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M. A. Mortenson

EV Microgrid Design Phase Manager I

M. A. Mortenson, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400


Job Description

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a Top 25 builder, developer, and EPC, our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Summary:

Mortenson is currently seeking a

Design Phase Manager

to join our

EV & Microgrid Group

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

Design Phase Manager

must have a strong

Electrical

background and will partner with Construction Executives to provide dedicated design phase services to project owners and design teams. Strong communication skills are necessary as you will coordinate with staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment. Your ability to remain flexible, inventive, dedicated, and efficient with a high level of integrity and confidentiality is vital to your success in this role.

Hiring Locations: MN, CO, AZ, TX

Responsibilities:Lead team members in resourcefulness, self-starting work habits, problem solving based on information and good judgementResponsible for the mentoring, management, and timely performance evaluation of Design Phase ManagersAct as primary point of contact with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners during the design phaseLearn and understand owner's project needs, goals, and requirementsPromote and facilitate open communication and issue resolution between team membersDefine and track critical success factors to be incorporated into the PES processTrack and handle change management decisions with owners and trade partnersLead the design development

Translate the owner's vision into a constructible design solution within the overall project scope, budget, and scheduleProvide direction and input on preferred construction means, methods, and materials for incorporation into the construction documentsProvide input which supports overall project constructability and logisticsObtain, review, and coordinate information from design assist trade partnersIncorporate trade partner recommendations and preferences into design documents where appropriateLead the estimating team in translating the design solution into technical and financial cost documentationIncludes preparation of value engineering, budget, and life cycle cost estimatesLead the design phase team in making critical project decisions at the right time to maintain the design schedule, and developing and accepting solutions to design issues that support the project scope, budget, schedule, and goalsCoordinate the efforts of multiple design entities contracted with MortensonCoordinate, review, and submit design documents to the ownerDevelops, identifies, and coordinates initial project VDC requirementsAcquire services of consultants and trade partners

Procure critical scopes of work early in the projectDevelop and implement a buyout plan that transfers design and construction risk to trade partners at the appropriate timeSupervise budget and make recommendations for trade partner selections with the design team, keeping within project schedule and budget parametersSolicit, select, and contract with designers for design-build projectsAssist on-site project teams

Obtain input from the team to support a single project vision between Mortenson's design and on-site project teamsAssure applicable permits are in place to begin constructionUtilize Mortenson standard financial and project management control procedures to ensure a smooth transition to on-site project management activitiesInitiate, facilitate, and lead early meetings between trade partners related to project coordination if requested by on-site project teamDevelop and run preliminary on-site logistics and utilization plans until on-site project team is assigned to projectOther duties as assigned, including :

Act as the Project Manager until a full-time project manager is identifiedProvide mentorship to employees encouraging development and growthProvide design solution input to business development and estimating departments as requestedQualifications:

Fulfill development responsibilities for complex battery storage projectsDetail orientation sufficient to organize and handle multiple project tasksRisk management skillsMicrosoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate levelPositive professional attitude, and strong customer service skillsInterpret and communicate Mortenson policies effectivelyResolve cross-cultural conflict in a culturally appropriate mannerOpen to change based on diverse input and feedbackEffectively work with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levelsAdaptive, effective communication and active listening skillsKnowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and inclusive behaviorsStrong cross-cultural relationship building and influencing at all organizational levelsTrack record of including diverse team members when assigning challenging and high-profile tasksDetailed understanding of the fundamentals of construction and building designMinimum 10 years of related field experienceEducation:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field

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

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

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