Energy Storage-Design Phase Executive (Preconstruction Executive)

M. A. Mortenson Company; United States; On-site; USD 168,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision coverage

Dental plan

401k match

Paid time off

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Design Phase Executive (Preconstruction Executive) for the Energy Storage group to lead design-phase activities, ensuring alignment with the project execution plan and smooth transition to construction operations.

The role requires strong communication, oversight of budget and schedule, and mentorship across multiple projects, with up to 100% travel. Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years’ experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Demonstrate the ability to fulfill development responsibilities for complex projects
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and handle multiple project tasks
• Risk management skills
• Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level
• Positive professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Interpret and communicate Mortenson policies effectively
• Ability to resolve cross-cultural conflict in a culturally appropriate manner
• Previous experience leading and providing oversight to integrated project teams
• Previous experience in design build construction work and conceptual estimating
• Minimum of 15 years relevant experience
• Ability to travel up to 100%

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners during design phase
• Oversee project budget, scope, and associated communications
• Manage overall project schedule through people management and achievement tracking
• Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained
• Align design documents with project execution plan
• Resolve technical design and specification concernsReview project margin plans and develop financial strategies
• Establish and monitor project success factors for all stakeholders
• Create an integrated team experience through role clarity and communication

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Risk management

Project management

Cross-cultural communication

Travel readiness

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Design Phase Executive (Preconstruction Executive) in our Energy Storage group to provide advanced project leadership during the design phase as it relates to customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design and planning resulting in a smooth transition to construction operations. You may provide mentorship and oversight on multiple projects at a time and/or actively lead a large, complex project. Strong communication skills are necessary as you will interact with staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment. Your ability to remain flexible, inventive, dedicated, and efficient with a high level of integrity and confidentiality is vital to your success in this role.

Location

Candidate must be based at one of our regional offices in Denver, CO; Minneapolis, MN; or San Antonio, TX

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as primary contact for owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners during design phase
• Oversee project budget, scope, and associated communications
• Manage overall project schedule through people management and achievement tracking
• Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained
• Align design documents with project execution plan
• Resolve technical design and specification concernsReview project margin plans and develop financial strategies
• Establish and monitor project success factors for all stakeholders
• Create an integrated team experience through role clarity and communication

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
• Demonstrate the ability to fulfill development responsibilities for complex projects
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and handle multiple project tasks
• Risk management skills
• Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level
• Positive professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Interpret and communicate Mortenson policies effectively
• Ability to resolve cross-cultural conflict in a culturally appropriate manner
• Previous experience leading and providing oversight to integrated project teams
• Previous experience in design build construction work and conceptual estimating
• Minimum of 15 years relevant experience
• Ability to travel up to 100%

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 conciergewith extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $168,100- $252,200.

(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.

Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

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

• 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.