Estimator

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Estimator I for our Structured Cabling Group to provide leadership, coordination, and final preparation of full estimates on large and complex work projects. Excellent communication skills are necessary as you will be interacting with staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment. Your ability to remain flexible, inventive, dedicated, and efficient with a high level of integrity and confidentiality will be vital to your success. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead team members, including direction, training, mentoring, and performance evaluation of estimators 
• Lead estimating efforts on difficult projects 
• Provide conceptual, detailed, and self-perform work estimates, and cost models 
• Organize, research, and plan for estimate preparation, pricing, scheduling, and submission 
• Choose subcontractors for bidding process and determine final estimate pricing 
• Provide work assignments to estimating team, ensure accurate information in final estimate 
• Write and submit Requests for Information 
• Maintain regular communication with team members, owners, architects, and engineers 
• Ensure understanding of project scope and updates for team members and subcontractors 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar or equivalent experience 
• 6+ years of estimating experience (construction, telecom/cabling estimating experience preferred)
• Proficient with building/estimating techniques and software (i.e.: WinEst, ISqFt, ICE/Bid2Win, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam/PDF, Google Earth) 
• Organized and detailed with ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple, complex projects 
• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices 
• Positive professional attitude, and strong customer service skills 
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills 
• Applicable mathematical skills 
• Current driver’s license 
• Ability to travel approximately 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