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Construction Estimator I & II - Solar

Mortenson · Minneapolis, MN · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagement$79k–$99k/yrFull-time

Location: MN – HQ (onsite)
Travel: Minimal up to two project site visits per year

About the role

This position offers opportunities at both levels I and II, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation 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

Estimator II Minimum Qualifications

  • 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

Pay

  • Estimator I base pay range: $78,800 – $98,500
  • Estimator II base pay range: $91,700 – $123,800
    • Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO (5%), Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR (10%), Washington, D.C. (12.5%)
  • Base pay is positioned within the range based on knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity
  • Eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug plans that include 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

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