Project Manager 1 - Engineering Partner

Project Manager I

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Manager I, Engineering Partner for our Data Center Solutions Groupto lead projects with professionalism, flexibility, and resourcefulness in a dynamic environment. This role will be responsible for managing and integrating a key external engineering partner across design, coordination, and execution of a data center project. This involves managing project quality, timeliness, and safety, mentoring the project team, and developing strong customer relationships through excellent service and communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage overall financial health of projects

• Support and lead EPC contract negotiations, including technical exhibits and project schedules

• Lead vendor procurement and bid/award phase for major subs and suppliers

• Develop and maintain project financial and equipment projections

• Allocate project estimate into financial system, determine cost codes, approve invoices

• Provide financials and billings to accounting, create monthly owner billings

• Manage subcontracts and suppliers, oversee budget and selections of trade partners

• Handle billings, contract management, and change orders

• Manage and develop Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, approve timecards, provide feedback

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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

• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices

• Preference for candidates with experience in one or more of the following: commercial construction, renewable energy project development, EPC contracting, or emerging technologies.

• Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level

• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills

• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies 

• Current driver’s license

A few benefits offered include: 

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• 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  

The base pay range for this role is $113,500 - $170,300 (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.  This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. 

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. 

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. 

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