Assistant Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Mortenson•Omaha, NE

1d•$102,000 - $137,700

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for data center construction. The role partners with the Project Manager from bid preparation through final client acceptance and leads, coaches, and mentors project team members. The Assistant Project Manager supports project cost control, financial management, contract administration, subcontractor and supplier coordination, and safe, timely project completion. The position may also perform on-site Project Manager duties for small-scope projects and implement quality plans to meet customer performance criteria in design and construction. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil or Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent experience; at least five years of related experience; a current driver’s license; and the ability to travel up to 100%. The stated base pay range is $102,000–$137,700, with higher ranges for certain listed office locations. The position may be eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is not offered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
Minimum five years of related previous experience.
Current driver’s license.
Demonstrated 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-level Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills.
Positive and professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback.
Ability to travel up to 100%.
Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

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 to draft client proposals, administer and manage contracts, and 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.
Provide job assignments and manage career development.
Direct responsibilities and guide Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s).
Manage project subcontractors and suppliers.
Supervise subcontractor and trade-partner budgets and make recommendations.
Lead project buyout with subcontractors and trade partners.
Facilitate and lead meetings between subcontractors on project coordination.
Perform on-site Project Manager duties on small-scope projects, as assigned.
Implement a quality plan to ensure customer-specified performance criteria are met in design and construction.
Build effective working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
Lead team members by example, provide effective coaching and feedback, and manage performance.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost.
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 work-life resources.
Tuition reimbursement.
Adoption assistance.
Gym membership discount program.
Position may be eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.