Design Phase Manager I & II

M. A. Mortenson Company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 114,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental plan

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Design Phase Manager I/II to lead the design phase with a focus on customer experience, financial performance, and schedule adherence. You will manage budgets, scopes, and communications, coordinate with owners, architects, and engineers, and ensure design documents align with the project execution plan, while guiding a diverse design team.

The role supports up to two projects, with salary determined by experience and location, and offers opportunities across offices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree as specified
• Strong teamwork, initiative, comms, problem solving and leadership
• Detail oriented to manage multiple project tasks
• Basic construction law understanding
• Intermediate MS Office and project/web apps
• Positive attitude and strong customer service
• Ability to interpret Mortenson policies
• Willingness to travel up to 100%
• Knowledge of EEO and Afformative Action plans

Responsibilities

• Lead project team to align scope, budget and schedule
• Establish and manage budgets, scope, and communications
• Create and supervise project schedules and milestones
• Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained
• Align design documents with project execution plan
• Handle bid packages and contracts manuals
• Identify and resolve design/ specification issues
• Develop project margin plan
• Serve as primary owner/architect/engineer contact during design
• Monitor success factors for customers and partners
• Foster integrated team collaboration and growth
• Mentor design phase team and promote career development
• Build relationships across diverse backgrounds and levels
• Lead by example and provide coaching and feedback
• Ensure high performance of the design phase team

Skills

Teamwork orientation

Initiative

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Detail orientation

Travel ability

Legal/contract awareness

Diverse input handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Eng or related field

Construction management or estimating background

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Web applications

Job description

Design Phase Manager I and II

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Design Phase Manager I and II that will provide overall project leadership during the design phase as it relates to customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design and planning that results in a smooth transition to construction operations. May work on two projects simultaneously or one larger project.

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

• Lead the project team in achieving scope and budget alignment, schedule alignment, an integrated team experience, construction readiness, and excellent financial performance
• Establish and manage project budget and scope expectations, budget trending logs, and any associated communications and resources
• Create and supervise manage project schedules and key achievements, hold team members accountable for reaching set achievements
• Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained
• Ensure proper alignment of design documents and project execution plan
• Responsible for bid packages and contract manuals
• Identify and resolve technical design and specification concerns
• Develop project margin plan
• Act as primary point of contact with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners during the design phase and lead the overall project team
• Monitor and measure against project success factors for customers, design partners, and Mortenson team
• Foster an integrated team experience through communication and collaboration
• Manage, mentor, and guide design phase team members to ensure clear direction and career growth
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage
• performance

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Microsoft Office, project and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level
• Shown positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to travel up to 100%
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Afformative Action plans and their intended use

Design Phase Manager I:

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum of six (6) years relevant experience
• 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%).

Design Phase Manager II:

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum of six (8) years relevant experience
• The base pay range for this role is $132,100 MIN - $198,200 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.

A few benefits offered include:

• 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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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.