Senior Project Manager I

About the Role

• Supervise overall financial health of projects • Develop and maintain project financial and equipment projections • Allocate project estimates into the financial system, determine cost codes, approve invoices • Provide financials and billings to Accounting, create monthly owner billings • Handle subcontracts and suppliers, manage budget and selections • Lead Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, provide job assignments and training • Serve as main point of contact with owner and on-site representative • Resolve site concerns, handle change orders, and obtain necessary approvals • Maintain schedule and budget, manage quality, risk, safety, and compliance

Key Responsibilities

• ▸financial management
• ▸cost coding
• ▸billing
• ▸budget tracking
• ▸schedule control
• ▸owner liaison

What You Bring

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager I to lead one large or multiple projects, overseeing quality, timeliness, safety, and mentoring the team. The role involves developing and improving customer relationships through excellent service, with strong written and verbal communication to interact with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment. Flexibility, creativity, dedication, efficiency, high integrity, and confidentiality are essential for success. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Postings typically remain open for a minimum of five days and an average of 44 days. • Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience • Minimum eight years of construction management/project management or related experience • Ability to manage multiple large, complex projects • Strong active listening and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback • Basic understanding of construction law and standard business practices • Intermediate proficiency 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 and ability to travel up to 100%

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸8+ years
• ▸construction mgmt
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸customer service
• ▸driver's license

Benefits

The position offers a base salary range of $144,300 to $216,500, with higher ranges for certain locations (Denver, Chicago, Seattle, Portland, Washington, D.C.). Base pay is set based on knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity, and the role is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. • Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans with no additional cost • 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

Work Environment

Onsite