Estimator II–III: Lead Large-Scale 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

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.