Mortenson Construction

Estimator I

Mortenson Construction$78K — $98K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum one year in construction operations with exposure to materials management
  • Current driver's license
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Strong mathematical skills
  • Familiarity with estimating software and techniques like ISqFt and On-Screen Takeoff
  • Positive attitude with strong customer service skills

Responsibilities

  • Build comprehensive project estimates
  • Complete quantity take-offs and material summaries
  • Solicit trade partners for bid estimates and timelines
  • Organize and coordinate Request for Proposal documents
  • Determine pricing options for projects
  • Assist in data input for estimating software
  • Participate in project review meetings and site investigations

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug plans with vision coverage
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and paid leaves
  • Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance
  • No-cost mental health tool and work-life resources
  • Gym membership discount program
Full Job Description
Job Description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an Estimator I in our Power Delivery Services Group who will be responsible for gathering, calculating, and compiling data to produce project estimates; for smaller projects, this position will also prepare the full estimate. Strong communication skills are necessary as you will be interacting with staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment. Your ability to remain inventive, dedicated, and efficient with a high level of integrity and confidentiality is vital to your success in this role.

This position is located in our HQ - MN office

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Build Project Estimates


  • Complete quantity take-offs and summations of materials


  • Solicit trade partners, obtain bid estimates, and time projections for preparing vendor proposal comparisons and estimate summary sheets


  • Help in preparing, organizing, and coordinating Request for Proposal documents and schedules, utilizing schedule information to estimate General Contractor's and other items where schedule is important


  • Determine all pricing options and the appropriate price for the project


  • Support lead estimator in data input into estimating software program(s)


  • Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering


  • Participate in plan and estimate review meetings, other project review meetings, and site investigations, as needed


  • Support lead estimator in gathering information from local government and private entities that may affect project (i.e. permits, hearings, etc.)


  • Help manage Addendum log and documents from customers/clients


  • Provide direction to new Estimators and Engineers as they join the team


  • Solicit new bidders when needed, and collect necessary documents for inclusion in future projects


  • May provide training to other estimators and interns


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar or equivalent experience


  • Minimum one-year construction operations experience, including exposure to materials management and project operations


  • Current driver's license


  • Detail orientation sufficient to organize and handle multiple project tasks


  • Applicable mathematical skills


  • Familiarity with building/estimating techniques and software: ISqFt, ICE/Bid2Win, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam/PDF, Google Earth


  • Positive professional attitude, and strong customer service skills


  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies


A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage


  • Dental plan


  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match


  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves


  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance


  • No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources


  • Tuition reimbursement


  • Adoption Assistance


  • Gym Membership Discount Program


This position is located in our HQ - MN office

The base pay range for this role is $78,800 MIN - $98,500MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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Please make note:

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.


  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.


About Mortenson Construction

Mortenson Construction is a construction company that provides services in the areas of commercial, institutional, and energy construction. The company offers planning, design, and construction management services for various projects, including healthcare, education, sports, and entertainment facilities, as well as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power plants. Mortenson Construction serves clients in the public and private sectors, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as commercial and institutional clients. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Learn more about Mortenson Construction
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$5 billion

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