Senior Construction Electrical Project Manager I- Solar

Mortenson Construction; Minnesota; On-site; USD 158,900 - 238,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Vision coverage

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with generousMort

Paid time off and holidays

Employer paid Life, AD&D, anddisabilit

No-Cost mental health tool and concier

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Manager to join our Solar group, providing technical leadership from design to construction. You will guide electrical safety initiatives, oversee the regional portfolio, and coach talent across multiple offices, with heavy emphasis on collaboration with senior leadership.

Location is flexible within the United States, with preference for MN headquarters or regional offices; travel up to 50% is required to support project execution and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in medium to high voltage electrical design or construction management.
• Experience with voltages of 69kV and above and with substations.
• Experience with utility-scale solar projects preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word; familiarity with Bid2Win and MC2 estimating software.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% and knowledge of contract fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and leadership to Solar Group's technical personnel.
• Guide technical assessment of operational modifications and solutions.
• Review project proposals and advise on schedules, limitations, and resources.
• Provide technical/electrical support for projects in development or construction.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop technical solutions and specifications.
• Negotiate with contractors and provide project support during construction.
• Assist preconstruction teams in reviewing bid packages and engineering drawings.
• Maintain knowledge of current and developing technologies and industry trends.
• Lead team members by example, offering coaching, feedback, and performance management.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Active listening

Effective communication

Contract fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Bid2Win

MC2 estimating software

Job description

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Manager to join our Solar group who is passionate about driving electrical design excellence and leading electrical safety initiatives. In this role you will shape project success across a regional portfolio by providing technical leadership, knowledge, and expertise throughout the entire process, from design to estimation, procurement, and completion of construction projects.

If you’re looking to manage a portfolio of projects with a hands‑on approach—leading design and electrical safety efforts, providing technical oversight, tackling complex problems, identifying and addressing risks, collaborating with senior leadership, and coaching electrical talent—then this is the role for you.

Location: Any home base location in the United States; preference given to those that can work from our MN‑Headquarters or any regional office.

Travel: Up to 50% of the time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide oversight and leadership to Solar Group's technical personnel
• Guide technical assessment of operational modifications and solutions
• Review project proposals and advise on schedules, limitations, and resources
• Provide technical/electrical support for projects in development or construction
• Collaborate with project teams to develop technical solutions and specifications
• Negotiate with contractors and provide project support during construction
• Assist preconstruction teams in reviewing bid packages and engineering drawings
• Maintain knowledge of current and developing technologies and industry trends
• Lead team members by example, offering coaching, feedback, and performance management

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 15 years of experience in medium to high voltage electrical design or construction management
• Experience with voltages of 69kV and above
• Experience with substations
• Experience with utility scale solar projects preferred
• Fluency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Understanding of Bid2Win and MC2 estimating software
• Knowledge of contract fundamentals
• Active listening skills and effective communication
• Ability to travel up to 50%
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative action plans

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non‑Craft & Non‑Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include 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

Base pay range: $158,900 MIN – $238,400 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.

Please note

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• 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.

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.

Let’s redefine possible.

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

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