Project Executive - Federal Construction

Mortenson • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Executive to provide overall management for large construction projects, lead project teams, maintain successful customer relationships, and assist operating groups with winning work. The role requires interacting with staff at all levels in a changing environment while remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, efficient, professional, and discreet. Candidates may apply at Project Executive I or II level based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation depends on factors including experience and location. Travel may be required up to 50–75%. Visa sponsorship is not offered; applicants must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship. In limited cases, project assignments may require U.S. citizenship verification and a federal background check.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent field.
• At least 10 years of experience in construction management overseeing large projects.
• Proven ability to manage development-to-closeout responsibilities for multiple complex projects.
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, project applications, and pertinent web applications.
• Positive and professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
• Current driver’s license.
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, Inclusive Behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use.
• Ability to travel up to 50–75%.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• For Project Executive II: at least 12 years of construction management experience overseeing large projects valued at $20 million or more.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain successful customer and community relationships.
• Conduct customer service visits from pre-construction through project close-out.
• Preview proposals and participate in Request for Proposal processes.
• Act as the primary customer contact for assigned projects.
• Support business development initiatives and maintain customer relationships.
• Provide oversight and accountability for large projects.
• Manage contract administration, including terms, change requests, and invoices.
• Maintain project budgets, costs, and pricing to support profitable project delivery.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the performance of project team members.

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, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability insurance.
• No-cost mental health tool and concierge with work-life resources.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Gym membership discount program.

What This Job Offers

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