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Design Phase Engineer

Mortenson Construction
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/9/2026

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experiencedDesign Phase Engineer I andIIto translate owner's project expectations into design drawings, specifications, and schedules, and provide financial cost documentation.Strong communicationskills are necessary as you will coordinate with staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment. Your ability toremainflexible, inventive, dedicated, and efficient witha high levelof integrity and confidentiality is vital to your success in this role.

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the project team in achieving scope and budget alignment, schedule alignment, an integrated team experience, construction readiness, and excellent financial performance

  • Assistwithestablishingand managing project budget and scope expectations, budget trending logs, and any associated communications and resources

  • Create and manage project schedules and key milestones, hold team members accountable for reaching set milestones

  • Assistin regulatory approval andpermittingprocess

  • Identifytechnical design and specification concerns, escalate as needed to achieve resolution

  • Provide meaningful recommendations to project's programming and conceptual design activities, ensuring constructability andlogisticssolutions in project design

  • Coordinate with integrated construction team to incorporate BIM/VDC modeling technology into project design phase

  • Assistwith project proposal development

  • Prepare bid packages and contract manuals for subcontractors and suppliers in conjunction with project planning team

  • Analyze and track LEED requirements

  • Coordinate document and electronic interface processing

  • Model and set the tone for extraordinary customer relations

  • Gathering feedback and clarification during design process, andidentifyfuture projects

  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Manager, Estimating, or equivalent field

  • Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills

  • Detail orientation sufficient to organize and handle multiple project tasks

  • Possess basic understanding of construction law andgenerally acceptedbusiness practices

  • Microsoft Office, Project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level

  • Positive professional attitude, and strong customer service skills

  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies to employees and outside parties

  • Open to change based on diverse input and feedback

  • Effectively work with those of diverse backgrounds and at all levels of the organization

  • Adaptive, effective communication and active listening skills

  • Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and inclusive behaviors

  • Consistent record of including diverse members when assigning challenging and high-profile tasks

  • Ability to travel up to 100%

Design Phase Engineer I

  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum of two year's relevant experience

  • The base pay range for this role is $84,100 - $113,500

Design Phase Engineer II

  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum four years relevant experience

  • The base pay range for this role is $93,400 - $126,100

  • (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.

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 conciergewith extensive work-life resources

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Gym Membership Discount Program

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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.

 

Salary : $84,100 - $113,500

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