Estimator III

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®

About the Role

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Estimator III to provide leadership, coordination, and final preparation of full estimates on large and complex work projects. In this role, you will interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

You will organize and plan estimate preparation, facilitating necessary meetings such as kick-offs, status updates, plan flips, and final reviews. Your work involves assigning and adjusting tasks to ensure complete and reliable estimates, incorporating all relevant information including contract documents, design team communications, tax laws, and permits. You will determine trade partner strategies, prepare invitations to bid, and obtain and review all relevant documents, including BIM. Additionally, you will promote collaboration for comprehensive scope and budget alignment, ensure the completion of changes from estimate reviews, and complete quantity surveys of materials and resources. Using your knowledge of project types and best practices, you will fill gaps in early design documents.

Hiring Process & Application

Please note that our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. 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.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

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.

Important Eligibility Notes

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. Candidates must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B, O-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Work location

Work model: On-site

1900, Curtis Street, Central Business District, Denver, Colorado, 80225, United States

Denver, Colorado

Key Responsibilities

check_circleOrganize, plan, and schedule estimate preparation for large and complex projects
check_circleDetermine trade partner strategy and prepare invitations to bid and budget
check_circleUse project knowledge to fill gaps in early design documents and ensure scope alignment
check_circleFacilitate necessary meetings including kick-offs, status updates, and final reviews
check_circleComplete quantity surveys of materials and resources for project costing
check_circleAssign and adjust work to ensure complete and reliable estimates are delivered
check_circleObtain and review all relevant documents including BIM and contract specifications
check_circleEnsure completion of changes resulting from estimate reviews and cost history analysis

Requirements

verifiedAssociate or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience
verifiedMinimum six years construction industry experience
verifiedProficient in using BIM, plans, and other project documents
verifiedMust be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical and prescription drug plans with no additional cost vision coveragecheck_circleDental plancheck_circle401k retirement plan with a generous company matchcheck_circlePaid time off, holidays, and other paid leavesEmployer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Bim, Estimating Techniques, Cost History Software, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management.

Education: Associate or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience; Associate or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience.

Frequently asked questions about Estimator III at Mortenson

What does a Estimator III at Mortenson do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Estimator III at Mortenson will organize, plan, and schedule estimate preparation for large and complex projects; determine trade partner strategy and prepare invitations to bid and budget; use project knowledge to fill gaps in early design documents and ensure scope alignment; and facilitate necessary meetings including kick-offs, status updates, and final reviews.

What are the requirements for this Estimator III role?expand_more

To qualify for the Estimator III at Mortenson position, applicants should have: Associate or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience; Minimum six years construction industry experience; Proficient in using BIM, plans, and other project documents; and Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Where is the Estimator III role at Mortenson located?expand_more

Estimator III at Mortenson is based in 1900, Curtis Street, Central Business District, Denver, Colorado, 80225, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Estimator III job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Mortenson has listed this Estimator III role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Estimator III role?expand_more

Estimator III at Mortenson typically requires 6+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.

What skills do you need for the Estimator III role at Mortenson?expand_more

Key skills for Estimator III at Mortenson include Bim; Estimating Techniques; Cost History Software; Civil Engineering; Electrical Engineering; and Construction Management.

What education is required for Estimator III at Mortenson?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Associate or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience; and Associate or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience.

What category does the Estimator III role belong to?expand_more

Estimator III at Mortenson is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.