Senior Project Manager - ConstructionSenior Project Manager - Construction

M. A. Mortenson Company; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 144,300 - 216,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

401k retirement plan with generous match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

M. A. Mortenson Company is looking for a Senior Project Manager in Portland, Oregon. This position is essential for providing leadership direction to one large or multiple projects while managing quality, timeliness, and safety. Candidates with a Bachelor's in a relevant field and significant construction management experience are encouraged to apply.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $144,300 to $216,500, plus benefits such as medical plans, 401k matching, and more. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to mentor project teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of construction management or related experience for level I.
• Minimum 10 years for level II.
• Current driver’s license required.
• Basic understanding of construction law and business practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise overall financial health of projects.
• Lead Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers.
• Function as main point of contact with owners.

Skills

Construction management experience

Financial management

Excellent communication skills

Ability to travel up to 100%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager I and II that will provide overall leadership direction to one large project or multiple projects to include the management of project quality, timeliness, safety, as well as mentoring the project team. You will develop and improve customer relationships by providing excellent service. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary as you will be interacting with staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment. Your ability to remain flexible, inventive, dedicated, and efficient with a high level of integrity and confidentiality is vital to your success.

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise overall financial health of projects while developing and maintaining project financial and equipment projections
• Allocate project estimates into the financial system, determine cost codes, approve invoices
• Provide financials and billings to Accounting, create monthly owner billings
• Handle subcontracts and suppliers, manage budget and selections
• Lead Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, provide job assignments and training, manage career development
• Function as main point of contact with owner and on‑site representative and resolve site concerns, handle change orders, and obtain necessary customer/architect approvals
• Maintain schedule and budget, manage quality, risk, safety, and compliance
• Determine cost codes, approve invoices, manage budget decisions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent experience
• Current driver’s license
• Basic understanding of construction law and business practices
• Ability to travel up to 100%

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER I

Minimum 8 years of construction management or related experience.

The base pay range for this role is $144,300 Min - $216,500 Max.

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER II

Minimum 10 years of construction management or related experience.

The base pay range for this role is $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. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

BENEFITS

A few benefits offered include:

• 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

IMPORTANT NOTES

• 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.

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.