabilities and strategic partnerships throughout the Americas and the Caribbean to service the most complex of projects within the industries we serve which include industrial, aviation, power, and large commercial. As a MasTec Company, Lemartec is able to serve our diversified customer base through a network of 22,000 professionals and subject matter experts in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction across over 400 locations throughout North America and the Caribbean. With experience working in all 16 disciplines of construction, we have the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale.

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:

Required skills include:

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Team leadership, management & mentorship, including managing remote teams

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Effective meeting leadership

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Organization & Communication

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Conceptual Budgets

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Design Development Budgets & Control Estimates

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Quantity Take-Offs

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Cost Analysis

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Construction Means & Methods

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Design management

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Value Engineering

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Project Scheduling

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Project approach/ Scope

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Maintaining accurate meeting minutes & other relevant project documentation

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Contract negotiations

Management:

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Develop, manage & mentor estimating department manager and employees, including employees working remotely

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Represent company management when presenting to potential clients, detailing Lemartec’s capabilities in connection with business development efforts.

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Close coordination with other company executives to help effectuate the firm’s strategic planning effort.

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Develop department protocol for best design management and estimating practices.

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Perform functions inherent to a manager/supervisory position through directing, planning, organizing, and coordinating.

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Attend technical and professional meetings and seminars as necessary.

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Responsible in identifying the Project Development and Estimating Department’s needs including resources and staffing allocation.

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Establish timelines and estimating goals for effective and timely submittals.

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Work to achieve the department objectives and ensure career path alignment for all department employees.

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Review and approve data submitted by staff including proposals, presentations, and contract negotiations.

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Collaborate closely with Lemartec’s Building Systems Department (BSD) on all related pricing efforts.

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Ensure quality of services provided by the estimating staff meets project requirements.

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Ensure effective communication and collaboration on estimates between all disciplines and parties.

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Provide risk and cost comparison analysis on estimates.

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Identify required tools and technology requirements to allocate in departmental budget.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

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Degree in construction management or related accreditation with a minimum of 15 years work experience within the construction industry.

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Minimum 10 years of experience in team leadership and management within the construction industry.

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Experience with utilizing the Ineight Estimating or Hard Dollar Software

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Additional education in continuing education courses, and other professional and technical training.

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High level of experience in estimating for large projects and extensive software knowledge

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Proven management experience, a history of leading, teaching, developing, and mentoring others successfully.

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Proven ability to manage multiple projects/activities in a dynamic fast pace environment.

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Must have project scheduling and document control experience.

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Superior communication, management and organization development skills.

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Demonstrate an expertise relative to constructability as applied to construction methods and materials, and the economics involved with advance knowledge of construction, construction management, and design-build construction obtained through a combination of experience and education.

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Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.

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Proficiency and production in Microsoft Project, P6 or equivalent, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, etc.), and estimating software; OnScreen TakeOff, Sage, Building Connect.

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

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Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase

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401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

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Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

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Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children

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Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

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Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave

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Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation

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Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

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Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

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Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage

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Emergency Travel Assistance Program

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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.

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