Strategic Cost Control & EPC Project Lead

Mortenson Construction; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

401k with match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects with professionalism, flexibility, and resourcefulness in a dynamic environment. You will oversee project quality, timeliness, and safety while mentoring the project team and developing strong customer relationships through exemplary service and communication.

The role emphasizes managing financial health, negotiating EPC contracts, and leading procurement, with opportunities to develop junior staff and maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum six years of related previous experience.
• Proven ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects.
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Preference for candidates with experience in commercial construction, renewable energy project development, EPC contracting, or emerging technologies.
• Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level.
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
• Current driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall financial health of projects.
• Support and lead EPC contract negotiations, including technical exhibits and project schedules.
• Lead vendor procurement and bid/award phase for major subs and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain project financial and equipment projections.
• Allocate project estimate into financial system, determine cost codes, approve invoices.
• Provide financials and billings to accounting, create monthly owner billings.
• Manage subcontracts and suppliers, oversee budget and selections of trade partners.
• Handle billings, contract management, and change orders.
• Manage and develop Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, approve timecards, provide feedback.

Skills

Project management

Detail orientation

Customer service

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project

Job description

Mortenson Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects with professionalism, flexibility, and resourcefulness in a dynamic environment. You will oversee project quality, timeliness, and safety while mentoring the project team and developing strong customer relationships through exemplary service and communication.

The role emphasizes managing financial health, negotiating EPC contracts, and leading procurement, with opportunities to develop junior staff and maintain