Design Phase Executive I

Mortenson • Minneapolis, MN

2d • $168,100 - $252,200

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Design Phase Executive I to provide advanced project leadership during the design phase. The role focuses on customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design, and planning to support a smooth transition to construction operations. The position may provide mentorship and oversight across multiple projects and/or lead a large, complex project. Success requires strong communication, flexibility, inventiveness, dedication, efficiency, integrity, and confidentiality. The role may require travel up to 100%. Visa sponsorship is not offered, and candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

The base pay range is $168,100–$252,200, with adjusted ranges for certain office locations. Pay within the range depends on factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. The position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Benefits listed apply to eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or an equivalent field.
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to fulfill development responsibilities for complex projects.
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and handle multiple project tasks.
• Risk management skills.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, project applications, and pertinent web applications.
• Positive professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies effectively.
• Ability to resolve cross-cultural conflict in a culturally appropriate manner.
• Previous experience leading and providing oversight to integrated project teams.
• Previous experience in design-build construction work and conceptual estimating.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners during the design phase.
• Oversee project budget, scope, and related communications.
• Manage the overall project schedule through people management and achievement tracking.
• Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained.
• Align design documents with the project execution plan.
• Resolve technical design and specification concerns.
• Review project margin plans and develop financial strategies.
• Establish and monitor project success factors for all stakeholders.
• Create an integrated team experience through role clarity and communication.
• Provide mentorship and oversight on multiple projects and/or lead a large, complex project.

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: Senior