Design Phase Executive - Mission Critical / Data Centers

OverviewCompany 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.

Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.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 exceptional people and exceptional teams. Mortenson is honored to receive 40 Top Workplace Awards since 2002……What are you waiting for?The Big Picture : Do you have the aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues and opportunities as they arise? Are you capable of problem solving and bring together creative solutions?Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Design Phase Executive to provide advanced 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. You may provide mentorship and oversight on multiple mission critical relatedprojects at a time and / or actively lead a large, complex mission critical 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.Integral team member to business development efforts, focused on networking with potential customers, design partners and trade partners throughout positioning, proposal and conceptual estimating / design efforts.ResponsibilitiesWhat will you be doing?

Lead the

design processFor large, complex mission critical / data center projects, serve as primary point of contact with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners during the design phase and lead the overall project teamSupport business development efforts towards achieving annual selections and sales goalsResponsible for oversight and alignment of project budget and scope expectations, and any associated communications and resourcesResponsible for overall project schedule, manages through people management and achievement trackingEnsure regulatory approvals and permits are obtainedEnsure proper alignment of design documents and project execution planProvide advanced resolution to technical design and specification concernsReview project margin plans, and develop financial strategies to minimize risk and enhance opportunityResponsible for establishing project success factors for customers, design partners, and Mortenson team and to ensure the team is monitoring and measuring against these goalsResponsible for creating an integrated team experience by ensuring role clarity, proper communication, and facilitating a culture that fosters collaborationSupervise or facilitate the solicitation, selection, and contracting with designers for design build projectsFamiliar with all contract structures and delivery models, and assists in owner agreement contract negotiationsLead, mentor, and guide design phase team members to ensure clear direction and career growthDevelop and / or lead the preparation and presentation of project proposalsPerform market research for future design and construction opportunities; may take lead for specific market segmentOversight and supervision of design phase team membersMentor Design Phase Managers / Engineers and encourage career development and growthEnsure team members have resources and supportProvide work direction and performance evaluationsIdentify hiring needs and participate in hiring, discipline, and dismissal decisions if neededOther duties as assignedModel and set the tone for extraordinary customer relations, gathering feedback and clarification during design process, as well as identifying future projects and collaborationHandle site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvementQualificationsHow will you succeed?

Ability to lead team members in technical aspects of data center design development, including information technology (IT), connectivity, electrical power, mechanical cooling and utility infrastructure systems.Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skillsDemonstrate the ability to fulfill development responsibilities for complex 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 effectivelyAbility to resolve cross-cultural conflict in a culturally appropriate mannerPrevious experience leading and providing oversight to integrated project teamsPrevious experience in design build construction work and conceptual estimatingMinimum of 15 years relevant experienceEducation :

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent fieldThe ability to travel to project locations onan as need basisis required for this position.This position can be based remotelty as well.Mortenson is an EOE / Affirmative Action / M / F / Veteran / Disabled employer.#LI-BP1

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