Design Phase Manager II

M. A. Mortenson Company; Minnesota; On-site; USD 132,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Design Phase Manager II to lead the design process across projects, coordinating owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners. You will guide scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring regulatory compliance and a smooth transition to construction operations.

The role emphasizes leadership, proactive problem-solving, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with confidentiality and professionalism across various staff levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a construction-related field.
• Eight years of relevant experience or more.
• Strong teamwork orientation and leadership abilities.
• Detail-oriented with multi-tasking capability.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Overall project leadership during the design phase ensuring customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design and planning.
• Lead the project team to achieve scope and budget alignment and construction readiness.
• Establish and manage project budget and scope; track budget trends and communications.
• Create and supervise project schedules and key milestones; hold team accountable for goals.
• Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained; align design documents with execution plan.
• Manage bid packages and contract manuals; resolve design and specification concerns.
• Develop project margin plan and coordinate owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
• Monitor and measure project success factors for customers and Mortenson team.
• Mentor design phase team members and foster diversity and inclusion.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project

Job description

Design Phase Manager II

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Design Phase Manager II with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise; along with the capability to creatively problem-solve and bring together viable solutions. Excellent written and verbal communications skills are vital, with attention to detail equally important. The Design Phase Manager will ensure the owner’s vision is translated into design solutions and construction parameters through leadership of the design process and team members. May work on two projects simultaneously or one larger project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overall project leadership during the design phase as it relates to customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design, and planning which will result in a smooth transition to construction operations.
• 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 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
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field
• Minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience
• 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 Affiantive Action plans and their intended use

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

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.

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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.