Senior Design Phase Manager I

SUMMARY

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Design Phase Manager to interact with various staff and manage projects effectively. Key responsibilities include leading the design phase, ensuring project success, managing budgets and schedules, obtaining regulatory approvals, and fostering an integrated team environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead project team during design phase to ensure customer experience, financial performance, and smooth transition to construction.
• Achieve scope, budget, and schedule alignment; ensure construction readiness.
• Create and manage project budgets, scope expectations, and budget trending logs.
• Establish and manage project schedules and key milestones; hold team accountable.
• Obtain regulatory approvals and permits.
• Align design documents with project execution plan.
• Handle bid packages and contract manuals.
• Resolve technical design and specification concerns.
• Develop or review project margin plans; minimize risk and enhance opportunities.
• Act as primary contact with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
• Monitor and measure project success factors.
• Foster an integrated team experience with clear roles and communication.
• Facilitate designer selection and contracting for design-build projects.
• Mentor and guide design phase team members for career growth.
• Develop and present project proposals.
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Lead by example, provide coaching and feedback, and manage performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field.
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Risk management skills.
• Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level.
• Active listening skills and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use.

BENEFITS

• Medical and prescription drug plans with 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.

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this role is $144,300 MIN - $216,500 MAX. (Actual range is higher for 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.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), Mortenson's 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 REDIFINE POSSIBLE

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

• 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.
• Mortenson by the numbers: 2025 revenue, regional offices across the US, team members, best workplace awards (last 5 years).
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