Senior Design Phase Manager - Sports & Entertainment

About the Role

• Lead design phase team to ensure customer experience, financial performance, and smooth transition to construction. • Align scope, budget, and schedule; ensure construction readiness. • Establish and manage project budget, scope expectations, and budget trending logs. • Create and manage project schedules and key milestones; hold team accountable. • Obtain regulatory approvals and permits. • Align design documents with project execution plan. • Prepare bid packages and contract manuals. • Resolve technical design and specification issues. • Develop or review project margin plans; minimize risk and enhance opportunities. • Serve as primary contact with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners. • Monitor and measure project success factors. • Foster 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 stakeholders at all organizational levels. • Lead by example, provide coaching, feedback, and manage performance.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸design leadership
• ▸scope management
• ▸budget control
• ▸schedule coordination
• ▸regulatory approvals
• ▸bid preparation

What You Bring

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Design Phase Manager who can interact with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment. The role requires flexibility, resourcefulness, proactivity, and professionalism while maintaining confidentiality. The manager must anticipate problems, devise creative solutions, and communicate effectively to translate the owner’s vision into design and construction parameters. The position may involve overseeing two projects simultaneously or one larger effort. Mortenson’s postings typically remain open for a minimum of five days, averaging 44 days. The company does not accept unsolicited agency communications without a valid agreement. • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Estimating, or related field. • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience. • Strong risk management skills. • Proficient in Microsoft Office, project management, and web applications at an intermediate level. • Excellent active listening and communication; openness to diverse input and feedback. • Ability to travel up to 100%. • Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative action plans. • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸10+ years
• ▸risk management
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸active listening
• ▸travel 100%

Benefits

The role offers a base salary ranging from $144,300 to $216,500, with higher rates in select locations, and eligibility for an incentive plan. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and various wellness programs. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship; sponsorship is not available. • Medical and prescription drug plans with vision coverage at no additional cost. • Dental plan. • 401(k) retirement plan with 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. • Base pay range $144,300‑$216,500 (higher in select locations) plus eligibility for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time