Data Center Construction Project Lead I

Mortenson

Pampa (TX)

On-site

USD 114,000 - 170,000

Full time

45 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans
Dental plan
401k match
PTO & leave
Life & disability insurance
Mental health resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Gym discount

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

Detail orientation
Customer service
Communication skills
Leadership / mentoring
Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office
Project
Web applications

Job description

Project Manager I

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Manager I 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

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.

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.

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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