Senior Project Manager I - Regional Travel

Mortenson; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 144,300 - 216,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership discount program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager I in Milwaukee, WI to lead large projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and safety. You will provide financial supervision, develop customer relationships, and mentor your project team. Candidates should have at least eight years of relevant experience and a degree in Construction or related fields. Benefits include medical plans, a 401(k) with a company match, paid time off, and more. The base pay range is between $144,300 and $216,500 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of construction management/project management or related experience.
• Ability to fulfill responsibilities for multiple, large complex projects.
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise overall financial health of projects.
• Develop and maintain project financial and equipment projections.
• Handle subcontracts and suppliers, manage budget and selections.

Skills

Active listening skills

Effective communication

Customer service skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Senior Project Manager I

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager I to lead one large project or multiple projects, overseeing project quality, timeliness, safety, and mentoring the project team. You will develop and improve customer relationships by providing excellent service and maintaining strong communication with staff at all levels in an ever‑changing environment.

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, 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 openness to diverse input and feedback
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, project, 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 50% to 75%

A Few Benefits Offered Include

• 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

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

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 race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected category.

Other Items To Note

• 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, 0‑1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.