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Senior Instructional Designer

Mortenson
Minneapolis, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Sept 2025
💰 $136,500/yr($91,000/yr$136,500/yr)

About the role

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Instructional Designer responsible for designing and developing online, instructor-led, and virtual courses to help team members successfully perform in role while driving business results.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Drive the strategy and execution of learning programs that align to our culture and business goals. 
  • Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Business leaders, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to design learning programs while identifying learning objectives that meet business and learner requirements
  • Update existing courses and training materials
  • Apply instructional design skills and design thinking principles to a variety of learning projects
  • Develop engaging, learner-centered content and course materials (e.g., online courses, facilitator guides, participant materials, presentations, and tools). 
  • Source or create graphics and visuals that positively contribute to the learner’s overall experience
  • Partner with vendors to design scalable learning programs and develop learner-centric and engaging training materials
  • Manage program management, including stakeholders, timeline, resources, budget, and strategic communications 
  • Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Bachelor’s degree in instructional design or equivalent experience
  • Minimum six years’ experience in instructional design, adult learning theory, and technical writing
  • Minimum five years’ experience managing multiple learning programs / projects at a time
  • Articulate storyline and graphic design experience preferred 
  • Multi-media development skills preferred
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships
  • Shown ability to work independently and value a collaborative and team-oriented culture
  • Excellent project management skills; ability to manage multiple learning programs at one time  
  • Strong communication and presentation writing skills 
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Shown ability to consistently meet deadlines and produce high quality work
  • Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

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 $91,000 - $136,500. (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.   

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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. 

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