Design Phase Executive

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Design Phase Executive I in our Power Delivery group to provide advanced project leadership during the design phase as it relates to customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design and planning resulting in a smooth transition to construction operations. You may provide mentorship and oversight on multiple projects at a time and/or actively lead a large, complex project. Strong communication skills are necessary as you will interact 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. 

Location: Minneapolis, MN

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Serve as primary contact for owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners during design phase 
• Oversee project budget, scope, and associated communications 
• Manage overall project schedule through people management and achievement tracking 
• Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained 
• Align design documents with project execution plan 
• Resolve technical design and specification concerns 
• Review project margin plans and develop financial strategies 
• Establish and monitor project success factors for all stakeholders 
• Create an integrated team experience through role clarity and communication 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field  
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills 
• Demonstrate the ability to fulfill development responsibilities for complex projects 
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and handle multiple project tasks 
• Risk management skills 
• Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level 
• Positive professional attitude, and strong customer service skills 
• Interpret and communicate Mortenson policies effectively  
• Ability to resolve cross-cultural conflict in a culturally appropriate manner 
• Previous experience leading and providing oversight to integrated project teams 
• Previous experience in design build construction work and conceptual estimating  
• Minimum of 15 years relevant experience 
• Ability to travel up to 25%