Community Empowerment Manager

Mortenson • Itasca, IL

10d • $81,200 - $121,800 • Onsite

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Community Empowerment Manager responsible for supplier development, workforce inclusion, and workforce development across its operating groups. The role builds community relationships, supports diverse partnerships, and leads programs that create opportunities for businesses and individuals in the construction industry.

The manager partners with group leadership, project teams, headquarters staff, community organizations, businesses, trade partners, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders. The position supports the company’s Community Empowerment vision and strategies, represents Mortenson in the community, and provides project- and program-level support to the Director of Community Empowerment.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, External Relations, Human Resources, or an equivalent field, along with at least five years of related experience. The posted base pay range is $81,200–$121,800, with location-based increases specified for certain offices. The position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is not offered.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, External Relations, Human Resources, or an equivalent field.
• At least five years of related experience.
• Previous experience interacting with company and community leaders.
• Previous experience in construction and contracting.
• Ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and build relationships quickly.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with varying deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of data analysis and reporting.
• Strong cross-cultural relationship-building and influencing skills at all organizational levels, including without authority.
• Demonstrated record of including diverse team members when assigning challenging and high-profile tasks.
• Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to lead team members by example, coach and provide feedback effectively, and manage performance.
• Project management skills, including overseeing multiple projects, driving alignment, communicating, staying organized, and delivering work through others.
• Communication and collaboration skills, including strong teamwork orientation and written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Partner with group leadership and project teams to establish and execute plans, and drive engagement and accountability across groups and projects.
• Partner with the headquarters team and key group stakeholders; support customer engagements and project pursuits.
• Attend and host community events and meetings.
• Host events and open houses to identify small, local, and diverse-owned businesses.
• Establish and maintain relationships with businesses and external organizations; support trade partners and serve as a liaison.
• Lead mentorship programs to build the capacity of current or potential trade partners.
• Represent Mortenson at applicable meetings and events.
• Partner with group and project leadership to support belonging among craft team members, and plan and execute inclusion and belonging programming.
• Partner with internal workforce development subject matter experts and external organizations; establish programming to bring talent to Mortenson, the construction industry, or trade partners.
• Represent Mortenson in the community and help maintain a positive community profile.
• Develop relationships with regulatory agencies and compliance officers.
• Direct the preparation and submission of regulatory agency applications, reports, and correspondence; review submissions for timeliness, accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Identify organizations with opportunities to collaborate.
• Support the company vision, strategies, and plan for Community Empowerment, and participate in the community of practice.
• Analyze community participation and research trends, laws, issues, and concerns; identify trends and share action plans to advance Community Affairs efforts.
• Provide project- and program-level support to the Director of Community Empowerment.
• Lead team members by example, provide coaching and feedback, and manage performance.
• Oversee multiple projects, align stakeholders on plans, communicate effectively, stay organized, and deliver work through others.

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.
• Eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level