Senior Design Phase Leader: Build Impact

Mortenson; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 144,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Gym Membership Discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Design Phase Manager who can lead design teams, translate owner vision into design and construction parameters, and collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners.

You will manage budgets, schedules, risk, and approvals, mentor staff, and ensure readiness for construction while maintaining high professionalism and confidentiality across two projects or a larger one.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field.
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Risk management skills.
• Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level.
• Active listening skills and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affiantive Action plans and their intended use.

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

Effective communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Design Phase Manager who can lead design teams, translate owner vision into design and construction parameters, and collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners.

You will manage budgets, schedules, risk, and approvals, mentor staff, and ensure readiness for construction while maintaining high professionalism and confidentiality across two projects or a larger one.