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Construction Electrical Project Manager I - Solar

Mortenson Construction
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026

Mortenson seeks an experienced Electrical Project Manager I to join our Solar group to lead projects with flexibility, resourcefulness, and professionalism. Responsibilities include anticipating and solving problems, managing project quality, timeliness, safety, and mentoring the project team. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail are essential. Develop and enhance customer relationships by providing exceptional service.

If you're looking for a challenging opportunity to use your electrical expertise while leading a project team on utility scale solar projects, then this is the right role for you.

Location: Must be open to any location in the continental United States.

Travel: This is a 100% travel position; locations may vary based on the project. Mortenson hires for a career and not a project. When your project is complete you will be assigned to another project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage overall financial health of projects
  • Develop and maintain project financial and equipment projections
  • Allocate project estimate into financial system and determine cost codes
  • Approve invoices and manage budget decisions
  • Provide financials and billings to Accounting for timely payment
  • Create monthly owner billings
  • Manage subcontracts and suppliers, including contract buyouts
  • Oversee budget and select trade partners and suppliers
  • Manage Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, including job assignments and career development

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field
  • Minimum eight years of electrical construction management and/or electrical design experience
  • Minimum one year of experience with project completion from mobilization to turnover
  • Proficiency in medium and high voltage technical knowledge
  • Specialized knowledge/experience in electrical control, substations, t-line, etc.
  • Utility scale solar experience preferred
  • Self-perform experience preferred
  • SCADA experience preferred
  • Current driver's license
  • Knowledge of NEC code and NE safety code
  • Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
  • Detail-oriented to manage multiple project tasks
  • Basic understanding of construction law and business practices
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, Project, and web applications
  • Positive, professional attitude with strong customer service skills
  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
  • Active listening skills and effective communication
  • Ability to travel up to 100%
  • Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans

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 $125,600 - $188,400. (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. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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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.


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

 

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