Estimator II

About This Role

This Estimator II role involves gathering, calculating, and compiling data to produce project estimates. For smaller projects, this position will also be responsible for preparing the full estimate.

Responsibilities

• Create project estimates
• Complete quantity takeoffs and summations of materials
• Solicit trade partners, obtain bid estimates and time projections for preparing vendor proposal comparisons and estimate summary sheets
• Help in preparing, organizing, and coordinating Request for Proposal documents and schedules, utilizing schedule information to estimate General Contractor's and other schedule-driven items
• Determine all pricing options and the appropriate price for the project
• Support lead estimator in data input into estimating software program(s)
• Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering
• Participate in plan and estimate review meetings, other project review meetings, and site investigations, as needed
• Support lead estimator in gathering information from local government and private entities that may affect project (i.e. permits, hearings, etc.)
• Help manage Addendum log and documents from customers/clients
• Provide direction to new Estimators and Engineers as they join the team
• Solicit new bidders when needed, and gather necessary documents for inclusion in future projects
• Provide training to other estimators and interns

Requirements

• Associate’s or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience
• Minimum three years’ construction operations experience, including exposure to materials management and project operations
• Current driver’s license
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Applicable mathematical skills
• Familiarity with building/estimating techniques and software: ISqFt, ICE/Bid2Win, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam/PDF, Google Earth
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
• 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.

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

Important Details

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

About the Company

Mortenson is a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) company, with expertise spanning markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. They are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.