Senior Construction Estimator I - Solar

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Estimator I to join our Solar group with the ability to 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.  The Senior Estimator will provide leadership, coordination, and final preparation of full estimates on large and complex work projects. 

Location: MN- Headquarters (onsite)

Travel: Quarterly project site visits 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead estimating efforts on large and complex projects 

• Provide conceptual, detailed, self-perform work estimates, and cost models 

• Organize, research, and strategically plan for estimate preparation, pricing, scheduling, and submission 

• Determine trade partners for bidding process and final estimate pricing 

• Assign work to estimating team and ensure accurate information is incorporated 

• Conduct quantity surveys, cost estimates, and review trade partner proposals 

• Research tax laws, collective bargaining agreements, and permits 

• Write and submit Requests for Information 

• Maintain regular communication with the estimating team, design phase, PV engineering and leadership 

• Ensure understanding of project scope and updates among team members and trade partners

• Research and analyze historical project data for current applications 

• 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 $128,200 - $192,300. (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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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.  

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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.