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Estimator I - Civil

Mortenson Construction
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2026

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an Estimator I with our Energy Storage Group who will be responsible for gathering, calculating, and compiling data to produce project estimates; for smaller projects, this position will also prepare the full estimate. Strong communication skills are necessary as you will be interacting with staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment. Your ability to remain inventive, dedicated, and efficient with a high level of integrity and confidentiality is vital to your success in this role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Build Project Estimates

  • Complete quantity take-offs and summations of materials

  • Solicit trade partners, obtain bid estimates and time projections for preparing vendor proposal comparisons and estimate summary sheets

  • Help in preparing, organizing, and coordinating Request for Proposal documents and schedules, utilizing schedule information to estimate General Contractor's and other items where schedule is important

  • Determine all pricing options and the appropriate price for the project

  • Support lead estimator in data input into estimating software program(s)

  • Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering

  • Participate in plan and estimate review meetings, other project review meetings, and site investigations, as needed

  • Support lead estimator in gathering information from local government and private entities that may affect project (i.e. permits, hearings, etc.)

  • Help manage Addendum log and documents from customers/clients

  • Provide direction to new Estimators and Engineers as they join the team

  • Solicit new bidders when needed, and collect necessary documents for inclusion in future projects

  • May provide training to other estimators and interns

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar or equivalent experience

  • Minimum one-year construction operations experience, including exposure to materials management and project operations

  • Current driver's license

  • Detail orientation sufficient to organize and handle multiple project tasks

  • Applicable mathematical skills

  • Familiarity with building/estimating techniques and software: ISqFt, ICE/Bid2Win, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam/PDF, Google Earth

  • Positive professional attitude, and strong customer service skills

  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies

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 $78,800 - $98,500. (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.

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  • 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.

  • 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.


Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

 

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