Estimating Manager

Mortenson

27d • $152,700 - $229,100

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking an Estimating Manager with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Estimating Manager will ensure the preparation of full estimates on a wide scale of project types and complexity levels.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum eight years of proven estimating experience, including working knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control, and material pricing
• Experience reading and understanding engineering drawings, contracts, cost coding systems, etc.
• Organized and detailed with proven ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple, complex projects
• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Applicable mathematical skills
• Proficient with building/estimating techniques and software: ISqFt, ICE/Bid2Win, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam/PDF, Google Earth
• Current driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• LEED AP, DBIA professional, preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate full estimate preparation, review, and communication
• Prepare accurate quantity surveys and estimates for assigned project areas
• Assist with compiling historical cost data
• Review project documents for potential conflicts and constructability questions
• Lead plan and estimate reviews
• Collaborate with architects and engineers for clarification or additional information
• Provide baseline unit pricing with well-organized estimate details
• Establish margin and contingency plans with Construction Executives and/or Chief Estimator
• Create and review internal general conditions cost estimates
• Develop, prepare, and review value analysis estimates

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree