Estimator I

Summary:

Join the team committed to crafting inspiring spaces and developing new ways to build. Mortenson is currently seeking dynamic and motivated individuals with the ability to work well with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, inventive, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Responsibilities:

Organization, flexibility, excellent customer focus, and strong communication are critical in performing duties which may include:

Providing pre-construction support

• Lead the submittal and request for information (RFI) processes for specific definable features of work (DFW), utilizing PMA and other Project Connect programs completely to closure

• Evaluate project design and engineering documents, handling their organization and distribution to necessary parties

• Perform project-specific tasks in preparation of Pre-Mobilization Kickoff meetings

• Compile, contact, and arrange for short-form subcontracts with local entities at the project site

• Assist in drafting subcontracts and purchase agreements

Leading all aspects necessary for construction support

• Manage the quality assurance and quality control process as delineated in the Project Quality Plan

• Coordinate DFW prep meetings, initial inspections, follow-up inspections, and punch list final inspections

• Handle mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination drawings, shop, and as-built drawings

• Coordinate creation of lift and formwork drawings

Administering closeout processes

• Compile turnover documentation for specific DFW and transfer to customer per the project specific quality and TSO plan

• Assist Project Engineer and Project Manager with getting contract documents closed out with subcontractors and suppliers

• Support the final inspections and punch list process with the customer for specific DFW responsibilities

Other duties as assigned, including:

• Participation in project safety audits and championing Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program

• Scheduling

Project Assignment:

New hires may be placed in one of the following businesses / industries: 

• Civil Operating Group

• Energy Storage Group

• Solar and Emerging Renewables Group

• Wind Energy Group

Additional Information:

Get ready to join an exciting and ever-changing industry and work with best-in-class teams to deliver the highest possible quality service to our customers. Placement will be based on the overall needs of the organization. We are currently seeking individuals to join us in 2026.

Required Qualifications:

Build your career with Mortenson. We look forward to hearing from you if you:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, by summer 2026.
• Applicable mathematical skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have previous related internship experience

• Have achieved a minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0

• Have a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices

• Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative and leadership

• Showcase a positive and professional attitude and exemplary customer service skills

• Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple

   

The base compensation range for this role is $71,100-$99,900. This position is eligible for a potential annual bonus. Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skill and experience with consideration given to internal equity.   

Mortenson provides a comprehensive benefit 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 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 concierge with extensive work-life resources 

• Tuition reimbursement  

• Adoption Assistance   

• Gym Membership Discount Program   

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.