Senior Design Phase Manager - Lead Design to Construction

Mortenson Construction; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 144,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k with match

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Design Phase Manager to lead the design phase, translating the owner's vision into constructible solutions and coordinating designers, engineers, and trade partners. The role may involve overseeing two projects or one large project, with emphasis on budget, schedule, and readiness for construction.

You will mentor the design team, manage regulatory approvals, develop proposals, and ensure alignment with the project execution plan.

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.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative 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

Risk management

Active listening

Effective communication

Travel up to 100%

Microsoft Office

Web applications

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project software

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Design Phase Manager to lead the design phase, translating the owner's vision into constructible solutions and coordinating designers, engineers, and trade partners. The role may involve overseeing two projects or one large project, with emphasis on budget, schedule, and readiness for construction.

You will mentor the design team, manage regulatory approvals, develop proposals, and ensure alignment with the project execution plan.