Assistant Construction Project Manager - Civil - Excavation - Site Development

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• Civil
• Excavation
• Site Development MN, United States and 1 more Trending Job Description Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Assistant Construction Project Manager to join our Civil Group.

The Civil Group does the excavation work for our renewables and site development teams. The person we seek will interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remain flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise; along with the capability to creatively problem solve and bring together viable solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are vital, with attention to detail equally important. The Assistant Project Manager will partner with the project manager from bid preparation through final client acceptance. Will also lead, coach, and mentor project team members. The Civil Group does the excavation work for our renewables and site development teams.

Location:

Any home base location in the U.S.

Travel:

Candidates must be willing to travel anywhere throughout the United States (with regular rotations home every month). 100% travel required

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform cost control and financial management Work with Preconstruction on project estimate and schedule Coordinate scopes of work Review and compile pay applications, change requests, and other project financial documentation Partner with the Project Manager or Construction Executive Draft client proposals Contract administration and management Award subcontracts Provide direction to the project team for safe and timely project completion Act as liaison for project engineers, mentor, and coach others Provide job assignments and manage career development Direct responsibilities and guide Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s) Manage subcontractors and suppliers for the project Oversee budget for and make recommendations for subcontractors and trade partners Lead project buyout with subcontractors and trade partners Facilitate and lead meetings between subcontractors related to project coordination Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to: Perform on-site Project Manager duties on small scope projects Implement a quality plan that ensures the customer's specified performance criteria in design and construction

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience Minimum five years of excavation experience Experience with large self-perform excavation projects preferred Supervisory or leadership experience preferred Preference for candidates with experience in one or more of the following: commercial construction, renewable energy project development, EPC contracting, or emerging technologies Site development

• data centers experience preferred Proven ability to assist with all responsibilities for large excavation projects Renewable or site development experience preferred Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks Possess a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level 100% travel required, with rotations home monthly.

Current driver's license 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 $102,000

• $137,700. (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. #LI-SC1 #LI
• onsite #LI-CVL #IND-GNL 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. Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 20604 Job Category Project Mgmt Posting Date 03/12/2026, 04:37 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 700 Meadow Ln N, Minneapolis, MN, 55422, US 9019 N 117th St, Omaha, NE, 68142, US © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors Legend Jobs at a location Group of locations © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors | © Oracle Corporation Terms Legal Notices Use control and scroll to zoom the map Use two fingers to move the map Similar Jobs