Construction Assistant Project Manager - Solar

Mortenson•Robbinsdale, MN

4d•$102,000 - $137,700•Onsite

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to join its Solar group. The role supports the Project Manager from bid preparation through final client acceptance and includes leading and mentoring project team members. It requires flexibility, resourcefulness, professionalism, strong communication, and attention to detail, as well as the ability to anticipate challenges and develop practical solutions. The position is open to candidates willing to work anywhere in the continental United States and requires 100% travel to project locations, which may vary. Mortenson hires for a career rather than a single project, and employees are assigned to another project when their current project is complete. The role works with the Project Manager or Construction Executive and leads project team members, subcontractors, and suppliers. The base pay range is $102,000–$137,700, with a higher range for specified office locations: Denver and Chicago (5% higher), Seattle and Portland (10% higher), and Washington, D.C. (12.5% higher). Pay is determined by factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. The position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is offered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, and/or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Minimum five years of related previous experience.
Self-perform experience.
Ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects.
Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, project applications, and pertinent web applications.
Positive and professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
Current driver’s license.
Must be open to any location in the continental United States and able to meet the 100% travel requirement.

Nice To Haves

Utility-scale solar experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform cost control and financial management.
Work with Preconstruction on project estimates and schedules.
Coordinate scopes of work.
Review and compile pay applications, change requests, and other project financial documentation.
Partner with the Project Manager or Construction Executive.
Draft client proposals.
Administer and manage contracts.
Award subcontracts.
Provide direction to the project team to support safe and timely project completion.
Act as a liaison for project engineers, and mentor and coach others.
Assign work and manage career development.
Direct and guide Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s).
Manage project subcontractors and suppliers.
Oversee the subcontractor and trade partner budget and make recommendations.
Lead project buyout with subcontractors and trade partners.
Facilitate and lead coordination meetings between subcontractors.
Perform on-site Project Manager duties on small-scope projects as assigned.
Implement a quality plan that ensures customer-specified performance criteria in design and construction.
Build effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
Lead by example, provide effective coaching and feedback, and manage performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost (for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
Dental plan.
401(k) retirement plan with a 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.
Incentive plan eligibility.