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Design Phase Executive I

Mortenson Construction
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/29/2026

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Design Phase Executive I to provide advanced project leadership during the design phase as it relates to customer experience, financial performance, schedule, estimating, design and planning resulting in a smooth transition to construction operations. You may provide mentorship and oversight on multiple projects at a time and/or actively lead a large, complex 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve as primary contact for owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners during design phase

  • Oversee project budget, scope, and associated communications

  • Manage overall project schedule through people management and achievement tracking

  • Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained

  • Align design documents with project execution plan

  • Resolve technical design and specification concerns

  • Review project margin plans and develop financial strategies

  • Establish and monitor project success factors for all stakeholders

  • Create an integrated team experience through role clarity and communication

QUALIFICATIONS

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

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

  • Demonstrate the ability to fulfill development responsibilities for complex projects

  • Detail orientation sufficient to organize and handle multiple project tasks

  • Risk management skills

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

  • Positive professional attitude, and strong customer service skills

  • Interpret and communicate Mortenson policies effectively

  • Ability to resolve cross-cultural conflict in a culturally appropriate manner

  • Previous experience leading and providing oversight to integrated project teams

  • Previous experience in design build construction work and conceptual estimating

  • Minimum of 15 years relevant experience

  • Ability to travel up to 100%

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

The base pay range for this role is $168,100 - $252,200. (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. 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.

 

Salary : $168,100 - $252,200

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