Senior Construction Estimator I - Solar

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

20h • $128,200 - $192,300 • Onsite

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Estimator I to join our Solar group 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 Senior Estimator will provide leadership, coordination, and final preparation of full estimates on large and complex work projects.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar or equivalent experience
• Minimum nine years construction industry experience (preferred experience in renewables, utilities, electrical contracting, large construction)
• Six years construction estimating experience preferred
• Organized and detailed with proven ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple, complex projects
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, leadership skills, and possess a builder mindset
• Applicable mathematical and cost analysis skills
• Proficient with building/estimating techniques and software: Excel, ISqFt, Bid2Win, Bluebeam, Google Earth, PowerPoint
• Current driver’s license
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating efforts on large and complex projects
• Provide conceptual, detailed, self-perform work estimates, and cost models
• Organize, research, and strategically plan for estimate preparation, pricing, scheduling, and submission
• Determine trade partners for bidding process and final estimate pricing
• Assign work to estimating team and ensure accurate information is incorporated
• Conduct quantity surveys, cost estimates, and review trade partner proposals
• Research tax laws, collective bargaining agreements, and permits
• Write and submit Requests for Information
• Maintain regular communication with the estimating team, design phase, PV engineering and leadership
• Ensure understanding of project scope and updates among team members and trade partners
• Research and analyze historical project data for current applications
• Assist in project scheduling
• Lead, train, mentor, and manage estimators, including periodic feedback and performance evaluations

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: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree