Jobs and Careers
MO

Project Executive I

Mortenson
United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Mar 2026
💰 $252,200/yr($168,100/yr$252,200/yr)

About the role

 

 Project Executive I 

 

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Project Executive I who is responsible for  

providing overall management for large projects, leading the project team, and ensuring key and successful customer relations, as well as assisting operating groups with winning work. This individual will have the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Establish and maintain successful customer and community relationships 

  • Conduct key customer service visits from pre-construction to close-out 

  • Preview proposals and participate in Request for Proposal process 

  • Act as primary customer contact for assigned projects 

  • Support business development initiatives and maintain customer relationships 

  • Provide oversight and accountability for large projects 

  • 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 project team 

  

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent field  

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction management overseeing large projects  

  • Proven ability to fulfill development to closeout responsibilities for multiple, complex projects 

  • Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks 

  • Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices 

  • 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 

  • Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, Inclusive Behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use 

  • Ability to travel up 50-75% 

 

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 $168,100 - $252,200. (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 conside

Apply for this role

Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds.

Apply Now →Generate Application Kit

Free account required — sign up in 30s

Company

Mortenson

View company profile →