Strategic Market Intelligence Leader

Mortenson; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

401k match

PTO and leaves

Life, AD&D, disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Manager of Market Intelligence to develop insights that guide executive decisions, long-term planning, and business development. Lead research initiatives, produce executive-ready analyses, and partner with senior leaders to embed market perspectives across Mortenson’s planning processes.

You will translate complex data into clear actions, develop reports and presentations for executives, and collaborate across functions to drive informed decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Market Research, or related field is required.
• Minimum 5-7 years in market intelligence, market research, consulting, industry analysis, or related work.
• Experience leading complex research initiatives and presenting to senior leadership.
• Strong business judgement and ability to connect market signals to business implications.
• Skilled in quantitative and qualitative research and synthesis of multiple information sources.
• Experience with market assessments, competitive intelligence, economic analysis, or industry research.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, market research platforms and subscriptions, AI-driven tools, and collaboration tools; adaptability in learning new technologies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for executive audiences.
• Strong listening skills and openness to diverse feedback.
• Understanding of construction industry dynamics, trends, and regulations.
• Current driver's license.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Lead market assessments and research aligned with strategic business needs.
• Develop executive-level insights on market, economic, and competitive dynamics.
• Collaborate with leaders to integrate market perspectives into planning.
• Analyze economic trends and construction-specific indicators.
• Monitor and interpret competitor strategies and market shifts.
• Assess industry consolidation and M&A activity.
• Analyze public company earnings reports and investor materials for market signals.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative research to evaluate markets and opportunities.
• Develop executive-level reports and presentations.

Skills

Market intelligence

Executive communication

Quantitative research

Qualitative research

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Adaptability to new tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Market Research, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Market research platforms

AI-driven tools

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Manager of Market Intelligence to develop insights that guide executive decisions, long-term planning, and business development. Lead research initiatives, produce executive-ready analyses, and partner with senior leaders to embed market perspectives across Mortenson’s planning processes.

You will translate complex data into clear actions, develop reports and presentations for executives, and collaborate across functions to drive informed decision-making.