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Senior Estimator I

Mortenson Construction
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Itasca
300 Park Boulevard (Show on map)
Apr 29, 2025

M. A. Mortenson Company seeks a full-time Project Estimator in Itasca, IL. The Project Estimator is responsible for leading estimating efforts of gathering, calculating, and compiling data to produce project estimates for construction projects, including managing multiple projects. This position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Construction Engineering & Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field and 3 years of experience in the construction industry. Must also have 24 months of experience with each of the following: (1) preparing quantity surveys and unit pricing sheets for subcontractors' completion and submission of unit price data; (2) preparing bid analysis scope sheets and reviewing subcontractor cost proposals to ensure bid proposals are complete; (3) preparing and entering estimate data in WinEst, including estimate breakdowns and alternates; (4) performing cost studies to assist design team in selection of building systems, materials, and other design requirements, and preparing estimate clarifications highlighting major scope assumptions and exclusions; and (5) preparing value engineering pricing for review by the Chief Estimator and presenting value engineering items in meetings with designers and owners. Employer will accept experience gained concurrently. Please go to our website for benefits information and to apply: https://www.mortenson.com/careers.

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 $131,300 - $197,000.

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.

Please make note:



  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.



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, O-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.



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