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Assistant Preconstruction Manager/Asst. Design Phase Manager - Solar

M. A. Mortenson Company
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

Job Description

Mortenson is currently seeking an Assistant Design Phase Manager / Assistant Preconstruction Manager to join our Solar 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 Assistant Design Phase Manager is 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 the Design Phase Manager with project leadership during the design phase of larger-scale projects. May work on two projects simultaneously or one larger project.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone who is looking to embark on a career journey within a growing company, where you'll get to use your leadership, technical, and relationship building skills to design impactful projects from the ground up.

Travel : once a month or more, varies on project and if located outside of Minnesota

Locations : MN, TX, CA FL

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead project team to achieve schedule alignment, integrated team experience, and construction readiness
  • Establish and manage project budget and scope expectations
  • Manage budget trending logs and associated communications
  • Support Design Phase Manager / Project Executive with design phase cost issues
  • Create and manage project schedules and key milestones
  • Lead due diligence for permitting and code compliance
  • Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained
  • Manage proposal and design phase in alignment with estimates and RFPs
  • Coordinate and manage proposal process during active RFPs
  • Align design documents and project execution plans with stakeholders
  • Identify and resolve technical design and specification concerns
  • Manage / attend project site visits during pursuit and design phases
  • Coordinate design reviews with Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) team
  • Handle bid packages and contract manuals
  • Coordinate Design Phase meetings with Owner, Design partners, and internal team
  • Support negotiations for agreements with owners, designers, trade partners, etc.
  • Coordinate Risk and Legal review of EPC Agreement and key Exhibits
  • Ensure timely constructability reviews by project teams
  • Assist in developing and aligning project margin plans
  • Foster integrated team experience through communication and collaboration
  • Manage, mentor, and guide design phase team engineers and project / field engineers
  • Manage project transition to project management team
  • Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
  • Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field
  • Minimum five years of 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 25%
  • Construction, solar or renewable energy experience preferred
  • A few benefits offered include :

    for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25 hours / week)

  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with a 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
  • The base pay range for this role is $99,500 MIN - $134,300 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations : Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

    Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
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  • ABOUT MORTENSON

    As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), 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. Let's Redefine Possible®

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
  • Salary : $99,500 - $134,300

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