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Mortenson

ASSISTANT DESIGN PHASE MANAGER-SOLAR

Mortenson, Portland, Maine, us, 04122


Assistant Design Phase Manager/Preconstruction-Solar

Overview:

Mortenson’s success is not a matter of luck; it’s a result of our ingenuity, expertise, and exceptional people coupled with our unparalleled focus on customer service.

Our foundation and culture are based upon our company values of trust, safety, teamwork, responsibility, service, and stewardship. We are inspired by a compelling purpose to build structures and facilities for the advancement of modern society and a mission to create an exceptional customer experience. Mortenson has built a reputation for being a leader in our industry and in the communities in which we live and work.

It all starts with our extraordinary people and collaborative teams. Mortenson has been voted a "best place to work" over 40 times since 2002…

…What are you waiting for?!

Position is located in Golden Valley, MN

Summary:

Mortenson is currently seeking a

Assistant Design Phase Manager/Preconstruction-Solar

with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Assistant Design Phase Manager responsible for providing technical project leadership during the design phase as it relates to customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design and planning that results in a smooth transition to construction operations. Provide project leadership during the design phase of smaller scale projects and/or support Design Phase Manager with project leadership during the design phase of larger scale projects. May work on two (2) projects simultaneously or one (1) larger project.

Responsibilities:

Lead the Mortenson project team in achieving, schedule alignment, an integrated team experience, and construction readiness

Establish and manage project budget and scope expectations, budget trending logs, and any associated communications and resources

Support Design Phase Manager and/or Project Executive with management of design phase cost issues

Create and manage project schedules and key achievements, hold team members accountable for reaching set achievements during the design phase

Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained

Ensure proper alignment of design documents and project execution plan

Responsible for bid packages (designer and/or trade partner), third party reviewer bid packages, and contract manuals

Support Design Phase Manager and/or Construction Executive with negotiating agreements, including but not limited to owners, designers, trade partners, critical equipment purchase agreements and third-party review consultants

Identify and resolve technical design and specification concerns

Ensure Mortenson project teams conduct timely constructability reviews

Assist in project margin plan development

Foster an integrated team experience through communication and collaboration

Manage, mentor, and guide design phase team engineers and project/field engineers supporting pre-construction efforts to ensure clear direction and career growth

Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance

All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum five years relevant experience

Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks

Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices

Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level

Shown positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills

Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies

Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use

Ability to travel up to 30%

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field

Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

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