Senior Project Manager I

Mortenson; Rayville (LA); 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

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (Controls Lead) to oversee the financial health and overall leadership of multiple projects. You will mentor team members and maintain customer relationships while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least eight years of related experience. The position requires a current driver's license and the ability to travel up to 100%.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of construction management/project management or related experience.
• Ability to fulfill responsibilities for multiple, large complex projects.
• Current driver’s license and ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Supervise overall financial health of projects.
• Develop and maintain project financial projections.
• Lead Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers.

Skills

Construction management

Financial management

Effective communication

Leadership

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (Controls Lead) to provide overall leadership direction to one large project or multiple projects, including the management of project quality, timeliness, safety, and 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.

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, 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
• Function 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 or Construction Management, or equivalent experience
• Minimum eight years of construction management/project 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
• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level
• 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%

A Few Benefits Offered Include

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes 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

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 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.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

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.

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

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.