MEP Project Manager II

Mortenson•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an MEP Project Manager II to provide overall direction and leadership on MEP-dominant projects or MEP scopes of work on medium to large projects. The role is responsible for managing project quality, timeliness, and safety; mentoring the project team; and developing and enhancing customer relationships through excellent service. The Project Manager oversees project financial health, trade partners and suppliers, contracts, coordination, commissioning, closeout, schedules, budgets, risk, and compliance. The role also manages Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers and serves as the primary contact for the owner and on-site representative. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant construction or engineering field, or equivalent field experience, and a minimum of seven years of construction management experience. Travel may be required up to 30%. The position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is not offered, and candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field experience.
Minimum seven years of construction management experience, preferably with a Mechanical or Electrical Contractor.
Current driver’s license.
Ability to fulfill development-to-closeout responsibilities for complex projects.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
Intermediate Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills.
Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills.
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback.
Ability to travel up to 30%.
Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Construction management experience with a Mechanical or Electrical Contractor.

Responsibilities

Manage the overall financial health of projects, including financial projections, cost codes, invoices, and monthly owner billings.
Oversee budgets and the selection of trade partners and suppliers; handle billings and contract management; and manage 3-D coordination and commissioning processes.
Lead project closeout activities, including operations and maintenance manuals, model turnover, and training.
Manage Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, including job assignments, career development, and performance feedback.
Serve as the main point of contact with the owner and on-site representative, resolving site concerns and building positive relationships.
Manage change orders, determine when to submit them, and obtain customer and architect approval.
Maintain the schedule and budget through project completion, and provide high-level management of quality, risk, safety, and compliance.
Build effective relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels, and lead team members by example through coaching and feedback.

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 extensive work-life resources.
Tuition reimbursement.
Adoption assistance.
Gym membership discount program.
Eligibility for Mortenson’s incentive plan.