Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior MEP Estimator I - Electrical that will be responsible for leading estimating efforts of gathering, calculating, and compiling data to produce project estimates for large projects, and may also manage multiple projects. This is a hybrid position and must be based in one of these locations: Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Nashville, Phoenix, Portland, Salt Lake City, or Seattle RESPONSIBILITIES Organize, plan, and schedule estimate preparation, leading teams of estimators on large projects Facilitate meetings for estimate completion, assign work, and ensure reliable estimates incorporating all relevant information Prepare trade partner strategy, invitations to bid, and budgets, ensuring complete pricing coverage and obtaining relevant documents, including BIM Promote collaboration for comprehensive scope and budget alignment, ensuring completion of changes discussed in estimate reviews Conduct 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 and estimate presentations Utilize Eos Cortex for 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 and proper allocation of costs, work hours, and quantities Build and maintain relationships with operations personnel, design partners, trade partners, and owners, and maintain industry knowledge base Lead by example, coach and mentor team members, advance group capabilities, assist in software selection, and effectively work with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels QUALIFICATIONS Associate or Bachelor's degree in Estimating, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience Minimum nine years construction industry experience Able to manage multiple large projects successfully, exhibiting complete command of the scope and budget, and leading teams of estimators on complex work Proficient in using BIM, plans, and other project documents to quantify work, and identifying resources to provide quality guidance during the design phase to keep projects on budget Knowledgeable in all building systems, contract @types, and other potential impacts to the project, using industry relationships to increase knowledge, problem-solve, and mitigate risk Recognizes risk and works with design phase teams to mitigate it, with a thorough understanding of pricing, productivities for self-performed work, and maintaining data quality Sets target budgets and completes cost models using cost history software (Cortex), understanding impacts to pricing, and completing large, complex self-performed estimates, including general conditions Understands and factors into estimates impacts related to schedule and logistics, consistently advancing group capabilities through involvement in initiatives and coaching less experienced team members Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor junior Estimators, effectively preparing deliverables and presenting completed estimates to internal and external customers with complete command of scope and budget Possesses understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices, with a proven positive and professional attitude, strong customer service skills, and active listening and effective communication Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans, with the Detail-oriented; proven ability to organize and manage multiple projects, tasks, and initiatives in support of company and group improvement, with expertise in building and estimating techniques and software 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 visioncoverage 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 concierge with extensive work-life resources Tuition reimbursement Adoption Assistance Gym Membership Discount Program The base pay range for this role is $125,000 - $187,500. (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. #LI-BS1 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. Let's Redefine Possible 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. Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
