Senior Estimator - Manufacturing - Military Veterans
at Mortenson
As a Top 25 builder, developer, and EPC, 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. | Let's Redefine Possible®
Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to provide leadership, coordination, and final preparation of full estimates on large and complex advanced manufacturing projects related to semiconductors, batteries and solar modules. 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
Organization, flexibility, outstanding customer focus, and strong communication are critical in performing duties which include, but are not limited to:
- Leads teams of estimators on large projects
- Facilitate meetings necessary for the completion of estimate, including kick-off, status updates, plan flips, final reviews, etc.
- Assign work to ensure complete and reliable estimate incorporating all relevant information, including, but not limited to contract documents, communication with the design team and owner, tax laws, collective bargaining agreements, permits, and other regulatory requirements
- Prepare trade partner strategy and prepare an invitation to bid / budget, working with the project team to guarantee complete pricing coverage
- Obtain all relevant documents including BIM (Building Information Model) necessary to complete the quantity survey and to assist in the understanding of the project. Promote collaboration between all parties to ensure a complete understanding of scope that leads to comprehensive Scope and Budget Alignment
- Work with the estimating team to ensure a complete Quantity Survey of materials/resources required to complete the project
- Effectively works with estimating, project, and design teams to identify and mitigate risk to the project budget and margin
- Work with the project team to determine site logistic and schedule requirements and prepare general requirements estimate
- Prepares team and manages estimate presentation to design team and owner demonstrating complete command of scope and budget
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or similar or equivalent experience
- LEED AP, DBIA professional, preferred
- 9 years of construction estimating experience
- Experience developing cost estimates for large semiconductor/microelectronics fabrication facility projects ($200M+) utilizing Design-Build/EPC/CMAR project delivery method preferred
- Organized and detailed with proven ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple, complex projects
- Possess a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
- Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
- Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
- Applicable mathematical skills
- Proficient with building/estimating techniques and software: ISqFt, Winest/Bid2Win, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam/PDF, Google Earth
BENEFITS
Mortenson provides a comprehensive benefits program to team members and their families to support their health, build long-term financial security and provide the opportunity for work and life balance. Benefits offered to non-craft, non-union, full-time team members include:
- Medical and prescription drug plans - the choice between two affordable HSA-eligible medical plans that include vision coverage
- Dental plan
- 401k retirement plan with generous matching and profit-sharing contributions
- Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
- Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Employee assistance program and online mental health tool and concierge
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
- Gym Membership Discount Program
- Identity Theft Protection
Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
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.
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Minneapolis, MN
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At Mortenson, we’re builders at heart. As a top builder, developer, and EPC in the U.S., our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. With over 6,000 team members and $5.5 billion in annual revenue, we are working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.
Yet, working at Mortenson is much more than a job. We’ve received over 34 best workplace awards in the last five years and our team members inspire what’s possible every day – whether for our customers, our community, or our company.
We are fortunate to have Veterans who have brought their dedication, discipline, and leadership skills to Mortenson. This includes our Chairman and owner David Mortenson, a US Navy veteran. Their unique experiences and perspectives have enriched our company in countless ways and further our shared values to build for the greater good. Our Mortenson values echo many principles from the military:
· We value honesty and doing the right thing – even when no one is watching.
· We believe the world is what we make it and leadership capability is within all of us.
· We put others before ourselves and enable them to achieve their very best.
Veterans at Mortenson
Being a Veteran is a special badge of honor we greatly respect. We are committed to providing resources and support to help retired and transitioning active-duty service members achieve their career goals.
At Mortenson, Veterans will discover:
• An industry leading safety culture – we believe it is an obligation to work safe and our Zero Injuries safety program drives safety excellence with all of our team members
• A diverse, team-based environment focused on supporting the customer, building up our local communities and lifting others up to help them succeed
• Accredited apprenticeship programs – maximize GI Bill benefits to reduce Veteran out-of-pocket costs for continuing education
• A commitment to innovation and continuous improvement – including voices of team members in the field and ultimately making their jobs easier and safer
• Competitive pay and benefits
Through the Veteran’s Business Resource Group (BRG) at Mortenson, Veterans can connect and engage with other veterans and team members while developing their skills and gaining a unique connection to the company. The BRG provides Veterans the opportunity to:
· Create comradery and connections to enhance veteran leadership experience and capabilities
· Share stories, experiences and journeys during time of service
· Further the shared esprit de corps from our service to maximize the experience at Mortenson
· Work together to foster a work environment that is attractive to other veterans seeking employment in our industry
How to Apply
Start by checking out our open roles on the right side of this page to learn more and to apply. Once you click ‘Apply Now’, Mortenson will receive a notification with your information.
Please make sure you have an updated resume uploaded to your RecruitMilitary profile to be considered. Once we review your resume and profile, a Mortenson recruiter will reach out to you to provide more information and to schedule an interview if there is a potential fit with the open role.