Senior Project Manager I

SupportFinity™; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 144,300 - 216,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & vision coverage

Dental plan

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Life insurance (employer-paid)

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Project Manager I to provide leadership on a large project or multiple projects, focusing on quality, timeliness, safety, and mentoring the project team. The role requires strong written and verbal communication, and interaction with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates have a solid background in construction management, a willingness to travel up to 100%, and a commitment to ethical, confidential operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial health of projects.
• Develop and maintain project financials and equipment projections.
• Allocate estimates into the financial system, determine cost codes, and approve invoices.
• Provide financials and billings to Accounting, and create monthly owner billings.
• Handle subcontracts and suppliers, manage budget and selections.
• Lead Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, providing job assignments and training.
• Act as main point of contact with owner and on-site representative.
• Resolve site concerns, handle change orders, and obtain necessary approvals.
• Maintain schedule and budget, manage quality, risk, safety, and compliance.

Skills

Project management

Active listening

Communication

Construction knowledge

Policy interpretation

Travel flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Project

PM software

Job description

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager I to provide overall leadership direction to one large project or multiple projects, including management of project quality, timeliness, safety, and mentoring the project team. This role involves developing and improving customer relationships by providing excellent service, utilizing strong written and verbal communication skills, and interacting with staff at all levels in an ever‑changing environment. Flexibility, inventiveness, dedication, and efficiency with high integrity and confidentiality are vital to success.

Responsibilities

• Supervise overall financial health of projects
• Develop and maintain project financial and equipment projections
• Allocate project estimates into the financial system, determine cost codes, and approve invoices
• Provide financials and billings to Accounting, and create monthly owner billings
• Handle subcontracts and suppliers, manage budget and selections
• Lead Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, providing job assignments and training
• Act as main point of contact with owner and on‑site representative
• Resolve site concerns, handle change orders, and obtain necessary approvals
• Maintain schedule and budget, manage quality, risk, safety, and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
• Minimum eight years of construction management or related experience
• Ability to fulfill responsibilities for multiple, large complex projects
• Active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, project management, and pertinent web applications
• Positive professional attitude and strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to travel up to 100%

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401(k) 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

Pay & Incentives

The base pay range for this role is $144,300 MIN – $216,500 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 an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

Visa and Employment Requirements

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B, O-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). The company cannot 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 for employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected category.