Senior MEP Estimator I - Process Mechanical

Mortenson•Robbinsdale, MN

4d•$128,200 - $192,300•Hybrid

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Senior MEP Estimator I focused on process mechanical work, with experience on manufacturing projects involving advanced construction process methods such as clean room assembly, automation, and robotic assembly. The role leads estimating efforts to gather, calculate, and compile data for project estimates on large projects, and may manage multiple projects. This is a hybrid position based in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Nashville, Phoenix, Portland, Salt Lake City, or Seattle. The estimator leads estimate preparation and teams, coordinates estimate completion, develops trade partner strategies and budgets, and ensures comprehensive and reliable pricing. The position works with design teams on cost modeling and value analysis, manages margin plans and estimate presentations, and prepares or oversees self-performed work estimates. It also builds relationships across project teams and trade partners, coaches and mentors team members, and helps advance group capabilities. The role offers a base pay range of $128,200–$192,300, with higher ranges for certain office locations, and is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is not offered; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Estimating, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience.
At least nine years of construction industry experience.
Ability to successfully manage multiple large projects, demonstrate command of scope and budget, and lead estimator teams on complex work.
Proficiency in using BIM, plans, and other project documents to quantify work, and in identifying resources to guide design-phase teams in keeping projects on budget.
Knowledge of building systems, contract types, and other potential project impacts; ability to use industry relationships to increase knowledge, solve problems, and mitigate risk.
Ability to recognize risk and work with design-phase teams to mitigate it, with thorough understanding of pricing, self-performed work productivities, and data quality.
Ability to set target budgets and complete cost models using cost history software (Cortex), understand pricing impacts, and complete large, complex self-performed estimates, including general conditions.
Understanding of schedule and logistics impacts on estimates, and ability to advance group capabilities through initiatives and coaching less experienced team members.
Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor junior estimators, prepare deliverables, and present completed estimates to internal and external customers with command of scope and budget.
Understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices; positive and professional attitude; strong customer service, active listening, and communication skills.
Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans.
Detail-oriented, with ability to organize and manage multiple projects, tasks, and initiatives in support of company and group improvement, and expertise in building and estimating techniques and software.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Organize, plan, and schedule estimate preparation, leading estimator teams on large projects.
Facilitate estimate-completion meetings, assign work, and ensure estimates incorporate all relevant information and are reliable.
Prepare trade partner strategies, invitations to bid, and budgets; ensure complete pricing coverage and obtain relevant documents, including BIM materials.
Promote collaboration to align scope and budgets, and ensure changes discussed in estimate reviews are completed.
Conduct quantity surveys, determine site logistics and schedule requirements, and use cost history to inform scope and pricing.
Ensure estimates meet company and group margin goals; prepare and present margin plans; and manage Bid Day and estimate presentations.
Use Eos Cortex for cost modeling, value analysis, and target value delivery; perform cost studies and assist design teams.
Prepare or supervise self-performed work scopes, ensuring accurate pricing and appropriate allocation of costs, work hours, and quantities.
Build and maintain relationships with operations personnel, design partners, trade partners, and owners, and maintain industry knowledge.
Lead by example, coach and mentor team members, advance group capabilities, assist with software selection, and work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost
Dental plan
401(k) retirement plan with company 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