Sustainability Manager

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Mortenson is currently seeking a Sustainability Manager that will provide management, leadership, direction, and support of Mortenson’s sustainability agenda. The role guides cross‑functional teams and external partners, establishes expectations for sustainability performance, drives sustainability initiatives, and oversees the integrity of environmental data used for reporting and decision making.

• Support the organization’s sustainability strategy and related initiatives.
• Execute sustainability programs effectively.
• Ensure alignment between strategic actions and overall business objectives.
• Provide team members with education, training, and hands‑on demonstrations.
• Establish and monitor key sustainability goals.
• Oversee and manage relevant reporting metrics.
• Facilitate continuous improvement across sustainability efforts.
• Collaborate with various business units on sustainability‑related projects.
• Partner with stakeholders in business development, customer requirements, and trade partner engagement as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively to maintain current knowledge of sustainability standards, evolving industry trends, and green building rating systems.
• Demonstrate professionalism and strong customer service skills.
• Maintain detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
• Interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
• Apply active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback.

• Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Preferred eight or more years of related experience.
• Preferred experience with industry sustainability rating systems (e.g., LEED, WELL, B3, etc.).
• Current driver’s license.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

• Medical and prescription drug plans with no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401(k) 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

Base pay range: $116,300 – $174,500 (additional increments for senior markets: Denver/Chicago: +5%, Seattle/Portland: +10%, Washington, D.C.: +12.5%). Salary is positioned within this range based on experience, knowledge, skills, and internal equity. The role is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open for 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 such as 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 for employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected category.

• 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, TN, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Other

Construction