Design Phase Manager II - Preconstruction

Mortenson; Minnesota; On-site; USD 132,100 - 198,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership discount program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Design Phase Manager II in Minnesota. The role involves overseeing project leadership during the design phase, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams, and managing schedules and budgets. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and eight years of relevant experience.

Benefits include comprehensive medical plans, a 401(k) retirement plan, and tuition reimbursement. The base pay ranges from $132,100 to $198,200, making this an impactful opportunity at a leading construction firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience.
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project leadership during the design phase.
• Lead the project team to align scope and budget.
• Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained.

Skills

Teamwork orientation

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Detail orientation

Customer service

Active listening

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

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.

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 related to customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design, and planning, resulting 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 affirmative action plans and their intended use.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional cost vision coverage.
• Dental plan.
• 401(k) 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.

Pay Range

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%. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

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.

Application Note

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

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.
• In limited cases, specific project assignments may require U.S. citizenship verification and a federal background check.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B, TN, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.