Estimator II & III

Mortenson•Denver, CO

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an Estimator II or III to provide leadership, coordination, and final preparation of estimates for large and complex projects. The position involves working with staff at all levels in a changing environment while remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, efficient, and professional. Candidates may apply at either level based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation depends on factors including experience and location. The Estimator organizes and coordinates estimating activities, gathers and reviews project documentation, develops trade partner strategies, completes quantity takeoffs, and supports estimate reviews and proposal preparation. The role also involves collaborating with trade partners and project stakeholders, applying knowledge of project types and building systems, and supporting the lead estimator with project-related information and documentation. The position may require travel up to 20%. Visa sponsorship is not offered; applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience.
Minimum three years of construction industry experience for Estimator II.
Minimum six years of construction industry experience for Estimator III.
Positive and professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
Ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
Familiarity with building and estimating techniques and software.
Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency in using BIM, plans, and other project documents to quantify work.
Ability to build industry relationships and increase knowledge of building systems.
Proven ability to lead teams of estimators on larger projects.
Ability to use cost history software for micro-level (unit prices) and macro-level (building systems) pricing.
Ability to complete self-performed estimates, including general conditions, and analyze past project data for pricing.
Ability to travel up to 20%.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Organize, plan, schedule, and coordinate estimating activities, assigning and adjusting work to ensure complete and reliable estimates.
Facilitate kick-off meetings, status updates, plan flips, and final reviews.
Obtain, review, and incorporate project information and documentation, including contract documents, BIM models, permits, tax requirements, and stakeholder communications.
Determine trade partner strategy and prepare invitations to bid or budget.
Facilitate collaboration and incorporate estimate review feedback to support scope alignment and budget accuracy.
Use knowledge of project types and best practices to fill gaps in early design documents.
Complete quantity takeoffs, surveys, and material and resource summaries.
Solicit trade partners and obtain bid estimates and time projections for vendor proposal comparisons and estimate summary sheets.
Help prepare, organize, and coordinate Request for Proposal documents and schedules, using schedule information to estimate General Contractor and other schedule-driven items.
Support the lead estimator in gathering information from local government and private entities that may affect a project, such as permits and hearings.
Help manage addendum logs and documents from customers or clients.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost
Dental plan
401(k) retirement plan with a 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 work-life resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Gym membership discount program
Incentive plan eligibility