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Estimating Manager

Mortenson
MN, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Jan 2026
💰 $229,100/yr($152,700/yr$229,100/yr)

About the role

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an Estimating Manager 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 Estimating Manager will ensure the preparation of full estimates on a wide scale of project types and complexity levels. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Coordinate full estimate preparation, review, and communication 

  • Prepare accurate quantity surveys and estimates for assigned project areas 

  • Assist with compiling historical cost data 

  • Review project documents for potential conflicts and constructability questions 

  • Lead plan and estimate reviews 

  • Collaborate with architects and engineers for clarification or additional information 

  • Provide baseline unit pricing with well-organized estimate details 

  • Establish margin and contingency plans with Construction Executives and/or Chief Estimator 

  • Create and review internal general conditions cost estimates 

  • Develop, prepare, and review value analysis estimates 

  

QUALIFICATIONS 

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

  • LEED AP, DBIA professional, preferred 

  • Minimum eight years of proven estimating experience, including working knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control, and material pricing  

  • Experience reading and understanding engineering drawings, contracts, cost coding systems, etc. 

  • Organized and detailed with proven ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple, complex projects 

  • Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices 

  • Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills 

  • Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills 

  • Applicable mathematical skills 

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

  • Current driver’s license 

  

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 concierge with extensive work-life resources 

  • Tuition reimbursement  

  • Adoption Assistance   

  • Gym Membership Discount Program   

  

The base pay range for this role is $152,700 - $229,100 (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

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