Mortenson Construction

Assistant Design Phase Manager

Mortenson Construction$102K — $137K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or construction management field
  • Minimum five years of relevant experience
  • Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, and leadership skills
  • Ability to manage multiple project tasks with attention to detail
  • Basic understanding of construction law and business practices
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office and project management applications
  • Effective communication and active listening skills, welcoming diverse input

Responsibilities

  • Lead project teams to ensure schedule alignment and construction readiness
  • Establish and manage project budgets and scope expectations
  • Create and manage project schedules with key milestones
  • Support Design Phase Manager with design phase cost issues
  • Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained
  • Coordinate design reviews with Virtual Design and Construction team
  • Foster a collaborative team environment through clear communication

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug plans including no-cost vision coverage
  • 401k retirement plan with generous company match
  • Paid time off and employer paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance
  • No-cost mental health support and extensive work-life resources
  • Gym membership discount program
Full Job Description
Job Description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an Assistant Design Phase Manager within our Power Delivery 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 Assistant Design Phase Manager is responsible for providing technical project leadership during the design phase as it relates to customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design, and planning that results in a smooth transition to construction operations. Provide project leadership during the design phase of smaller-scale projects and/or support the Design Phase Manager with project leadership during the design phase of larger-scale projects. May work on two (2) projects simultaneously or one (1) larger project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead project team to achieve schedule alignment, integrated team experience, and construction readiness


  • Establish and manage project budget and scope expectations


  • Manage budget trending logs and associated communications


  • Support Design Phase Manager/Project Executive with design phase cost issues


  • Create and manage project schedules and key milestones


  • Lead due diligence for permitting and code compliance


  • Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained


  • Manage proposal and design phase in alignment with estimates and RFPs


  • Coordinate and manage proposal process during active RFPs


  • Align design documents and project execution plans with stakeholders


  • Identify and resolve technical design and specification concerns


  • Manage/attend project site visits during pursuit and design phases


  • Coordinate design reviews with Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) team


  • Handle bid packages and contract manuals


  • Coordinate Design Phase meetings with Owner, Design partners, and internal team


  • Support negotiations for agreements with owners, designers, trade partners, etc.


  • Coordinate Risk and Legal review of EPC Agreement and key Exhibits


  • Ensure timely constructability reviews by project teams


  • Assist in developing and aligning project margin plans


  • Foster integrated team experience through communication and collaboration


  • Manage, mentor, and guide design phase team engineers and project/field engineers


  • Manage project transition to project management team


  • Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels


  • Lead by example, provide coaching, and manage team performance


  • Perform other duties as assigned


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field


  • Minimum five years of relevant experience


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


  • Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks


  • Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices


  • Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level


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


  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies


  • Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback


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 $102,000 MIN - $137,700MAX. (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 Construction

Mortenson Construction is a construction company that provides services in the areas of commercial, institutional, and energy construction. The company offers planning, design, and construction management services for various projects, including healthcare, education, sports, and entertainment facilities, as well as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power plants. Mortenson Construction serves clients in the public and private sectors, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as commercial and institutional clients. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Learn more about Mortenson Construction
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$5 billion

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