Project Manager I

About the Role

• Manage overall financial health of projects. • Support and lead EPC contract negotiations, including technical exhibits and project schedules. • Lead vendor procurement and bid/award phase for major subs and suppliers. • Develop and maintain project financial and equipment projections. • Allocate project estimate into financial system, determine cost codes, approve invoices. • Provide financials and billings to accounting, create monthly owner billings. • Manage subcontracts and suppliers, oversee budget and selection of trade partners. • Handle billings, contract management, and change orders. • Manage and develop Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, approve timecards, provide feedback.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸financial management
• ▸epc negotiations
• ▸vendor procurement
• ▸cost forecasting
• ▸billing management
• ▸team development

What You Bring

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Manager I to lead projects with professionalism, flexibility, and resourcefulness in a dynamic environment. This role involves managing project quality, timeliness, and safety, mentoring the project team, and developing strong customer relationships through excellent service and communication skills. The company does not sponsor visas and requires all candidates to be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship; unsolicited agency contacts are not accepted. • Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience. • Minimum six years of related experience. • Proven ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects. • Detail‑oriented with ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks. • Basic understanding of construction law and accepted business practices. • Preference for experience in commercial construction, renewable energy project development, EPC contracting, or emerging technologies. • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, project, and relevant web applications. • Positive, professional attitude and strong customer service skills. • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies. • Current driver’s license.

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸6+ years
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸detail‑oriented
• ▸customer service
• ▸driver's license

Benefits

The base pay range for this role is $113,500 – $170,300, with higher ranges for certain office locations. Base pay is positioned within the range based on knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity, and the position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. • Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans. • 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, and gym‑membership discount program.

Work Environment

Onsite