Design Phase Executive I

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

3d • $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, focusing on customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design, and planning to ensure a smooth transition to construction operations. The role may include mentoring and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously and/or actively leading a large, complex project. Success requires strong communication skills and the ability to work with staff at all levels in a changing environment, while remaining flexible, inventive, dedicated, efficient, and committed to integrity and confidentiality.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant construction or engineering discipline or an equivalent field, at least 15 years of relevant experience, and the ability to travel up to 100%. The role is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. The base pay range is $168,100–$252,200, with higher ranges for specified office locations. Visa sponsorship is not offered; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, 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-level Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills.
• 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 U.S. 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 associated 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.

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.
• Eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

What This Job Offers

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