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Assistant Project Manager

$102k - $137.7k

Mortenson Construction

Assistant Project Manager
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager who will be responsible for partnering with the project manager from bid preparation through final client acceptance. Lead, coach, and mentor project team members.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform cost control and financial management

Work with Preconstruction on project estimate and schedule

Coordinate scopes of work

Review and compile pay applications, change requests, and other project financial documentation

Partner with the Project Manager or Construction Executive

Draft client proposals

Contract administration and management

Award subcontracts

Provide direction to the project team for safe and timely project completion

Act as liaison for project engineers, mentor and coach others

Provide job assignments and manage career development

Direct responsibilities and guide Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s)

Manage subcontractors and suppliers for the project

Supervise budget for and make recommendations for subcontractors and trade partners

Lead project buyout with subcontractors and trade partners

Facilitate and lead meetings between subcontractors related to project coordination

Other duties as assigned, including:

Perform on-site Project Manager duties on small scope projects

Implement a quality plan that ensures the customer's specified performance criteria in design and construction

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

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or

equivalent experience

Minimum five years of related previous experience

Current driver's license

Shown ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects

Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks

Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices

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

Shown positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills

Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies

Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

Ability to travel up to 100%

Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affinity plans and their intended use

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 $102,000 - $137,700.

(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%). This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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.

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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.

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