Estimator I or II - Structured Cabling

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

7h • $78,800 - $123,800 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking an Estimator I or II – Structured Cabling to join our team. This role will be responsible for gathering, calculating, and compiling data in order to produce project estimates for small to medium projects and/or provide support to Lead Estimators on larger projects. This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 or 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Estimating, Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline, or equivalent field experience
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Applicable mathematical skills
• Familiarity with building/estimating techniques and software: ISqFt, ICE/Bid2Win, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam/PDF, Google Earth
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to travel 20%
• 1+ year of construction operations experience, including exposure to materials management and project operations (for Estimator I)
• 3+ year’s of construction operations experience, including exposure to materials management and project operations (for Estimator II)

Responsibilities

• Create Project Estimates
• Complete quantity takeoffs 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 schedule-driven items
• 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 gather necessary documents for inclusion in future projects
• Will provide training to other estimators and interns

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree