Construction Project Manager I and II - Solar

Mortenson

California (MO)

On-site

USD 114,000 - 198,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans
Dental plan
401k retirement plan with generousMort
Paid time off and holidays
Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
No-Cost mental health tool and work‑l
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Project Manager to lead project quality, timeliness, and safety while mentoring the team. This role includes developing and enhancing customer relationships through excellent service.

Compensation is determined based on experience and location, with two levels (PM I and PM II) offered based on qualifications. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in construction-related fields, willingness to travel up to 100%, and strong financial management skills to oversee

Qualifications

  • Six years of construction management or related experience.
  • The base pay range for this role is $113,500–$170,300 (PM I) and $132,100–$198,200 (PM II).
  • Ability to travel up to 100%.
  • Detail orientation and effective communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Mortenson policies.

Responsibilities

  • Manage overall financial health of projects including subcontracts and suppliers.
  • Develop and maintain project financial projections and allocate estimates into financial systems.
  • Determine cost codes, approve invoices, and provide financials and billings to Accounting.
  • Create monthly owner billings and handle contract management including buyouts.
  • Oversee budget for trade partners and suppliers; lead Assistant PMs and Project Engineers.
  • Approve timecards and provide ongoing feedback on performance.
  • Serve as main point of contact with owner and on-site representative; review owner agreement.
  • Execute/Manage change orders and obtain approvals from customer/architect.
  • Maintain schedule and budget; manage quality, risk, safety, and cross-organizational relations.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in construction, Civ

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience

Job description

Mortenson is currently seeking a Project Manager to lead project quality, timeliness, and safety while mentoring the team. This role also involves developing and enhancing customer relationships through excellent service. This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

Responsibilities
  • Manage overall financial health of projects including subcontracts and suppliers
  • Develop and maintain project financial projections and allocate project estimate into financial system
  • Determine cost codes, approve invoices, and provide financials and billings to Accounting for timely payment
  • Create monthly owner billings and handle billings and contract management including contract buyouts
  • Oversee budget for and make selections of trade partners and suppliers
  • Lead/Manage Assistant Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s), provide job assignments, and facilitate/manage career development
  • Approve timecards for on-site team members and provide ongoing feedback of work performance
  • Function as the main point of contact with the owner and on-site representative, assist with the review of the owner agreement, and resolve site concerns
  • Execute/Manage change orders, determine when to submit to the owner or on-site representatives, and obtain the customer/architect’s approval
  • Maintain schedule and budget until project completion, provide high level management of quality, risk, safety, and compliance, and build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience
  • Current driver’s license
  • Ability to travel up to 100%
  • Proven ability to fulfill 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 Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills
  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
  • Active listening skills and effective communication including openness to diverse input and feedback
  • Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Aff ...
Project Manager i
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Six years of construction management or related experience
  • The base pay range for this role is $113,500 - $170,300
Project Manager Ii
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Seven years of construction management or related experience with large projects ($20M+)
  • The base pay range for this role is $132,100 - $198,200

(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.

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 conciergewith extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Gym Membership Discount Program
Please Make Note
  • 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.

Let’s Redefine Possible

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items To Note
  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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