Senior Design Phase Lead

Mortenson; Minnesota; On-site; USD 144,300 - 238,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with a generous 2

Paid time off, holidays, and otherpaid

Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disable

No-Cost mental health tool and concier

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Design Phase Manager to lead design teams, align with owner vision, and ensure budget and schedule alignment across design-to-construction transition. The role may involve managing two projects or a larger one, requiring proactive problem-solving and strong communication.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 10 years of experience in design or construction management, with expertise in regulatory approvals, risk management, and coordinating architects, engineers,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field.
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Strong risk management, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project team during design phase to ensure customer experience, financial performance, and smooth transition to construction.
• Achieve scope, budget, and schedule alignment; ensure construction readiness.
• Establish and manage project budget, scope expectations, and budget trending logs.
• Create and manage project schedules and key milestones; hold team accountable.
• Obtain regulatory approvals and permits.
• Align design documents with project execution plan.
• Handle bid packages and contract manuals.
• Resolve technical design and specification concerns.
• Develop or review project margin plans; minimize risk and enhance opportunities.
• Act as primary contact with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
• Monitor and measure project success factors.
• Foster an integrated team experience with clear roles and communication.
• Facilitate designer selection and contracting for design-build projects.
• Mentor and guide design phase team members for career growth.
• Develop and present project proposals.
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Lead by example, provide coaching and feedback, and manage performance.

Skills

Active listening

Communication

Risk management

Travel coordination

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project tools

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Design Phase Manager to lead design teams, align with owner vision, and ensure budget and schedule alignment across design-to-construction transition. The role may involve managing two projects or a larger one, requiring proactive problem-solving and strong communication.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 10 years of experience in design or construction management, with expertise in regulatory approvals, risk management, and coordinating architects, engineers,