Estimator
US$79,000 – US$124,000 / yr base salary
Posted 6 Aug 2026
Advertised as “Estimator I and II-PDS”
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- Expected experience
- 1+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Hybrid
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
| Base salary | US$79,000 – US$124,000 / yr |
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Field of studyCivil Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Estimating, Mechanical Engineering (or related)
Study levelAssociate degree or higher
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking an Estimator I & II to join our Power Delivery Team, who will be responsible for gathering, calculating, and compiling data in order to produce project estimates; for smaller projects, this position will also prepare the full estimate.
This position offers opportunities at both levels I and II, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build Project Estimates
- Complete quantity take-offs 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 items where schedule is important
- 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
QUALIFICATIONS
- 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
ESTIMATOR I
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar or equivalent experience
- Minimum one-year construction operations experience, including exposure to materials management and project operations
- The base pay range for this role is $78,800 - $98,500