Design Phase Manager - Sports

About the Role

• Manage design process and define project expectations with owners • Facilitate solicitation, selection, and contracting with designers for design‑build projects • Develop and present project proposals • Create detailed design‑phase and baseline construction schedules • Conduct construction planning, including subcontractor selection and site utilization • Lead design team to incorporate constructability, logistics, and customer expectations • Guide estimating team on technical design and cost documentation • Manage design‑phase costs, including estimates, value engineering, and budgeting • Ensure regulatory approvals and risk management compliance • Implement LEED tracking and analysis • Mentor and oversee design‑phase team members, providing resources and support • Conduct performance evaluations and participate in hiring decisions • Model exceptional customer relations and gather feedback • Manage site work and logistics efficiently, suggest improvements

Key Responsibilities

• ▸design management
• ▸contractor selection
• ▸schedule development
• ▸construction planning
• ▸cost management
• ▸leed tracking

What You Bring

Mortenson is looking for an experienced Design Phase Manager I who can interact with staff at all levels, remain flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient in a dynamic environment. The role requires anticipating and solving problems creatively while ensuring the owner’s vision is translated into design solutions and construction parameters. The manager may handle two projects simultaneously or one larger project. • Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or related field • Minimum six years of relevant experience • Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem‑solving, and leadership skills • Detail‑oriented with ability to manage multiple project tasks • Basic understanding of construction law and business practices • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office, project, and web applications • Positive, professional attitude with strong customer service skills • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies • Willingness to travel up to 100% of the time

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸6+ years
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸teamwork
• ▸problem solving
• ▸design management

Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $113,500 – $170,300, with higher ranges for certain office locations, and the role is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is not available, and applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Postings typically remain open for a minimum of five days, averaging 44 days. • 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 tool and concierge with work‑life resources • Tuition reimbursement • Adoption assistance • Gym membership discount program

Work Environment

Office Full-Time