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Mortenson

Senior Project Manager I

dekalb, IL

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Mortenson lists this Senior Project Manager I opportunity in dekalb, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Senior Project Manager I  

SUMMARY   

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager I to provide overall leadership direction to one large project or multiple projects to include the management of project quality, timeliness, safety, as well as mentoring the project team. You will develop and improve customer relationships by providing excellent service.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary as you will be interacting 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.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise overall financial health of projects  

Develop and maintain project financial and equipment projections  

Allocate project estimates into the financial system, determine cost codes, approve invoices  

Provide financials and billings to Accounting, create monthly owner billings  

Handle subcontracts and suppliers, manage budget and selections  

Lead Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, provide job assignments and training  

Function as main point of contact with owner and on-site representative  

Resolve site concerns, handle change orders, and obtain necessary approvals  

Maintain schedule and budget, manage quality, risk, safety, and compliance  

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience   

Minimum eight years of construction management/project management or related experience  

Ability to fulfill responsibilities for multiple, large complex projects  

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

Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business 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   

Current driver’s license  

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 concierge with extensive work-life resources  

Tuition reimbursement   

Adoption Assistance    

Gym Membership Discount Program    

The base pay range for this role is $144,300 - $216,500. (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.

Worksite address

dekalb, IL, 60115, US

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