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Senior Estimator - Renewable Energy (Indianapolis or Fargo)

IEA Constructors, Legendary Hills, IN, United States


Overview As a

Senior Estimator ,

you'll play a

key role in delivering utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects across the U.S.

This role goes far beyond quantity takeoffs—you will lead large conceptual EPC bids, shape pricing strategy, evaluate risk, and coordinate directly with Directors, VPs, and Executives to build winning proposals.

Location:

This role can be located in our corporate Indianapolis, IN or Fargo, ND office, supporting projects nationwide while maintaining local stability and minimal job-site travel. The position gives you the opportunity to mentor junior estimators, collaborate across Engineering, Procurement, Scheduling, and Construction, and influence the pursuit of billion-dollar renewable infrastructure projects that support long-term U.S. energy needs.

Responsibilities

Perform complete conceptual estimates for large, complex EPC projects from receipt of bid package through final bid review, including: site visits, scope determination, material takeoff, input data into computerized estimating systems, questions to Owner/Engineer, and qualifications.

Manage the available bid time to ensure 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.

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.

Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of all aspects of construction estimating and consistently manage bid teams for large, complex projects.

Train and mentor Estimator I and Estimator II.

Mastery of technical estimating responsibilities, including lead responsibilities such as: site visits and jobsite exposure, understanding RFQ requirements, questions to owner/engineer, turnover of bid estimate to the field, etc.

Mastery of discipline-specific responsibilities including lead responsibilities such as: material takeoffs, comprehension of drawings and specifications, manhour analysis, understanding of material pricing, subcontracts, etc.

May be assigned as the Lead Estimator on estimates.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Education and Work Experience Requirements

Minimum of 7 years of estimating or project management experience in construction (EPC preferred).

Associate or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.

Utility‑scale solar, wind or battery energy storage estimation experience or estimation for large‑scale heavy civil construction projects highly desired, but not required.

Experience leading full bids and coordinating with vendors/subcontractors.

Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contract types, and RFP requirements.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills (working with cross‑functional teams, giving predictable and timely updates, drafting clear and concise technical questions and presenting logical estimates).

Ability to solve complex problems, lead cross‑functional stakeholders, and manage deadlines.

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.

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.

Knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management.

Knowledge of various contract types including Engineer, Procure, and Construct, Design Build, and Joint Venture.

What's in it for You Financial Wellbeing

Compensation $125,000–$175,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Annual Incentive Program (AIP).

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, Weight Management Drug Discount.

Discounted National Gym Membership Network.

Family & Lifestyle

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave.

Military Leave, including 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.

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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