Estimator I

Mortenson • Minneapolis, MN

3d

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking an Estimator I who will be responsible for 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.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience
• Detail orientation; proven ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Familiarity with building and estimating techniques and software
• Able to provide quantity survey and pricing for basic scopes of work
• Builds industry relationships and works to increase knowledge of all building systems
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Nice To Haves

• Construction industry experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare plan to ensure complete and reliable estimate incorporating all relevant information, including, but not limited to contract documents, communication with design team and owner, tax laws, collective bargaining agreements, permits and other regulatory requirements, etc. Completing the estimate in time allotted.
• Work with project team and estimating leadership to determine trade partner strategy and prepare invitation to bid / budget to guarantee complete pricing coverage.
• Obtain all relevant documents including BIM (Building Information Model) necessary to complete quantity survey and to assist in understanding of project. Promote collaboration between all parties to ensure complete understanding of scope that leads to comprehensive Scope and Budget Alignment.
• Work with Project Sponsor and Estimating Leaders to ensure estimate that meets company and group margin goals. Work with Project Team to prepare and present margin plan for approval by project and group leaders.
• Work with Estimating Leaders, project team and visit project sites to ensure proper allocation and reporting of costs, work hours and quantities to ensure reliability of cost data for use in future estimates.
• Exhibit strong work ethic, self-starter habits, resourcefulness and business judgement, using the principles of LeadBLU.
• Develop industry knowledge base – utilize all available resources, trade journals, conferences, work on projects, etc to develop and maintain knowledge of industry best practices, trends and challenges.

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees