Estimator II & III - Civil Construction

Mortenson Construction; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 92,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with generousMort

Paid time off and holidays

Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disable

No-Cost mental health tools and work‑l

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is seeking an Estimator II/III to lead and coordinate full estimates on large, complex projects. The role blends leadership with hands-on estimating, requiring BIM and data-driven decision making.

Ideal candidates will have a strong estimating background, experience with design and bid processes, and the ability to travel up to 20% for collaboration with trade partners and project teams. Denver, CO area location emphasized.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience
• Demonstrated positive, professional attitude and customer service skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Familiarity with estimating techniques and software
• Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently
• Proficiency in using BIM, plans and other project documents to quantify work
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Responsibilities

• Organize, plan, schedule and coordinate estimating activities to ensure complete and reliable estimates
• Facilitate kick-off, status updates, plan flips and final reviews
• Review and integrate project information, contracts, BIM models, permits and stakeholder communications
• Determine trade partner strategy and prepare Invitations to Bid
• Incorporate estimate feedback to ensure scope alignment and budget accuracy
• Fill gaps in early design documents using project knowledge
• Complete quantity takeoffs, surveys and material summaries
• Solicit trade partners, obtain bid estimates and create comparison sheets
• Assist in preparing RFP documents and schedules including schedule-driven items
• Support lead estimator with information from government and private entities
• Help manage Addendum log and customer/ client documents

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Leadership

Multitasking

BIM literacy

Plans interpretation

Estimating knowledge

Communication

Ability to travel 20%

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management

Tools

BIM

Estimating software

Cost history software

Job description

Estimator II & III

Mortenson is currently seeking an Estimator II & III that will provide interaction with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Estimator will provide leadership, coordination, and final preparation of full estimates on large and complex work projects.

SUMMARY

This position offers opportunities at both levels 2 and 3, 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

• Organize, plan, schedule, and coordinate estimating activities, including assigning and adjusting work to ensure complete and reliable estimates.
• Facilitate necessary meetings (kick-off, status updates, plan flips, final reviews)
• Obtain, review, and incorporate all relevant project information and documentation, including contract documents, BIM models, permits, tax requirements, and stakeholder communications.
• Determine trade partner strategy and prepare invitations to bid/budget
• Facilitate collaboration and incorporate estimate review feedback to ensure scope alignment and budget accuracy.
• Use knowledge of project type and best practices to fill gaps in early design documents
• Complete quantity takeoffs, surveys, and material/resource summaries.
• 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
• 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

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Proven ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Familiarity with building and estimating techniques and software
• Able to lead multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in using BIM, plans, and other project documents to quantify work
• Builds industry relationships and increases knowledge of all building systems
• Proven ability to lead teams of estimators on larger projects
• Demonstrated ability to use cost history software for micro (unit prices) and macro (building systems) level pricing
• Able to complete self-performed estimates, including general conditions, analyzing past project data for pricing
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Estimator II:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum three years construction industry experience

The base pay range for this role is $91,700 - $123,800

Estimator III:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum six years construction industry experience

The base pay range for this role is $109,300 - $164,000

(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%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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 conciergewith extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

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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

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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.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.