Assistant Preconstruction Design Phase Manager – Solar

Mortenson

Assistant Design Phase Manager at Mortenson leading solar design phase projects. Collaborating with teams to ensure successful project execution and compliance.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $102,000 - $137,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead project team to achieve schedule alignment, integrated team experience, and construction readiness
Establish and manage project budget and scope expectations
Manage budget trending logs and associated communications
Support Design Phase Manager/Project Executive with design phase cost issues
Create and manage project schedules and key milestones
Lead due diligence for permitting and code compliance
Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained
Manage proposal and design phase in alignment with estimates and RFPs
Coordinate and manage proposal process during active RFPs
Align design documents and project execution plans with stakeholders
Identify and resolve technical design and specification concerns
Manage/attend project site visits during pursuit and design phases
Coordinate design reviews with Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) team
Handle bid packages and contract manuals
Coordinate Design Phase meetings with Owner, Design partners, and internal team
Support negotiations for agreements with owners, designers, trade partners, etc.
Coordinate Risk and Legal review of EPC Agreement and key Exhibits
Ensure timely constructability reviews by project teams
Assist in developing and aligning project margin plans
Foster integrated team experience through communication and collaboration
Manage, mentor, and guide design phase team engineers and project/field engineers
Manage project transition to project management team
Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
Lead by example, provide coaching, and manage team performance
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating or equivalent field
Minimum five years of relevant experience
Utility scale solar 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
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementbudget managementdesign phase managementpermittingcode compliancetechnical designconstructability reviewsrisk managementnegotiationteam performance management

Soft Skills

teamwork orientationinitiativecommunicationproblem-solvingleadershipdetail orientationcustomer serviceactive listeningcollaborationmentoring

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction EngineeringBachelor's degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Architectural EngineeringBachelor's degree in Construction ManagementBachelor's degree in Estimating