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Senior Design Phase Manager I

Mortenson
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/14/2025

Summary :

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Design Phase Manager I 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. Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise; along with the capability to creatively problem solve and bring together viable solutions. Excellent written and verbal communications skills are vital, with attention to detail equally important. The Design Phase Manager will ensure the owner's vision is translated into design solutions and construction parameters through leadership of the design process and team members. May work on two projects simultaneously or one larger project.

Responsibilities :

Overall project leadership during the design phase as it relates to customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design, and planning which will result in a smooth transition to construction operations.

  • Lead the project team in achieving scope and budget alignment, schedule alignment, an integrated team experience, construction readiness, and excellent financial performance
  • Establish and manage project budget and scope expectations, budget trending logs and associated communications and resources
  • Create and manage project schedules and key milestones, hold team members accountable for reaching set milestones
  • Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained
  • Ensure proper alignment of design documents and project execution plan
  • Responsible for bid packages and contract manuals
  • Provide advanced resolution to technical design and specification concerns
  • Develop or review project margin plans, and develop strategies to minimize risk and enhance opportunity
  • Act as primary point of contact with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners during the design phase and lead the overall project team
  • Establish, monitor and measure against project success factors for customers, design partners, and Mortenson team
  • Responsible for establishing an integrated team experience by ensuring role clarity, proper communication, and facilitating a culture that fosters collaboration
  • Facilitate the solicitation, selection, and contracting with designers for design build projects
  • Manage, mentor, and guide design phase team members to ensure clear direction and career growth
  • Develop and / or lead the preparation and presentation of project proposals
  • 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 of 8 years relevant experience
  • Risk management skills
  • Microsoft Office, project and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level
  • Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
  • 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
  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
  • Valid driver's license
  • Education :

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field
  • Minimum of 10 years of related experience
  • 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 $140,800 - $211,200. (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.

    Please make note :

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

    Other Items to Note

  • 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.
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    Salary : $140,800 - $211,200

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