Senior Estimator I - Structured Cabling

Mortenson Construction; Minnesota; On-site; USD 128,200 - 192,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan with a generous matching

Paid time off

Medical and dental plans

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is seeking a Senior Estimator I to lead estimating efforts in complex projects within the Structured Cabling Group. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in Construction Management or Engineering, along with over six years of estimating experience. Exceptional communication skills and leadership qualities are essential for interacting with all project stakeholders.

Benefits include medical plans, a 401k with matching, and paid time off. This position offers a base pay range of $128,200 to $192,300 annually.

Qualifications

• Requires proficiency in building and estimating techniques.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills are essential.
• Ability to travel approximately 20% is needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor estimating team members.
• Organize and plan for estimate preparation and submission.
• Maintain regular communication with project stakeholders.

Skills

Estimating

Construction Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Leadership

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

6+ years of estimating experience

Tools

WinEst

On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

Google Earth

Job description

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
• 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

The base pay range for this role is $128,200- $192,300. (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.

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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

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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.