Project Manager I

Mortenson•Itasca, IL

7h•$113,500 - $170,300

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Manager I to lead projects with professionalism, flexibility, and resourcefulness in a dynamic environment. The role is responsible for managing project quality, timeliness, safety, and financial health; mentoring the project team; and developing strong customer relationships through excellent service and communication. The Project Manager supports and leads EPC contract negotiations, vendor procurement, project financial and equipment projections, cost coding, invoice approvals, owner billings, subcontract and supplier management, and change orders. The position also manages and develops Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, including approving timecards and providing feedback.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
Minimum six years of related previous experience.
Proven ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects.
Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
Intermediate-level skills with Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web applications.
Positive and professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
Current driver’s license.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in one or more of the following: commercial construction, renewable energy project development, EPC contracting, or emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

Manage the overall financial health of projects.
Support and lead EPC contract negotiations, including technical exhibits and project schedules.
Lead vendor procurement and the bid/award phase for major subcontractors and suppliers.
Develop and maintain project financial and equipment projections.
Allocate project estimates into the financial system, determine cost codes, and approve invoices.
Provide financials and billings to accounting and create monthly owner billings.
Manage subcontracts and suppliers, including overseeing budgets and trade partner selections.
Handle billings, contract management, and change orders.
Manage and develop Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, approve timecards, and provide feedback.
Manage project quality, timeliness, and safety.
Develop strong customer relationships through excellent service and communication.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost.
Dental plan.
401(k) 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.
Incentive plan eligibility.