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Construction Project Executive - Solar
Minneapolis, MNApril 7th, 2026
Project ExecutiveMortenson is currently seeking an experienced Project Executive to join our Solar group 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.
If you're a builder at heart with a passion for construction and helping others succeed, this is your opportunity to make an impact. Step into a role where you'll own a portfolio of projects, lead teams with a hands-on approach, and balance onsite and remote work to drive results from start to finish.
Location: Any home base location in the continental United States
Travel: Up to 50%; you'll be managing a portfolio of projects within a certain region
ResponsibilitiesEstablish 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
QualificationsBachelor'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
Experience with energy projects preferred
Utility scale solar experience preferred
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
A few benefits offered include:
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 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.
About MortensonAs 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.
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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.
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