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Senior MEP Project Manager I

Mortenson Construction
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 3/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior MEP Project Manager I to lead and manage Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) projects or MEP scopes on medium to large projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and safety, mentoring the project team, potentially overseeing multiple projects, and developing strong customer relationships through excellent service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage overall project financial health, including projections, budgeting, and invoicing

  • Oversee subcontractor and supplier selections, billings, and contract management

  • Direct 3-D coordination and commissioning processes, ensuring conflict resolution and testing

  • Lead project closeout activities, including manuals, model turnover, and training

  • Supervise and develop Assistant Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s)

  • Serve as main contact for owner, resolving site concerns and building relationships

  • Manage change orders and obtain necessary approvals

  • Ensure quality, risk, safety, and compliance throughout the project

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field experience

  • Basic understanding of construction law and business practices

  • Active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback

  • Ability to travel up to 100%

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

  • Minimum eight years construction management experience, preferably with a Mechanical or Electrical Contractor

  • Current driver's license

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 $144,300 MIN - $216,500 MAX. (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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