Estimator, Engineering, Civil Engineering

Overview

Ragnar Benson Construction, a Mas Tec Company, is hiring for an experienced Mid‑Senior Estimator with an extensive estimating background in bridges and structures.

Remote with 50% travel to project locations. Travel may increase depending on residence.

Ragnar Benson Construction is a full‑service general contractor specializing in commuter rail, intermodal facilities, and ports. With almost 40 years of experience in the railway industry, we offer various delivery models, including general contracting, construction management, preconstruction, and design‑build services. We also specialize in intermodal facilities, classification yards, mechanical repair facilities, fueling facilities, automobile marshaling terminals, and mainline capacity improvements. Focusing on innovation, safety, and environmentally responsible construction, Ragnar Benson delivers quality work and service.

Ragnar Benson is part of Mas Tec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE I) business segment that generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue across renewables, industrial, infrastructure and general building. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture.

Mas Tec is a minority‑owned Fortune 500 company with over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, offering flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. One of the largest construction firms in the country.

• Participate in preconstruction efforts for design‑build or other alternate 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 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.
• Manage the bid process from start to finish and report to executives for final close and submission.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure availability of materials at competitive prices.
• Estimate labor and equipment requirements based on 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 cost and schedule.
• 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.
• Effectively communicate and interact 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.
• Represent company at pre‑bids and site visits.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management, or related field experience; education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in heavy civil estimating.
• Extensive experience with bridges and structures required.
• Experience with PCC paving is a plus.
• Precise attention to detail 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.

• Combination of office work and occasional site visits.
• Occasional travel between Illinois and Indiana offices.
• Site visits may require personal protective equipment (PPE) and outdoor conditions.

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing during estimation tasks.
• Occasional travel to job sites for project assessments.

Financial Well‑being

• Compensation: $150 000 – $180 000 / year (flexible with additional experience…