Construction Electrical Project Manager I - Solar

Mortenson

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Mortenson seeks an experienced Electrical Project Manager I to join our Solar group to lead projects with flexibility, resourcefulness, and professionalism. Responsibilities include anticipating and solving problems, managing project quality, timeliness, safety, and mentoring the project team. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail are essential. Develop and enhance customer relationships by providing exceptional service.
If you're looking for a challenging opportunity to use your electrical expertise while leading a project team on utility scale solar projects, then this is the right role for you.
Location: Must be open to any location in the continental United States.
Travel: This is a 100% travel position; locations may vary based on the project. Mortenson hires for a career and not a project. When your project is complete you will be assigned to another project.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field
• Minimum eight years of electrical construction management and/or electrical design experience
• Minimum one year of experience with project completion from mobilization to turnover
• Proficiency in medium and high voltage technical knowledge
• Specialized knowledge/experience in electrical control, substations, t-line, etc.
• Current driver's license
• Knowledge of NEC code and NE safety code
• Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Detail-oriented to manage multiple project tasks
• Basic understanding of construction law and business practices
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, Project, and web applications
• Positive, professional attitude with strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
• Active listening skills and effective communication
• Ability to travel up to 100%
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans

Nice To Haves

• Utility scale solar experience preferred
• Self-perform experience preferred
• SCADA experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage overall financial health of projects
• Develop and maintain project financial and equipment projections
• Allocate project estimate into financial system and determine cost codes
• Approve invoices and manage budget decisions
• Provide financials and billings to Accounting for timely payment
• Create monthly owner billings
• Manage subcontracts and suppliers, including contract buyouts
• Oversee budget and select trade partners and suppliers
• Manage Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, including job assignments and career development

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

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