Experienced Estimator

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an Experienced Estimator that will be responsible for leading estimating efforts of gathering, calculating, and compiling data to produce project estimates for multiple projects, as well as providing support for large projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organize, plan and schedule for estimate preparation.
• Ensure complete Quantity Survey of materials / resources required to complete the project - Use knowledge of project type and construction best practices to “fill in the gaps” in early design documents to ensure a complete and thorough estimate that reflects the total scope of work necessary.
• Work with project team to determine site logistic and schedule requirements and prepare general requirements estimate
• Utilize cost history to inform scope, pricing, productivities, etc.
• 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 to prepare for, participate in and manage Bid Day or presentation to owner
• Electronically file appropriate documents. For commercial projects archive in Eos Cortex and Estimate Change Log.
• Cost modeling, value analysis and target value delivery
• Self-Performed Work expertise – prepare or supervise preparation of all self-performed work scopes utilizing appropriate levels of detail and TCH (Task Code History) to accurately price the work.
• Cost History, 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.
• Build and maintain relationships with Operations Personnel, design partners, trade partners and owners during estimate and beyond.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience
• Minimum six years construction industry experience
• Detail orientation; proven ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Familiarity with building and estimating techniques and software
• Able to lead multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to use BIM, plans and other project documents to successfully quantify the work.
• Builds industry relationships and works to increase knowledge of all building systems
• Proven ability to lead teams of estimators on larger projects.
• Demonstrated ability to use cost history software in pricing work at micro level (unit prices) as well as macro level (building systems).
• Able to complete self-performed estimates, including general conditions, effectively analyzing data from past projects to price.
• Understands impacts of schedule and logistics on an estimate and effectively includes those impacts in estimates.
• Advances the capabilities of team members through involvement in group and company initiatives, and through coaching and mentoring of less experienced team members.
• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Able to effectively prepare deliverables and present completed estimates to internal and external customers with complete command of scope and budget
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to travel up to 20%

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25 hours / week)

• 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

The base compensation range for this role is the base pay range for this job is $106,600 - $159,900. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

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Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• 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.). Unless specifically stated in the job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.