Project Executive - Construction

About the Role

• Establish and maintain successful customer and community relationships • Conduct key customer service visits from pre‑construction through close‑out • Review proposals and participate in RFP processes • Serve as primary customer contact for assigned projects • Support business development and maintain customer relationships • Oversee large projects with accountability • Manage contract administration, including terms, change requests, and invoices • Maintain project budgets, costs, and pricing for profitable delivery • Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for the project team

Key Responsibilities

• ▸contract admin
• ▸budget management
• ▸project oversight
• ▸site visits
• ▸rfp review
• ▸client relations

What You Bring

Mortenson seeks an experienced Project Executive I to provide overall management for large projects, lead the project team, and ensure strong customer relations while supporting operating groups in winning work. The role requires flexibility, resourcefulness, proactivity, efficiency, professionalism, and confidentiality when interacting with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, and the company does not accept unsolicited agency communications without a valid agreement. • Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management (or equivalent) • Minimum 10 years’ experience overseeing large construction projects • Ability to manage development through closeout for multiple complex projects • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills • Basic understanding of construction law and business practices • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office, project software, and web applications • Positive professional attitude and strong customer service skills • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies • Valid driver’s license • Knowledge of EEOP, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative action plans

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸10+ years
• ▸project management
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸detail oriented
• ▸customer service

Benefits

The base pay range for this role is $168,100‑$252,200, with higher ranges for specific office locations (Denver, CO and Chicago, IL +5%; Seattle, WA and Portland, OR +10%; Washington, D.C. +12.5%). Compensation is positioned within the range based on knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity considerations. • Medical, prescription drug, and vision coverage at no additional cost • Dental plan • 401(k) with generous Mortenson match • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves • Employer‑paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance • No‑cost mental health tools and concierge resources • Tuition reimbursement • Adoption assistance • Gym membership discount program

Work Environment

Onsite