> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3412151-design-phase-engineer-i-ii](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3412151-design-phase-engineer-i-ii). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Design Phase Engineer I & II - **Company:** Mortenson Construction - **Location:** Denver, CO, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $84,100.0 - $113,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Centers, Microsoft Office, Web Applications - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88258136/1 ## About the Role Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Design Phase Engineer I and II to translate owner's project expectations into design drawings, specifications, and schedules, and provide financial cost documentation. Strong communication skills are necessary as you will coordinate with staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment. Your ability to remain flexible, inventive, dedicated, and efficient with a high level of integrity and confidentiality is vital to your success in this role., * Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Manager, Estimating, or equivalent field * Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills * Detail orientation sufficient to organize and handle 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 * Positive professional attitude, and strong customer service skills * Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies to employees and outside parties * Open to change based on diverse input and feedback * Effectively work with those of diverse backgrounds and at all levels of the organization * Adaptive, effective communication and active listening skills * Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and inclusive behaviors * Consistent record of including diverse members when assigning challenging and high-profile tasks * Ability to travel up to 100%, + Minimum of two year's relevant experience, + Minimum four years relevant experience ## Description * Support the project team in achieving scope and budget alignment, schedule alignment, an integrated team experience, construction readiness, and excellent financial performance * Assist with establishing and managing project budget and scope expectations, budget trending logs, and any associated communications and resources * Create and manage project schedules and key milestones, hold team members accountable for reaching set milestones * Assist in regulatory approval and permitting process * Identify technical design and specification concerns, escalate as needed to achieve resolution * Provide meaningful recommendations to project's programming and conceptual design activities, ensuring constructability and logistics solutions in project design * Coordinate with integrated construction team to incorporate BIM/VDC modeling technology into project design phase * Assist with project proposal development * Prepare bid packages and contract manuals for subcontractors and suppliers in conjunction with project planning team * Analyze and track LEED requirements * Coordinate document and electronic interface processing * Model and set the tone for extraordinary customer relations * Gathering feedback and clarification during design process, and identify future projects * Other duties as assigned, 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., 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.). 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