Hybrid Senior Electrical MEP Estimator - Lead Projects

Mortenson; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with a generous 


Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an MEP Estimator III - Electrical to lead estimating efforts for multiple projects. Hybrid position based in one of regional offices including Minneapolis; responsibilities include gathering data, preparing bid documents, and coordinating with trade partners.

The role requires a bachelor's or associate degree in estimating or a related field, at least six years' construction experience, proficiency with BIM and cost history tools, and travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years construction industry experience.
• Experience leading estimator teams on large projects.
• Familiarity with building and estimating techniques, software, and BIM for quantifying work.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Organize, plan, and schedule estimate preparation and assign work.
• Ensure complete and reliable estimates incorporating all relevant information.
• Determine trade partner strategy, prepare invitations to bid, and obtain relevant documents including BIM.
• Conduct complete quantity surveys, determine site logistics and schedule requirements, and utilize cost history to inform scope and pricing.
• Ensure estimates meet company and group margin goals, prepare and present margin plans, and manage Bid Day or presentations to owners.
• Provide cost modeling, value analysis, and target value delivery, performing cost studies and assisting design teams.
• Prepare or supervise preparation of self-performed work scopes, ensuring accurate pricing.
• Build and maintain relationships with operations personnel, design partners, trade partners, and owners.
• Collaborate with team members, participate in group estimating meetings, and develop industry knowledge base.
• Advance group capabilities through involvement in initiatives and coaching less experienced team members.
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Customer service

Active listening

Problem solving

Travel up to 20%

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Estimating, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

BIM

Cost history software

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an MEP Estimator III - Electrical to lead estimating efforts for multiple projects. Hybrid position based in one of regional offices including Minneapolis; responsibilities include gathering data, preparing bid documents, and coordinating with trade partners.

The role requires a bachelor's or associate degree in estimating or a related field, at least six years' construction experience, proficiency with BIM and cost history tools, and travel up to 20%.