MEP Design Phase Manager I

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

5h • $113,500 - $170,300

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced MEP Design Phase Manager that will provide expertise for electrical design phase activities for one or more concurrent commercial projects inclusive of project estimating, business partner selection, preliminary schedule, design development, quality control and planning for the commissioning of the MEP scope of work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field
• Minimum 10 years of construction experience, preferably with a Mechanical or Electrical Contractor
• Minimum five years of estimating or on-site project management experience, with one to two years as a Preconstruction Manager
• Strong cross-cultural relationship building and influencing abilities at all organizational levels
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, initiative, and teamwork skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and low-voltage systems
• Working knowledge of construction equipment, techniques, scheduling, cost control, drawings, specifications, and standards
• Active listening skills and effective communication
• Ability to travel up to 70%
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans
• 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.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design process
• Work closely with customers/owners to define completed project expectations, including key factors to focus on within the design phase
• Facilitate the solicitation, selection, and contracting with designers for design build projects
• Develop and/or lead the preparation and presentation of project proposals
• Develop detailed project design phase and baseline construction schedules
• Conduct detailed construction planning, including contract manual, subcontractor selections, MWD/BE participation, trade and site utilization planning, disruption avoidance planning, owner direct purchase planning, all within principles of Lean Design Delivery and utilization of BIM/VDC technology
• Lead design team members in facilitating designs incorporating constructability, logistics solutions, identifying customers’ expectations, and critical success factors, providing meaningful input to project’s programming and conceptual design activities.
• Lead estimating team members in development of technical design aspects of project including drawing, specifications, and scheduling, in addition to cost documentation.
• Manage costs of the design phase, including estimate preparation, technical estimating, valued engineering, life-cycle analysis and budgetary/financial management
• Ensure regulatory approvals are obtained and risk management requirements are met for insurance, bonding, owner contract, and subcontractor T & Cs
• Implement LEED tracking and analysis
• Oversight and supervision of design phase team members
• Mentor Design Phase Engineers and encourage career development and growth
• Ensure team members have resources and support
• Provide work direction and performance evaluations
• Identify hiring needs and participate in hiring, discipline, and dismissal decisions if needed
• Model and set the tone for exceptional customer relations, gathering feedback and clarification during design process, as well as identifying future projects and collaboration
• Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement

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: Senior