Cost Control - Project Manager

Mortenson Construction; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

401k with match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects with professionalism, flexibility, and resourcefulness in a dynamic environment. You will oversee project quality, timeliness, and safety while mentoring the project team and developing strong customer relationships through exemplary service and communication.

The role emphasizes managing financial health, negotiating EPC contracts, and leading procurement, with opportunities to develop junior staff and maintain

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 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.

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.

Skills

Project management

Detail orientation

Customer service

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects with professionalism, flexibility, and resourcefulness in a dynamic environment. This role 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

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The base pay range for this role is $113,500 Min - $170,300 Max (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.

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.

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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.