Senior Project Manager I - Solar

Mortenson Construction; Town of Texas (WI); Remote; USD 140,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in construction is seeking a Senior Project Manager I to lead multiple projects within the Solar Group. This role emphasizes leadership, financial oversight, and relationship management, ensuring project quality and safety. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in construction management and a strong customer service orientation. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative solutions and making a positive impact in the renewable energy sector. If you are a dedicated leader with integrity and a passion for excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Employer paid Life and disability insurance

No-Cost mental health tool

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of construction management/project management experience.
• Ability to manage multiple large complex projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise overall financial health of projects and maintain budgets.
• Lead project teams, providing coaching and career development.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Management

Financial Acumen

Customer Service

Microsoft Office

Education

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

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager I to join our Solar Group to provide overall leadership direction to multiple projects or a mega project, to include the management of project quality, timeliness, safety, demonstration of financial acumen, as well as mentoring the project team. You will develop and enhance customer and partner relationships by providing a superior service experience.

This is the perfect opportunity for those experienced project managers, who enjoy leading from the front, managing stakeholder groups across all levels, and coaching team members. If you are inventive, dedicated and lead with a high-level of integrity and humility this is the right role for you.

Current Locations: TX, CO, FL, CA

Travel: This is a 100% travel position so locations may vary based on the project. Mortenson hires for a career and not a project. When your project is complete you will be assigned to another project.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise overall financial health of projects


• Develop and maintain project financial and equipment projections


• Oversee the monthly financial reporting cycle and reporting to leadership


• Allocate project estimates into the financial system, determine cost codes, approve invoices


• Support or directly oversee project partners (design consultants, suppliers, subcontractors and owner interfaces with their 3rd party partners)


• Provide financials and billings to Accounting, create monthly owner billings


• Handle subcontracts and suppliers, manage budget and selections


• Lead project team and provide coaching, career development and job assignments


• Function as main point of contact with owner and on-site representative


• Resolve site concerns, handle change orders, and obtain necessary approvals


• Manage change orders, providing guidance to the project teams and reviewing for approvals


• Maintain schedule and budget, manage quality, 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


• Self-Perform experience managing large complex projects


• Solar experience preferred


• Ability to fulfill responsibilities for multiple, large complex projects


• 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


• Current driver's license


• Ability to travel up to 100%

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• 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

The base pay range for this role is $140,800 - $211,200. (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.


• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

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ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. Let's Redefine Possible

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.