Design Phase Lead for Construction & Design-Build

Mortenson; Minnesota; On-site; USD 113,500 - 170,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

401k

PTO & holidays

Life/AD&D/Disability

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Design Phase Manager I to lead design activities, collaborate with owners, and translate concept into constructable plans. This role may oversee two projects or a large project, requiring flexibility, proactive problem-solving, and strong communication.

You will orchestrate design schedules, coordinate with designers, and support cost estimation, risk management, and LEED tracking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent.
• Minimum of six years relevant experience.
• Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership.
• Microsoft Office and project software skills at an intermediate level.
• Willingness to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Manage design process and align with owner expectations.
• Coordinate with designers for design-build projects.
• Develop and present project proposals.
• Create detailed design phase and baseline schedules.
• Conduct construction planning including subcontractor selections.
• Lead design team to incorporate constructability and logistics.
• Support estimating with design tech aspects and cost documentation.
• Manage design phase costs and budget.
• Ensure regulatory approvals and risk management compliance.
• Oversee LEED tracking and analysis.
• Provide mentorship and performance feedback to team.
• Support site work and logistics improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Detail orientation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Web applications

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Design Phase Manager I to lead design activities, collaborate with owners, and translate concept into constructable plans. This role may oversee two projects or a large project, requiring flexibility, proactive problem-solving, and strong communication.

You will orchestrate design schedules, coordinate with designers, and support cost estimation, risk management, and LEED tracking.