Estimator I

2 weeks ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Mortenson Construction Full time

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

Organize, plan and schedule for estimate preparation.

  • Facilitate meetings necessary for completion of estimate, including kick off, status updates, document reviews, final reviews, etc.
  • Prepare plan to ensure complete and reliable estimate incorporating all relevant information, including, but not limited to contract documents, communication with design team and owner, tax laws, collective bargaining agreements, permits and other regulatory requirements, etc. Completing the estimate in time allotted.
  • Work with project team and estimating leadership to determine trade partner strategy and prepare invitation to bid / budget to guarantee complete pricing coverage.
  • Obtain all relevant documents including BIM (Building Information Model) necessary to complete quantity survey and to assist in understanding of project. Promote collaboration between all parties to ensure complete understanding of scope that leads to comprehensive Scope and Budget Alignment.
  • Ensure completion of changes discussed in estimate reviews.
  • Ensure complete Quantity Survey of materials / resources required to complete the project - Use knowledge of project type and construction best practices to "fill in the gaps" in early design documents to ensure a complete and thorough estimate that reflects the total scope of work necessary.
  • Work with project team to determine site logistic and schedule requirements and prepare general requirements estimate
  • Utilize cost history to inform scope, pricing, productivities, etc.
  • Work with Project Sponsor and Estimating Leaders to ensure estimate that meets company and group margin goals. Work with Project Team to prepare and present margin plan for approval by project and group leaders.
  • Work with Estimating Leaders to prepare for, and participate in, Bid Day or presentation to owner
  • Electronically file appropriate documents. For commercial projects archive in Eos Cortex and Estimate Change Log.
  • Assist with cost modeling, value analysis and target value delivery as needed and directed by estimating leadership
  • Prepare self-performed work estimates utilizing appropriate levels of detail and TCH (Task Code History) to accurately price the work.

Cost History

  • Work with Estimating Leaders, project team and visit project sites to ensure proper allocation and reporting of costs, work hours and quantities to ensure reliability of cost data for use in future estimates.
  • Work with Estimating Leaders and Company Cost Historian to record final estimate and, upon project completion, final costs using Eos Cortex for use in cost modeling and in setting targets for future projects.
  • Maintain communication with project leadership throughout the project to learn challenges and opportunities encountered to inform future estimates.
  • Build and maintain relationships with Operations Personnel, design partners, trade partners and owners during estimate and beyond.

Works in collaboration with other team members

  • Exhibit strong work ethic, self-starter habits, resourcefulness and business judgement, using the principles of LeadBLU.
  • Actively participate in and prepare topics for group estimating meetings and other company meetings as needed.
  • Assist in group / company initiatives as needed.
  • Develop industry knowledge base - utilize all available resources, trade journals, conferences, work on projects, etc to develop and maintain knowledge of industry best practices, trends and challenges.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience
  • Construction industry experience preferred
  • Detail orientation; proven ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks
  • Familiarity with building and estimating techniques and software
  • Able to provide quantity survey and pricing for basic scopes of work
  • Builds industry relationships and works to increase knowledge of all building systems
  • Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
  • Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
  • Ability to travel up to 20%

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 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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