POWER-PROJECT MANAGER I

Full-time - Mid Level

Narragansett, RI

11-50 employees

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

About the position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects within the Power Delivery Services Group, focusing on power, renewable energy, and storage. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to manage project quality, timeliness, and safety while enhancing customer relationships. The Project Manager will oversee financial health, contract negotiations, vendor procurement, and team management, ensuring successful project execution in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall financial health of projects
• Support and potentially lead EPC contract negotiations with customers
• Lead vendor procurement and bid/award phase for all major subs and suppliers
• Develop and maintain project financial projections and equipment projections
• Determine and allocate project estimates into the financial system
• Determine cost codes, approve invoices, and make necessary budget management decisions
• Provide financial and billings to Accounting for timely payment
• Create monthly owner billings
• Manage subcontracts and suppliers for the project
• Oversee budget for and make selections of trade partners and suppliers
• Handle billings and contract management, including contract buyouts
• Manage Assistant Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s)
• Provide job assignments and manage career development
• Approve timecards for on-site team members
• Provide ongoing feedback on work performance
• Function as the main point of contact with the owner and on-site representative
• Assist with the review of the owner agreement
• Resolve site concerns for the owner or representative
• Provide frequent interactions and service to build positive relationships and future work opportunities
• Manage change orders
• Determine when to submit to the owner or on-site representatives
• Obtain the customer/architect's approval

Requirements

• Minimum six years of construction management or related experience
• Proven ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Possess a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Preference for candidates with experience in commercial construction, renewable energy project development, EPC contracting, or emerging technologies
• 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
• Current driver's license

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in commercial construction
• Experience in renewable energy project development
• Experience in EPC contracting
• Experience in emerging technologies