Energy Storage - Senior Project Manager I

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Project Manager I in our emerging Energy Storage Group. This role requires the ability to interact with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The ideal candidate will anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities, creatively solving problems and developing viable solutions. Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with attention to detail, are essential.

This is a traveling role requiring 100% travel in the United States on rotation, with locations including TX, AZ, CA, CO, NM, and the Midwest.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall financial health of projects.
• Support and potentially lead EPC contract negotiations with customers, including assembly of technical exhibits, scope of work, and project schedules to align with contract requirements.
• Lead vendor procurement and bid/award phases for all major subs and suppliers, including RFP creation, vendor solicitation, technical scoping, risk analysis, budget alignment, and contract negotiations.
• Develop and maintain project financial projections and equipment projections.
• Determine and allocate project estimates into the financial system.
• Determine cost codes, approve invoices, and make necessary budget management decisions.
• Provide financials and billings to Accounting for timely payment.
• Create monthly owner billings.
• Manage subcontracts and suppliers for the project.
• Oversee budget for and make selections of trade partners and suppliers.
• Handle billings and contract management, including contract buyouts.
• Manage Assistant Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s), including job assignments and career development.
• Approve timecards for on-site team members.
• Provide ongoing feedback on work performance.
• Function as the main point of contact with the owner and on-site representative.
• Assist with the review of the owner agreement and resolve site concerns for the owner or representative.
• Provide frequent interactions and service to build positive relationships and future work opportunities.
• Manage change orders, including determining when to submit to the owner or on-site representatives and obtaining customer/architect approval.
• Oversee all phases of utility-scale battery energy storage projects—from site development and civil work to electrical installation and commissioning—ensuring alignment with client goals, technical standards, and Mortenson’s values.
• Champion safety across the workforce, leading by example and enforcing Mortenson’s Zero Injury culture through proactive planning, training, and daily engagement.
• Drive financial and schedule performance by managing project budgets, forecasts, and schedules with precision.
• Ensure timely procurement, subcontractor coordination, and milestone delivery while maintaining profitability and client satisfaction.
• Identify and mitigate risks proactively, anticipating technical, contractual, environmental, or logistical risks and implementing mitigation strategies early.
• Lead contingency planning and ensure risk registers are actively maintained and communicated.
• Manage change with clarity and control, evaluating impacts, negotiating resolutions, and ensuring all scope, schedule, and cost changes are documented, approved, and reflected in project controls.
• Develop the next generation of leaders by mentoring Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers, providing clear expectations, and fostering followership through trust and accountability.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, serving as the primary point of contact for clients, utilities, consultants, and internal teams, facilitating transparent communication and resolving conflicts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of eight years of construction management or related experience.
• Proven ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects.
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Preference for candidates with experience in one or more of the following: commercial construction, renewable energy project development, EPC contracting, or emerging technologies.
• Intermediate-level skills in Microsoft Office, project management software, and pertinent web applications.
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
• Current driver’s license.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include 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.

Pay

The base compensation 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 several factors, including an individual’s knowledge, skill, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.