Manager of Strategy

Mortenson • Minneapolis, MN

4d

About The Position

The Manager of Strategy plays a key role in supporting and leading strategic initiatives across the organization. This position is responsible for managing strategic projects, conducting market and competitive analysis, and collaborating cross-functionally to develop actionable insights that inform business decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of seven years of related experience in consulting, strategy, or related analytical roles
• Experience managing teams and projects
• Business acumen, intellectual curiosity, problem-solving skills, and understanding of strategic frameworks
• Strong storytelling ability and translating complex analysis into clear, actionable insights
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work across teams
• Strong management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high quality work by agreed upon deadlines
• Concise presentation skills with the ability to explain large amounts of information
• Proven understanding of business operations
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.).

Nice To Haves

• Masters in Business Administration preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Lead mid-sized strategic initiatives and support larger cross-functional efforts.
• Conduct market, industry, and competitor research to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop business cases and financial models to evaluate strategic options.
• Collaborate with business units to align strategy with operational goals.
• Create high-impact presentations and reports for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide strategy analysts, providing feedback and development support.
• Support annual strategic planning and review processes.
• Develop and monitor KPIs and provide insights on strategy effectiveness.
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Mortenson’s incentive plan

What This Job Offers

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