Senior Estimator I

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

1d • $128,200 - $192,300 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Estimator 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. This position can be based in one of the following locations: Denver, CO; Minneapolis, MN; Salt Lake City, UT; Phoenix, AZ; Chicago, IL; or Milwaukee, WI. The final location will be determined by candidate preference and business needs.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar or equivalent experience
• Minimum nine years construction industry experience
• Six years construction estimating experience
• 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
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• LEED AP, DBIA professional, preferred

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 subcontractors 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 subcontractor proposals
• Research tax laws, collective bargaining agreements, and permits
• Write and submit Requests for Information
• Maintain regular communication with team members, owners, architects, and engineers
• Ensure understanding of project scope and updates among team members and subcontractors
• Research and analyze historical project data for current applications
• Assist in selecting building systems and software programs
• Assist in project scheduling
• Lead, train, mentor, and manage estimators, including 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