Mortenson Construction

MEP Estimator I - Electrical

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

Qualifications

  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Estimating, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
  • Preferred experience in the construction industry
  • Ability to perform quantity surveys for MEPT systems (Mechanical/Plumbing or Electrical/Technology)
  • Knowledge in specific scopes (M/P or E/T) is beneficial
  • Experience in contacting and negotiating with trade partners
  • Familiarity with equipment vendors for pricing and delivery schedules
  • Capacity to prepare budget breakdown forms for MEPT proposals

Responsibilities

  • Organize and plan estimating efforts including necessary meetings
  • Prepare accurate and comprehensive project estimates
  • Collaborate with project teams to establish trade partner strategies
  • Gather and analyze relevant project documents such as BIM
  • Conduct thorough quantity surveys of required materials/resources
  • Leverage cost history to inform pricing and productivities
  • Assist in preparing for Bid Day presentations to owners
  • Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and trade partners
  • Enhance industry knowledge through ongoing learning and resources

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plans with no-cost vision coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • 401k retirement plan with generous employer match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and various paid leaves
  • Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Access to no-cost mental health resources and concierge services
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities
  • Adoption assistance programs
  • Gym membership discounts
Full Job Description
Job Description

MEPT Estimator I

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a MEPT Estimator I - Electrical that will be responsible for leading estimating efforts of gathering, calculating, and compiling data to produce project estimates for a small or medium project or in support of a lead estimator on a larger project.

Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Organize, plan, and schedule for estimate preparation, facilitating necessary meetings


  • Prepare comprehensive and reliable estimates, incorporating all relevant information


  • Collaborate with project team and estimating leadership to determine trade partner strategy and prepare invitations to bid/budget


  • Obtain relevant documents, including BIM, to complete quantity survey and understand project scope


  • Ensure complete quantity survey of materials/resources required for the project


  • Utilize cost history to inform scope, pricing, and productivities


  • Work with Project Sponsor and Estimating Leaders to ensure estimates meet margin goals and prepare margin plan for approval


  • Prepare for and participate in Bid Day or presentation to owner


  • Build and maintain relationships with Operations Personnel, design partners, trade partners, and owners


  • Develop industry knowledge base through available resources, trade journals, conferences, and projects


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Estimating, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience


  • Construction industry experience preferred


  • Ability to perform quantity survey for a MEPT system (Mechanical/Plumbing or Electrical/Technology)


  • Gain knowledge and understanding of one scope (M/P or E/T)


  • Contact and scope trade partners for area of focus


  • Contact equipment vendors for pricing and delivery schedule


  • Prepare budget breakdown form for MEPT trade partner proposals on small projects


  • Build and maintain relationships with trade partners for focused area


  • Create list of potential trade partners for assigned projects


  • Awareness of potential code impacts due to new code adoption


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


The base pay range for this role is $78,800.00 MIN - $98,500.00 MAX. (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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  • 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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