Preconstruction Design Phase Manager - Solar

Mortenson is seeking an experienced

Preconstruction Design Phase Manager (DPM)

to join our Solar group who can interact with staff at all levels, remain flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient in a dynamic environment, anticipate and solve problems creatively, and ensure the owner’s vision is translated into design solutions and construction parameters, while demonstrating excellent communication skills and attention to detail, and potentially managing two projects simultaneously or one larger project.
As a DPM, youll use your utility scale solar experience to actively engage with a variety of stakeholders (EORs, clients, internal team members) to manage the design process. Youll skillfully guide and facilitate conversations ensuring alignment between all parties while connecting the dots across technical and financial domains. You see the bigger picture but can also work through contract details and analyze risk. Youre a project manager at heart who wants to get in at the ground level.

Location:

Any home base location in the continental United States; preference given to those that can work out of our MN- HQ (hybrid)
Travel:

flexible, varies based on project needs
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the design process and work closely with customers/owners to define project expectations
Facilitate solicitation, selection, and contracting with designers for design-build projects
Develop and present project proposals
Create detailed project design phase and baseline construction schedules
Conduct detailed construction planning, including subcontractor selections and site utilization
Lead design team in incorporating constructability, logistics, and customer expectations
Guide estimating team in developing technical design aspects and cost documentation
Manage design phase costs, including estimates, value engineering, and budget management
Ensure regulatory approvals and risk management requirements are met
Implement LEED tracking and analysis
Oversee and mentor design phase team members, providing resources and support
Conduct performance evaluations and participate in hiring decisions
Model exceptional customer relations and gather feedback during the design process
Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing improvement suggestions
Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field
Minimum of six years relevant experience
Utility scale solar experience preferred
Self-perform experience preferred
Construction and renewables experience preferred
Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level
Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
Ability to travel up to 50%

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 $113,500 - $170,300.

(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.

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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 Visaat this time.