Senior Project Manager I

Mortenson•Minneapolis, MN

7d•$144,300 - $216,500

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager I to provide overall leadership and direction for one large project or multiple projects. The role manages project quality, timeliness, safety, and the development of the project team, while building and improving customer relationships through excellent service. The position requires strong written and verbal communication and the ability to work flexibly, inventively, and efficiently with dedication, integrity, and confidentiality in a changing environment. The Senior Project Manager oversees project financial health, projections, estimates, cost codes, invoices, and billings; manages subcontracts, suppliers, budgets, and selections; and serves as the primary contact for the owner and on-site representative. The role leads and trains Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, addresses site concerns and change orders, and maintains project schedule, budget, quality, risk, safety, and compliance. The role may require travel up to 100%. The listed base pay range is $144,300–$216,500, with higher ranges for certain office locations. The position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is not offered; applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of eight years of construction management, project management, or related experience.
Ability to fulfill responsibilities for multiple large, complex projects.
Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback.
Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, project applications, and pertinent web applications.
Positive professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
Current driver’s license.
Ability to travel up to 100%.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Supervise the overall financial health of projects.
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.
Handle subcontracts and suppliers, and manage budgets and selections.
Lead Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, including assigning work and providing training.
Serve as the main point of contact for the owner and on-site representative.
Resolve site concerns, handle change orders, and obtain necessary approvals.
Maintain project schedule and budget, and manage quality, risk, safety, and compliance.

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