Design Phase Manager I

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the design process and work closely with customers/owners to define project expectations
• Facilitate solicitation, selection, and contracting with designers for design-build projects
• Develop and present project proposals
• Create detailed project design phase and baseline construction schedules
• Conduct detailed construction planning, including subcontractor selections and site utilization
• Lead design team in incorporating constructability, logistics, and customer expectations
• Guide estimating team in developing technical design aspects and cost documentation
• Manage design phase costs, including estimates, value engineering, and budget management
• Ensure regulatory approvals and risk management requirements are met
• Implement LEED tracking and analysis
• Oversee and mentor design phase team members, providing resources and support
• Conduct performance evaluations and participate in hiring decisions
• Model exceptional customer relations and gather feedback during the design process
• Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing improvement suggestions
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field
• Minimum of six years relevant experience
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• 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
• 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 $113,500 - $170,300. (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.
• Please make note:
• 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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