Energy Storage Design Phase Lead | Preconstruction Manager

Mortenson; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 114,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Vision plan

Dental plan

401k with match

Paid time off & holidays

Life/AD&D & disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Design Phase Manager (Preconstruction Manager) to join our Energy Storage Team who can interact with staff at all levels, remain flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient in a dynamic environment, anticipate and solve problems creatively.

This role will coordinate with owners/designers/estimators, manage design phase costs and schedules, ensure regulatory approvals, and mentor the design phase team across multiple projects at various regional offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field.
• Minimum of six 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.
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design process and work closely with customers/owners to define project expectations.
• Facilitate solicitation, selection, and contracting with designers for design-build projects.
• Develop and present project proposals.
• Create detailed project design phase and baseline construction schedules.
• Conduct detailed construction planning, including subcontractor selections and site utilization.
• Lead design team in incorporating constructability, logistics, and customer expectations.
• Guide estimating team in developing technical design aspects and cost documentation.
• Manage design phase costs, including estimates, value engineering, and budget management.
• Ensure regulatory approvals and risk management requirements are met.
• Implement LEED tracking and analysis.
• Oversee and mentor design phase team members, providing resources and support.
• Conduct performance evaluations and participate in hiring decisions.
• Model exceptional customer relations and gather feedback during the design process.
• Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing improvement suggestions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Customer service

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Eng, CM or Estimating

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Web applications

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Design Phase Manager (Preconstruction Manager) to join our Energy Storage Team who can interact with staff at all levels, remain flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient in a dynamic environment, anticipate and solve problems creatively.

This role will coordinate with owners/designers/estimators, manage design phase costs and schedules, ensure regulatory approvals, and mentor the design phase team across multiple projects at various regional offices.